Senior Planner - Construction

Hire Resolve; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency's client in Johannesburg is looking for an experienced Planner to oversee the planning and scheduling of construction work. This role requires a strong background in project management, cost control, and financial management, with at least 10 years in a Senior Management position. The successful candidate will prepare reports, manage risks, and ensure adherence to regulations. A competitive salary is offered based on experience.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years in a Senior Management capacity.
• SACPCMP Pr registration advantageous.
• At least 10 years in a senior management role.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for project planning and scheduling of construction work.
• Manage cost control and procurement processes.
• Assess financial impacts of designs and plans.
• Oversee integration and scope management of projects.
• Prepare detailed reports and support management presentations.
• Identify, report, and manage risks and opportunities.

Skills

Project management

Cost and procurement management

Financial management

Risk management

Reporting and presentations

Education

Relevant B Degree within the Construction industry

SACPCMP Pr registration

Job description

Hire Resolve's client in the construction industry in Johannesburg is seeking a Planner with 10 years in Senior Management. The Planner holds a key position responsible for the planning and scheduling of construction work and labor. This includes gathering and analysing information to prepare progress reports on projects, ensuring adherence to company policy in project scheduling, and evaluating procedures for enhanced efficiency in planning and scheduling.

Responsibilities

Project Planning and Execution

• Skilled in time and quality management across multiple projects. Proficient in interpreting plans, specifications, and designs. Experienced in built environment project management, construction methodologies, production rates, techniques, and relevant regulatory processes.

Cost Control and Procurement

• Strong understanding of cost and procurement management. Capable of planning, monitoring, and reporting costs with corrective actions. Supports Commercial Managers in procurement strategy, assists with bidding and award processes, and understands the supplier and competitive landscape.

Financial Management

• Assesses financial impacts of town designs and plans. Manages complex planning studies, ensuring integration of affordable, energy‑efficient structures. Monitors project performance and delivers reports to stakeholders.

Integration and Scope Management

• Expert in integration and scope management. Oversees community and business impact planning. Manages town planning projects within scope, and develops and reviews related documentation.

Reporting

• Prepare detailed reports on key targets, variations, and mitigation actions. Support management presentations and reporting packs. Track and report on plans and deadlines to stakeholders, and perform technical/support tasks as needed to meet client needs.

Risk and Opportunity Management

• Identify and report risks proactively. Draft risk assessments and SOPs, maintain insurance coverage, and manage risk transfer. Spot opportunities, support mitigation strategies, and contribute to peer reviews.

Minimum Requirements

• Relevant B Degree within the Construction industry
• SACPCMP Pr registration advantageous
• At least 10 years in a Senior Management capacity.

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Salaries and Compensation

• Salary: Market related
• Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.

Apply for this role today, contact Sonique Beetge at [e-mail] or on LinkedIn. You can also visit the Hire Resolve website hireresolve.us or email us your CV at [e-mail].

You can also connect with Daniel on LinkedIn or contact Hire Resolve. If you meet the above requirements we will contact you within 3 working days.