Senior Planner

Construction Planner - Civils Contractor

Co. Kildare 

Salary : 45K + (DoE) 

 

Talent Curve Recruitment is working with a leading top-tier civil engineering contractor delivering high-quality projects across a range of sectors. Their focus is on efficiency, collaboration, and excellence in project delivery, and they are looking for a skilled Construction Planner to join their team.

Role Purpose:
The Construction Planner will be responsible for developing and maintaining project schedules, coordinating resources, managing risks, and ensuring projects are delivered on time and within scope. This role acts as a central point of planning for the project team, supporting both the tendering phase and ongoing contract delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and maintain detailed project schedules and resource plans
  • Coordinate and communicate project timelines, scope, and deliverables to teams and stakeholders
  • Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks
  • Support bid preparation and tendering activities by providing planning input and schedules
  • Maintain accurate project documentation and records
  • Provide guidance and support to colleagues on planning processes and best practices
  • Attend project meetings to present planning insights and updates

Qualifications & Experience:

  • Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline
  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in construction project planning or project controls
  • Practical knowledge of civil engineering contracting and project delivery processes
  • Experienced in planning tools such as Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project
  • Strong communication and organizational skills
  • Understanding of commercial and contractual interfaces related to planning

For more information please contact aaron@talent-curve.com or 01531 4036