Project Planner

Location: Dublin, Ireland

Reporting to: Pre-Construction Manager

Duration of Role: Permanent

Company: Tate Europe

About Tate

At Tate we are passionate about everything we do. As an independent brand operating within Kingspan Group, a global plc, Tate has been recognised worldwide as an industry leader in the development and manufacture of data centre infrastructure solutions and commercial office raised access floors for over 60 years. With revenues of over $500m and growing, Tate plays a pivotal role in offering expertise in cutting edge design engineering, working collaboratively with clients as a trusted partner.

As a market leader within our industry Tate continues to grow and expand, operating 12 manufacturing sites across the US, Europe, and Australia. We are excited about our fresh, dynamic, and inclusive team of experts working on new innovations and forward-thinking designs. We continue to invest heavily in the best available manufacturing tools and equipment needed to adhere to Tate’s world class standards. In keeping with our Planet Passionate sustainability strategy, our mission is to accelerate a net zero emissions future built environment with the wellbeing of people and planet at its heart.

About the role:

We are seeking an experienced Pre-Construction Project Planner to support the successful planning and delivery of construction projects from tender through to project commencement and beyond. The role involves developing, analysing, and managing detailed programme schedules using industry-standard planning software such as Asta PowerProject and Primavera.

The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring projects are realistically planned, risks are identified early, and programmes are aligned with client and business objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

Pre-Construction Planning

• Develop detailed tender and pre-construction programmes using Asta PowerProject
• Analyse drawings, specifications, and scope documents to build logical project sequences
• Collaborate with design, procurement, production, logistics and project teams for input on programme formation.
• Documentation control of all technical and commercial bid documentation during project tender phase.
• Support project managers during the project execution phase of projects
• Work closely with estimators, quantity surveyors, and pre-construction design team during bid stages
• Support project managers during the project execution phase of projects

Programme Development & Management

• Create baseline programmes including critical path analysis and key milestones
• Identify risks, constraints, and opportunities within project plans
• Carry out programme sensitivity and what-if scenario analysis
• Review subcontractor and supplier programmes for alignment

Stakeholder Collaboration

· Work closely with estimators, quantity surveyors, and pre-construction design team during bid stages

• Support project managers during the project execution phase of projects
• Participate in tender meetings, internal reviews, and client presentations
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to ensure programme accuracy

Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare programme reports and visual outputs (Gantt charts, phasing diagrams, etc.)
• Ensure planning documentation complies with client and contractual requirements
• Maintain clear and auditable programme records
• Documentation control of all technical and commercial bid documentation during project tender phase.

Continuous Improvement

• Contribute to planning standards, templates, and best practices
• Stay up to date with industry planning techniques and software advancements

Key Requirements

Qualifications

• Third level degree preferred.

Experience

• Proven experience in a planning role within construction or civil engineering
• Strong pre-construction and tender-stage planning experience
• Demonstrated use of Asta PowerProject (essential)
• Experience with other planning tools (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project) is desirable

Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of construction methodologies and sequencing
• Expertise in programme development, critical path analysis (CPA), and delay analysis
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications
• Proficiency in Excel and reporting tools

Soft Skills

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• High attention to detail and organisational skills

Key Competencies

• Strategic thinking and forward planning
• Risk identification and mitigation
• Collaboration and teamwork
• Commercial awareness
• Time management and prioritisation

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Tate is an equal-opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

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