Construction Planner
Job Description
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Civil Engineer Construction Planner to join our Strategic Projects Team. In the current environment, infrastructure is recognized as the primary engine for economic growth and social transformation. Your work will directly translate into new jobs, resilient communities, and national competitiveness. This role is not just about creating timelines; it's about designing the delivery blueprint for multi-billion-rand projects, ensuring they are executed on time, within budget, and with the necessary resilience to withstand future challenges. We need a planner who can integrate modern digital methods and strategic thinking into every phase of the project lifecycle.
- Open
Category
- Construction company
Required Experience
Minimum 5-7 years of experience in a dedicated Construction Planner or Scheduling role, specifically on large-scale civil infrastructure or heavy industrial projects.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering , preferred but not requiredStrategic Planning & Scheduling: Develop, maintain, and manage detailed Critical Path Method (CPM) schedules for complex civil infrastructure projects (e.g., transport, water, energy).
Digital Integration: Champion the elevation of BIM models into a functional data hub, integrating planning schedules (4D) with resource allocation and risk registers.
Risk & Resilience Modelling: Conduct advanced schedule risk analysis (Monte Carlo simulation) and proactively model schedule adaptations to account for environmental volatility and supply chain shocks.
Resource Optimization: Accurately plan and forecast required resources (manpower, equipment, materials) to support modular construction approaches and mitigate structural labor shortages.
Performance Accountability: Establish and monitor performance baselines, conduct Earned Value Management (EVM), and provide high-level reporting to executive leadership and stakeholders on project progress and forecasting.
Change Management: Manage schedule impacts due to variations and change orders, ensuring all project documentation reflects the current delivery plan.
Professional Registration
- Not Required but it is an added advantage