Job Description

Our client is seeking an experienced Project Planner to join their Dublin team. Renowned for their expertise in Civils and Utilities work across Ireland, this full-time, permanent role offers excellent opportunities for career advancement and a competitive salary package.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with project teams to develop detailed project schedules, ensuring accurate planning and forecasting throughout all project phases.
• Maintain active communication with clients, project teams, subcontractors, and suppliers to coordinate and monitor schedules from design through to commissioning.
• Track commercial milestones, ensuring they align with project timelines and budgets.
• Assist project managers and operational teams with resource scheduling to optimize project delivery.
• Create task-specific schedules within larger projects, considering dependencies, resource requirements, and critical path analysis.
• Continuously update and refine schedules to reflect current project status and incorporate changes or revisions as needed.
• Facilitate regular meetings with project managers to review schedules, identify potential delays, and resolve conflicts proactively.
• Prepare tender stage schedules by analyzing tender scopes, drawings, and timelines, integrating these into the overarching project programme.
• Develop resource allocation plans, including manning plans and histograms, to ensure efficient manpower deployment.
• Adapt and maintain work schedules to accommodate project needs, training sessions, and leave approvals, ensuring optimal resource availability.

Requirements

• Relevant third-level qualification in construction management, engineering, or a related discipline.
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in the Civils or Utilities sector, with a strong focus on project planning and scheduling.
• Experience in international projects is advantageous, showcasing adaptability to global standards and practices.
• Proficiency in tools such as Microsoft Excel, Word, MS Project, Primavera, Visio, and PowerPoint for effective schedule creation and management.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to ensure seamless coordination among diverse stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and analytical capabilities to manage multiple projects, tasks, and deadlines efficiently.
• A proactive team player with a problem-solving mindset and a collaborative approach.
• Flexibility to adapt schedules and resources in response to evolving project demands.
  

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For more information or to apply directly email jake.kavanagh@sonastechnical.com