We are recruiting a Planner to join our Building Pre-Construction department in Kill, Co. Kildare.
The preconstruction planner will develop detailed programmes for tenders. The role will involve close collaboration with design, commercial and delivery teams to ensure that the project plan are realistic and achievable with and align with company objectives.
- Generate programmes for tender submissions using MS Project & Primavera Software or Asta Powerproject.
- Breakdown project scope into logical work sequences identifying key milestones and critical path
- Liaise with design teams consultants and internal stakeholders to develop coordinated programmes
- Identify and communicate potential risks constraints and opportunities
- Conduct critical path analysis and scenario modelling to support decision making
- Ensure planning outputs comply with company standards client require requirements and industry best practices
- Maintain accurate programme records in line with QA procedures
- Develop programme narratives
- To engage with subcontractors to develop programmes
- To work as part of a team, including through the flexible allocation of work as it arises.
- Assist in developing 4D planning for tenders
- Assist with BAM UK&I on roll put of good planning practices.
- Relevant Degree or Diploma in Engineering or equivalent.
- Proven experience in a planning role in the building construction industry (main contractor experience preferred)
- Strong understanding of construction methodologies sequencing and lead times
- Experience in developing tender programmes
- Ability to produce clear and concise planning narratives and reports
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify and manage programme risks
- Excellent communication skills for interacting with technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite brackets excel word PowerPoint]
- Be technically oriented and fully conversant in drawings, specs., BOQs, critical path programming, network analysis, etc
- Ideal candidate will have 2-3 years previous experience.
- Eligibility to work in Ireland and fluent English.
Personal Attributes:
- Detail oriented with strong organisational skills
- Proactive and solution focused approach
- Able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
- Collaborative mindset with a strong team ethic
Opportunities! Opportunities to work with a great team on some of Irelands largest, dynamic and most exciting construction and civil engineering projects. Opportunity to develop your skills to the highest industry standards at one of the country's largest construction firms.
We are committed to our employees and offer strong competitive salaries along with benefits such as:
- 8% pension contribution.
- Private Health Insurance.
- Generous annual leave.
- 2 Wellbeing days annually.
- Learning & Development opportunities - internal progression is encouraged and fostered.
- Company vehicles (role dependent).
- .....and many more great perks.
People are at the heart of what we do at BAM. We recognise that creating a diverse and inclusive environment that nurtures our employees and encourages them to bring their best and whole self to work is crucial. We’re on an exciting journey to get us there by recruiting the very best talent to join us regardless of race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability or other characteristics.
The art of building is about building for communities; it’s about building for life.
Where others stop, we go further, leading the way towards a sustainable tomorrow for us and future generations. As an industry leader, we raise the bar.
Our values: sustainable, inclusive, collaborative, reliable and ownership, enable us to achieve our ambitions. Today, tomorrow and every day.
BAM is committed to ensuring a fully inclusive recruitment and onboarding process, so if at any time you feel we need to do something to make it more accessible to you, do not hesitate to let us know.