Planner/Scheduler -Building Contractor - Cork

Office Location: Cork

Employment Type: Permanent

Work Location: Office based/Site visits required

Pay: €negotiable based on years of experience

Experience: 5+ years

Visa: EU passport or Stamp 4 visa required

Our client is an Irish based construction services company and is a leading builder in a number of niche market segments. 

The Planner/Scheduler is responsible for developing, managing, and maintaining project schedules, ensuring timely delivery of construction projects within budget and quality parameters. The Planner/Scheduler will effectively collaborate with project teams, subcontractors, and clients to optimise project timelines and resource allocation while minimising risks and delays.

Job Description

Develop clear and accurate tender-stage construction schedules and narrative submissions, supporting the estimating team under tight deadlines.

Strong understanding of programme requirements under Public Works and RIAI contract frameworks

Develop and maintain detailed construction schedules using industry‑standard tools (MS Project; Primavera P6; Asta Powerproject an advantage). Break down project scope into clear, manageable work packages and activities, ensuring schedules are fully aligned with project objectives and deliverables.

Progress Monitoring: Track and update project progress against the baseline schedule, maintaining accuracy and transparency. Identify and report deviations from the plan, including performing critical path analyses.

Coordination & Communication: Work collaboratively with project managers, site teams, and subcontractors to gather and validate schedule-related data. Facilitate regular progress meetings with stakeholders to review project timelines, address delays, and propose corrective actions.

Risk Management: Identify potential scheduling risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimise impacts on project delivery. Analyse the effects of scope changes, delays, and unforeseen issues on overall project timelines and budgets.

Reporting: Prepare and deliver detailed reports such as Gantt charts, S-curves, and project dashboards for stakeholders. Clearly communicate key schedule metrics, updates, and forecasts to project teams and clients.

Continuous improvement: Support the integration and adoption of best practices in project planning and scheduling. Participate in lessons learned sessions to provide feedback and improve processes for future projects.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Project Management, or a related field.

Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in planning and scheduling within the construction industry.

Experience working on medium to large-scale construction projects.

Familiarity with Irish construction regulations, standards, and best practices.

Proficiency in scheduling software (e.g. Primavera P6, MS Project & Asta power project).

Knowledge of key project management principles (e.g., critical path method, earned value analysis).

Package

€negotiable depending on experience .

21 days annual leave, with additional days accrued for long service.

Company pension scheme.

Company vehicle provided for site travel.

Laptop and mobile phone supplied.

Company sick pay scheme.

Comprehensive training and development opportunities, including CPD and instructor training.

Contact

Laura McKenna is the consultant managing this position.

If you are a Planner/Scheduler interested in roles based in Cork, you can contact Laura by e-mail laura@jobcontax.com or phone +353-1-9696684 for a confidential chat.

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With over 50 years of technical recruitment experience, JobContax is the leading recruiter of Planners/Schedulers in Cork.

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