Position- Junior Planner
Location – Leinster, Ireland
Company Description
We are a leading engineering services company with a proven track record of high quality, customer focused project delivery for over 130 years. Our core divisions include Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Sprinkler and Fire Protection. Some of the other services we provide include Waste to Energy (BioEnergy), Specialist Lift, Off Site Fabrication, Technical Support Services, Maintenance, Asset Management, BIM (Building Information Modelling) and Geo-Surveying. We offer competitive salaries, financial support for further training, Continuous Professional Development (CPD) leading to chartered status, performance incentives and the ability to progress your career with a world class engineering contractor.
Job Description
As a Junior Planner, you will play a pivotal role in our project development and implementation process. You will work closely with the Planning Manager and Project Planning Leads as well as a multidisciplinary team of engineers and industry experts to deliver cutting-edge projects. Current requirements allow for a base in our Collinstown office, Kildare, with site visits required to on-going projects in the Leinster region.
Job Responsibilities:
* Update the project schedule using Primavera P6.
* Monitor subcontractor performance using EVA (Earned Value Analysis) to identify potentials issues and risks.
* Create/update progress reports for senior management teams.
* Create/update short-term look ahead schedules to help plan project works.
* Record evidence of delays and coordinate delay notifications to be issued to the team.
* Make modifications to the programme as required.
* Maintenance of the construction schedule.
* Track planned versus actual progress on a weekly basis.
* Working with the construction team to capture and log any issues affecting progress.
* Attend meetings both internal and client based where required.
* Monitor original versus actual budgets for scope growth/changes.
* Ensure all progress is captured in updates on system.
* Assist in production/coordination of weekly construction reports.
This role will provide exposure to a wide range of expertise relating to Pharmaceutical, healthcare, construction, and other sectors. The successful candidate will be supported in developing their knowledge and skills as their responsibilities grow and evolve.
Skills And Requirements
* Degree Qualification in a relevant Engineering discipline.
* 1+ years' post qualification experience in an M&E contracting environment.
* Strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills, able to collaborate effectively with colleagues, clients, and external partners.
* Excellent organisational and planning skills.
* Proficiency in MS Office systems required, Primavera P6 desirable.
* Demonstrated appetite for continuous learning and personal development.
Benefits
We offer a competitive salary package commensurate with experience and qualifications. In addition, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment, collaborating with industry leaders and contributing to a sustainable future. Our company values work-life balance and encourages professional growth through training and development programs.
If you are ready to make a difference and be part of a growing industry, please submit your CV, along with a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role. Recognising the contributions and respecting our people is core to our culture and values. We are an equal opportunities employer, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply for roles.