Senior Construction Planner

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; Hybrid; ZAR 800,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Professional development opportunities

Exposure to large-scale projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Construction Planner to join the team in Kimberley. You will develop, maintain, and optimize detailed construction schedules across complex projects, collaborating with project managers, engineers, and site teams to ensure timely delivery and efficient resource use.

The role requires strategic planning, advanced software proficiency, and strong communication to mitigate risks and keep projects on track, with a hybrid work model offering flexibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related discipline.
• Proven experience as a Construction Planner or Scheduler with a strong portfolio.
• Expert proficiency in Primavera P6, MS Project, or Asta Powerproject.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and update detailed construction project schedules.
• Collaborate with project teams to define scope, activities, and dependencies.
• Identify critical path activities and propose mitigation strategies.
• Monitor progress against baseline schedule and adjust as needed.
• Coordinate with site teams for progress updates and forecasts.
• Prepare reports on schedule status, resources, and delays.

Skills

Scheduling expertise

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Asta Powerproject

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Senior Construction Planner to join their team, based in Kimberley . You will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and optimizing detailed construction schedules and project plans across a range of complex projects. This role requires a strategic mindset, advanced planning software proficiency, and the ability to collaborate effectively with project managers, engineers, and site teams, incorporating both on-site data and remote planning capabilities. You will play a critical role in ensuring efficient project execution, resource allocation, and timely delivery of construction projects, contributing significantly to overall project success and client satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and update detailed construction project schedules using planning software.
• Collaborate with project teams to define project scope, activities, and dependencies.
• Identify critical path activities and potential scheduling risks, proposing mitigation strategies.
• Monitor progress against the baseline schedule and implement necessary adjustments.
• Coordinate with site teams to gather progress updates and forecast completion dates.
• Prepare reports on schedule status, resource requirements, and potential delays for management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Proven experience as a Construction Planner or Scheduler, with a strong portfolio of managed projects.
• Expert proficiency in project scheduling software such as Primavera P6, MS Project, or Asta Powerproject.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Significant opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement.
• Exposure to large-scale and challenging construction projects in the Kimberley region.
• Be a key contributor to the strategic planning and success of major construction initiatives.