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Junior Construction Planner

Location: Cork (Office Based with Site Visits as Required)
Job Type: Permanent
Salary: Negotiable DOE

About the Opportunity

Our client is a leading Building & Civil Engineering Contractor with an established presence across Ireland and the UK. Due to continued growth and the award of several new projects, they are seeking a Junior Construction Planner to join their team in Cork.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual looking to develop a career in construction planning. Working alongside an experienced Construction Planner, you will gain valuable exposure to project programming, progress monitoring, reporting, and project controls while supporting the successful delivery of a diverse range of construction projects.

The role offers significant opportunities for professional development and long-term career progression within a growing organisation.

Key Responsibilities of the Junior Construction Planner

Project Scheduling

• Assist in developing and maintaining detailed project programmes using Microsoft Project.
• Support the implementation and coordination of the Last Planner System.
• Monitor project milestones and key deliverables in collaboration with project teams.
• Update project schedules to reflect project progress and identify programme variances.
• Assist site and project teams in monitoring critical path activities and programme performance.
• Support the preparation of short-term and long-term project schedules.

Risk Management

• Assist in identifying potential project risks and programme delays.
• Monitor project progress and support schedule adjustments to mitigate emerging issues.
• Work with project stakeholders to help maintain programme objectives and timelines.

Communication & Reporting

• Assist with the preparation of project progress reports and programme updates.
• Support communication between project teams, site management, and senior stakeholders.
• Contribute to planning meetings and help track actions and outcomes.

Documentation & Project Controls

• Maintain accurate project records, trackers, schedules, and reporting documentation.
• Ensure planning information is current and readily available to project teams.
• Assist in compiling programme data and performance metrics.

Tender Support

• Assist with the preparation of construction programmes for tender submissions.
• Support the Construction Planner in developing programme strategies for bid opportunities.

Requirements

• Degree qualification in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Building Engineering, Project Management, or a related discipline.
• Strong interest in construction planning and project delivery.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Project or similar planning software is advantageous.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Full driving licence desirable.

What’s on Offer?

• Competitive salary package.
• Excellent mentoring and training opportunities.
• Exposure to large-scale construction and civil engineering projects.
• Clear career progression pathway.
• Ongoing professional development support.
• Opportunity to work within a collaborative and high-performing team environment.