# Planner

**Company:** [Crown Global](http://jobs.workable.com/companies/gvQb62BQSXHd1cVD9JEAUc.md)
**Location:** Remote
**Workplace:** remote
**Employment type:** Full-time
**Department:** Pre-Construction

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## Description

### About Crown

[Crown Roofing & Cladding](https://www.crownroofing.ie?utm_source=chatgpt.com) is Ireland’s leading specialist roofing, cladding and façade contractor. We partner with clients across Ireland and Europe across sectors including digital technology, commercial, retail, industrial, residential, pharmaceutical and healthcare.

Due to continued growth, we are seeking an experienced **Planner** to join our team and support the successful delivery of projects across Ireland and Europe.

### Role Summary

As Planner, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of project planning, including logically linking all pre-construction activities such as design, procurement, fabrication and installation, ensuring timely and efficient coordination and completion of construction projects.

You will work closely with project directors, technical managers, project managers, engineers, subcontractors and other stakeholders to develop and maintain comprehensive project reporting and planning strategies.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in general construction sequencing, project management, excellent organisational and communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

### Key Responsibilities

-   Develop and maintain detailed project programmes using industry-standard software including Asta Power Project, Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project to track weekly project progress and milestones
-   Collaborate with project directors, technical managers, project managers, engineers and subcontractors to establish realistic project timelines and identify critical path activities and reporting strategies
-   Conduct regular programme reviews and analysis to identify potential risks, delays and resource constraints, and develop proactive solutions to address these
-   Carry out overall company project planning to ensure sufficient resourcing across all departments including safety, commercial, project management and design
-   Identify resource and planning gaps through weekly resource analysis
-   Issue weekly gap analysis reports on resourcing across all projects
-   Coordinate with procurement and logistics teams to ensure timely delivery of materials and equipment in support of project programmes
-   Monitor and report on project progress, including schedule performance metrics, variance analysis and forecasting
-   Provide leadership and guidance to the planning project management team, including scheduling coordinators and other planners
-   Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment on project programmes, priorities and objectives
-   Participate in pre-start meetings, progress meetings and risk assessment meetings to provide scheduling expertise and support decision-making processes
-   Stay updated on industry best practice, emerging technologies and regulatory requirements related to construction planning and programming

## Requirements

-   Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering or a related field
-   Proven experience in construction project planning and programming with a minimum of 5 years in a planning and programming role
-   Proficiency in project scheduling software such as Asta Power Project, Primavera P6, Microsoft Project or equivalent
-   Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to anticipate potential issues and develop effective mitigation strategies
-   Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and build positive stakeholder relationships
-   Demonstrated leadership abilities including delegating tasks, managing priorities and mentoring team members
-   Knowledge of construction industry standards, practices and regulations
-   PMP or PSP certification preferred

## Benefits

-   Competitive salary package commensurate with experience

-   Pension scheme
-   Health insurance and HSF fund
-   Income Protection
-   Long-term career progression opportunities
-   Collaborative and supportive working environment
-   Company laptop and mobile phone provided