Construction Planner

Location Limerick
Discipline: Construction & Engineering
Job type: Permanent
Contact name: Dermot Doherty

Contact email: dermot.doherty@elitetalenthub.ie
Job ref: 35163
Published: about 8 hours ago

Our client, a leading construction company based in Limerick, is seeking an experienced Project Planner to join their dynamic team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering pharmaceutical construction projects of the highest standards.

As part of this role, you will take ownership of the project schedule within the EPCM scope, manage subcontractor interfaces, and contribute to wider project controls. With a strong focus on teamwork and technical excellence, this position offers the chance to work on challenging, innovative projects while collaborating with skilled professionals in a fast-paced environment.

If you are a skilled planner with expertise in tools like Primavera P6, a passion for precision, and a track record of success in the construction or pharmaceutical sectors, we want to hear from you



Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and manage the project schedule for the EPCM (Engineering, Procurement, Construction Management) scope.
  • Coordinate and participate in interactive planning and project meetings.
  • Establish and maintain an earned value progress reporting system.
  • Manage interfaces with sub-contractors, ensuring smooth workflows and compliance with project milestones.
  • Support wider project controls, including tender and contract milestone management and extension-of-time evaluations.

Qualifications and Experience:

  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience in pharmaceutical construction projects.
  • Degree in engineering, technical discipline, or similar.
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a team of planners.
  • Strong technical knowledge, with proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering deliverables and drawings.
  • Familiarity with design deliverables and sub-contractor mobilisation activities.
  • Proven proficiency in Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, and the MS Office Suite.
  • Experience in multi-user P6 environments (e.g., Loadspring).

Preferred Skills:

  • Last Planner system interface experience.
  • 4D BIM experience is advantageous but not required.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to foster collaboration across teams and stakeholders.

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