Location: Primarily Newry (with travel to sites as required)
Salary: Dependent on Experience
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a construction planning role.
• Strong knowledge of construction processes across a variety of project types.
• Proficient in industry-standard planning software (e.g. Primavera P6, Asta Powerproject, MS Project).
• Solid understanding of project lifecycle, construction methods, and contractual requirements.
• Excellent organisational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Willingness to travel to project sites as required.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

Our client is seeking an experienced Construction Planner with a proven track record in the construction industry to join their dynamic team. The successful candidate will play a key role in the planning and delivery of a diverse range of construction projects, ranging in value from £10,000 to £20 million. Projects will span greenfield developments, civil engineering works, and retail refurbishments, offering a varied and challenging workload.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and maintain detailed construction programmes for multiple projects at varying stages.
• Work closely with project managers, site teams, and other stakeholders to ensure programmes reflect actual site conditions and progress.
• Use industry-standard planning software to create, update, and manage project timelines and resource allocations.
• Identify project risks, delays, and opportunities, proposing mitigation strategies as needed.
• Monitor and report on progress against baseline programmes, providing regular updates to senior management.
• Support tender submissions with planning input and time-related information.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, consultants, and clients throughout the project lifecycle.