Snr Planner

Stefanutti Stocks; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Stefanutti Stocks Inland is seeking a Senior Planner to lead planning, scheduling and performance monitoring for large-scale infrastructure programmes. You will integrate EPC schedules into a master programme and ensure alignment with contractual milestones.

Role requires 8–10 years in project planning within construction or EPC environments, strong CPM and Primavera P6 expertise, and excellent stakeholder engagement across multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering and related certification in planning is required or advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed project programmes using Primavera P6.
• Establish WBS, critical paths, and project baselines.
• Integrate EPC schedules into a single master programme.
• Align programmes with client milestones and contractual deliverables.
• Coordinate planning across multiple disciplines and civils projects.
• Track project progress and report on deviations, delays and risks.
• Prepare weekly and monthly planning reports for management and clients.
• Provide support on EVM where applicable.

Skills

Analytical skills

Detail oriented

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Civil, Electrical, Mechanical or related)

Project Planning/Management certification

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Excel

CPM knowledge

FIDIC familiarity

Job description

Stefanutti Stocks Inland is seeking a skilled and experienced Senior Planner to lead the planning, scheduling, and performance monitoring of large-scale infrastructure projects. The successful incumbent will ensure projects are delivered in line with contractual requirements, timelines, and commercial objectives while supporting efficient project execution. Nationwide Position (South Africa and Cross Border)

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning & Scheduling

• Develop and maintain detailed project programmes using Primavera P6
• Establish Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), critical paths, and project baselines
• Integrate engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) schedules into a single master programme
• Align programmes with client milestones and contractual deliverables

Multidisciplinary Project Integration

• Coordinate planning across civil, geotechnical, renewables, roads, earthworks, and electrical disciplines
• Support planning activities for civils projects, including balance-of-plant construction
• Ensure seamless integration of construction activities across multiple disciplines

Progress Monitoring & Reporting

• Track and report on project progress against approved schedules
• Identify deviations, delays, and risks, and recommend corrective actions
• Prepare weekly and monthly planning reports for management and clients
• Implement and manage earned value management (EVM) where applicable

Risk, Claims & Contractual Support

• Conduct delay analysis and support Extension of Time (EOT) claims
• Identify planning-related risks and develop mitigation strategies
• Support commercial teams with programme-related contractual matters (FIDIC or similar)

Stakeholder Engagement

• Liaise with project managers, site teams, engineers, and clients
• Participate in progress and coordination meetings
• Provide strategic planning input to support successful project delivery

Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage complex, fast-paced project environments
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Leadership ability and experience mentoring junior planners

Minimum Requirements:

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Civil, Electrical, Mechanical or related)
• Project Planning/Management certification (advantageous)

Experience

• Minimum 8–10 years’ experience in project planning within construction or EPC environments
• Experience working on large-scale multidisciplinary projects
• Strong understanding of South African construction and regulatory environment

Technical Skills

• Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6 (essential)
• Strong knowledge of Critical Path Method (CPM)
• Experience with Microsoft Project and advanced Excel reporting
• Working knowledge of FIDIC or similar contract frameworks
• Understanding of project cost control and performance measurement