Remote Construction Site Planner

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remote salary

Flexible working schedule

Access to cutting-edge planning tools

Supportive remote work environment

Opportunity to work on high-profile,..

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a detail-oriented Remote Construction Site Planner to support projects from a distance, focusing on Sandton-area operations. You will develop detailed schedules, align timelines with resources, and drive on-time delivery using advanced planning software.

The role emphasizes strong remote collaboration with on-site teams and project managers, managing multiple projects concurrently while maintaining schedule integrity and clear progress reporting.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Construction Planner or Scheduler.
• Strong understanding of construction processes and sequencing.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective remote communication and collaboration abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and update detailed construction project schedules using planning software.
• Coordinate project activities and milestones with on-site teams and project managers remotely.
• Identify potential scheduling conflicts and proactively develop mitigation strategies.
• Ensure resource allocation is optimized according to the project plan.
• Prepare regular progress reports and schedule updates for stakeholders.
• Collaborate with engineering and construction teams to ensure plans are feasible and efficient.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Organized

Remote collaboration

Multi-project management

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Remote Construction Site Planner to support projects remotely, with a focus on operations in the Sandton area. This role involves developing detailed construction schedules, coordinating project timelines, and ensuring that all planning aspects are aligned with project objectives and resource availability. You will utilize advanced planning software and collaborate extensively with on-site teams and project managers through digital channels. This is an excellent opportunity for a planning professional who thrives in a remote setting and can effectively manage complex construction timelines from a distance, ensuring projects stay on track without requiring physical site presence. Your expertise will be crucial for efficient project execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and update detailed construction project schedules using planning software.
• Coordinate project activities and milestones with on-site teams and project managers remotely.
• Identify potential scheduling conflicts and proactively develop mitigation strategies.
• Ensure resource allocation is optimized according to the project plan.
• Prepare regular progress reports and schedule updates for stakeholders.
• Collaborate with engineering and construction teams to ensure plans are feasible and efficient.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Construction Planner or Scheduler.
• Proficiency in construction planning software such as Primavera P6, MS Project, or similar.
• Strong understanding of construction processes and sequencing.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective remote communication and collaboration abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.

Benefits

• Competitive remote salary.
• Flexible working schedule.
• Opportunity to contribute to high-profile projects from home.
• Access to cutting-edge planning tools.
• A supportive and modern remote work environment.