Job description
- Job Reference: JMPLN280926
- Job Title: Planner-Construction
- Salary: Competitive – depending on experience
- Location: Belfast, Northern Ireland
Planner-Construction
VANRATH is proud to partner with a forward-thinking construction company renowned for delivering high-quality, innovative projects across Belfast and beyond. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Construction Planner to play a vital role in ensuring projects stay on track, safely, on time, and within budget.
Salary / Benefits
- Competitive salary dependent on experience
- Opportunities for professional development
- Exposure to diverse and exciting construction projects
- Supportive team environment
- Pension scheme and other benefits
Client
This reputable construction firm operates across the Belfast region, delivering a diverse mix of commercial and residential projects. Recognised for its commitment to quality, innovation, and sustainable building practices, the company boasts a dedicated team working across multiple sites. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you’ll join a growing organisation that values continuous improvement and customer satisfaction, offering an excellent platform to develop your career while contributing to a strong pipeline of projects.
About you
- Previous experience as a Construction Planner within the industry
- Proficiency in planning software such as Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or Asta Powerproject
- Strong understanding of construction methodologies and project sequencing
- Excellent organisational, analytical, and communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects effectively under pressure
- Relevant industry experience or formal qualifications (HNC/HND or Degree) in Construction Management or a related discipline are desirable
What you’ll do
- Develop and maintain detailed construction programmes from pre-construction through to completion
- Monitor project progress and update programmes to reflect real-time performance
- Identify risks, delays, and critical activities, providing mitigation solutions
- Collaborate with project managers, site teams, subcontractors, and clients to coordinate schedules
- Produce progress reports and updates for internal and client meetings
- Support tender programmes, resource allocation, and project sequencing
- Assist with planning labour, plant, materials, and subcontractor activities to optimise project delivery
- Ensure programmes meet contractual requirements and key milestones
- Drive continuous improvement across planning processes and project controls
For further information on this vacancy, or any other Built Environment job in Belfast or wider Northern Ireland, please apply via the link below or contact James McIntosh for a confidential discussion
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