Planner

Due to continued growth, new contracts and an extensive pipeline of work, Ireland’s Main Contractors have an exciting opportunity for a Planner to join their team working on a wide variety of projects. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience and a strong background in civil engineering/construction projects. This role will be based in the Newry or Belfast office with flexibility to travel to sites as required. Upon successful completion of probation working 1-2 days from home will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Develop clear and accurate tender-stage construction programmes and supporting narrative submissions in coordination with the estimating team under tight deadlines
• Produce and maintain detailed construction schedules using industry-standard tools (MS Project, Primavera P6; Asta Powerproject advantageous)
• Break down project scope into work packages, activities, and sequences aligned with project deliverables
• Monitor progress against baseline programmes and maintain accurate schedule updates
• Identify deviations from plan and carry out critical path analysis
• Coordinate with project managers, site teams, and subcontractors to validate programme information
• Chair and support regular progress meetings to review timelines, delays, and corrective actions
• Identify scheduling risks and develop mitigation strategies to protect programme delivery
• Assess the impact of scope changes, delays, and unforeseen events on time and cost
• Prepare and present reports including Gantt charts, S-curves, dashboards, and programme updates
• Communicate key schedule metrics and forecasts clearly to stakeholders and clients
• Support continuous improvement initiatives in planning and scheduling practices
• Contribute to lessons learned and process improvements across projects

Requirements

• Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Project Management, or related discipline
• 3–5+ years’ experience in planning and scheduling within the construction industry
• Experience working on medium to large-scale construction projects
• Strong knowledge of construction sequencing, methodologies, and resource planning
• Familiarity with Irish construction standards, regulations, and delivery practices
• Proficiency in Primavera P6, MS Project, and/or Asta Powerproject
• Understanding of key project controls principles (critical path method, earned value analysis)

Salary

• £65K – £75K neg DOE
• Cashback Health care Scheme
• Pension
• 31 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays)
• Free on-site parkingCycle To Work Scheme
• More excellent benefits included

If you are a Planner considering a career move, please feel to send your CV to N.williams@gpcireland.com or contact me on 0861502137 for a confidential discussion. GPC will not send any applicants CVs to clients without a full discussion and prior consent.