The Role
An experienced Project Planner
is required to join the construction team on a major project in the Cork region. Reporting directly to the Contracts Manager, the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in developing, monitoring, and reporting on project schedules across multiple disciplines, ensuring integration and coordination between Civil, Structural, Architectural (CSA) and MEP elements.
This is a key position requiring strong technical knowledge, communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with project and site management teams.
Key Responsibilities
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Manage and deliver a reliable, responsive planning service for the project.
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Prepare, monitor, and update schedules for all project phases across multiple disciplines.
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Ensure schedule updates from area schedulers are accurate, coordinated, and consistent with overall programme goals.
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Conduct quality checks on schedules before submission to the client.
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Track progress against the baseline programme, identify deviations, and recommend corrective actions.
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Implement and manage progress measurement systems and reporting.
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Prepare and deliver presentations to project teams and clients on schedule progress and performance.
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Analyse data from schedules, including lookaheads, S-curves, and histograms, to forecast and report progress.
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Work closely with site management teams to support efficient project delivery.
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Produce accurate forecasts, variance reports, and other planning documentation.
Requirements
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Relevant third-level qualification in construction, engineering, or related discipline.
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4–5 years’ experience as a Project Planner, ideally with a main contractor.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Project and Primavera (P6).
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Experience on large-scale commercial building projects, with exposure to civil works, M&E, and fit-out elements.
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Strong analytical, organisational, and communication skills.
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Self-motivated and able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
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Proven ability to meet tight deadlines and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
