Senior Project Planner

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Provident fund

Career growth

Leave allowances

Advanced planning tools

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Project Planner for a hybrid role in Sandton, Gauteng. You will develop, manage, and optimize schedules for large-scale construction projects, forecast delays, and propose recovery strategies to keep programs on track and on budget.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in construction planning, expert knowledge of Primavera P6, and strong analytical and communication skills to collaborate with project teams and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in project planning and scheduling within construction.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6 is essential; MS Project is a plus.
• Strong understanding of construction sequences and reporting capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and update comprehensive project schedules using Primavera P6 or similar software.
• Analyze project plans, specifications, and scope of work to define scheduling requirements.
• Identify critical paths, potential bottlenecks, and areas of risk within project timelines.
• Prepare detailed baseline, rolling wave, and look-ahead schedules.
• Monitor progress against baseline, perform variance analysis and reporting.
• Develop recovery plans and schedule mitigation strategies with project teams.
• Conduct schedule impact assessments for changes and variations.
• Liaise with project managers, construction teams, and clients for updates and alignment.
• Prepare regular progress reports and schedule presentations for management and stakeholders.
• Mentor and guide junior planners and schedulers.

Skills

Scheduling

Project planning

Analytical thinking

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent construction and development firm, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Project Planner to join their team in Sandton, Gauteng . This critical role involves developing, managing, and optimizing complex project schedules for large-scale construction projects. You will be responsible for creating detailed master schedules, forecasting potential delays, and recommending strategies to keep projects on track and within budget. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience with project planning software, a deep understanding of construction sequencing, and excellent analytical and communication skills. This hybrid role offers the flexibility to work both remotely and from our client's modern Sandton office, collaborating closely with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders. We are looking for a strategic thinker who can anticipate challenges and proactively develop robust planning solutions to ensure project success. Join a leading organization committed to excellence in project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and update comprehensive project schedules using Primavera P6 or similar software.
• Analyze project plans, specifications, and scope of work to define scheduling requirements.
• Identify critical paths, potential bottlenecks, and areas of risk within project timelines.
• Prepare detailed baseline schedules, rolling wave schedules, and look-ahead schedules.
• Monitor project progress against the baseline schedule, performing variance analysis and reporting.
• Develop and evaluate recovery plans and schedule mitigation strategies in collaboration with project teams.
• Conduct schedule impact assessments for changes and variations.
• Liaise with project managers, construction teams, and clients to gather schedule updates and ensure alignment.
• Prepare regular progress reports and schedule presentations for management and stakeholders.
• Mentor and guide junior planners and schedulers.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in project planning and scheduling, specifically within the construction industry.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6 is essential; experience with other scheduling software (e.g., MS Project) is a plus.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, sequences, and terminology.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to interpret complex project data and communicate findings effectively.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for report writing and stakeholder presentations.
• Experience working on large-scale commercial or infrastructure projects in the Gauteng region is highly desirable.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a hybrid work environment.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary package commensurate with experience, including performance-based bonuses.
• Employees benefit from comprehensive medical aid and provident fund contributions.
• This role provides excellent opportunities for professional development and career growth within a reputable organization.
• You will work on exciting and challenging projects in a supportive and dynamic environment.
• Benefits include generous leave allowances and access to advanced planning tools and technology.