South Africa: Planner – Swakopmund, Namibia posted by Employ Africa Group

As a result of an awarded major EPCM project in Namibia, the client is seeking a detail-oriented Planner to join on site project team on 6:2 roster

About the role

• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules across all phases of construction.
• Monitor progress against baseline schedules and provide regular updates to site and project teams.
• Identify schedule risks and assist in developing mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with construction, engineering, procurement, and project controls teams to ensure alignment of planning activities.
• Support contractor schedule reviews and ensure compliance with project timelines.
• Prepare and present progress reports, forecasts, and performance metrics to the client and client stakeholders.
• Assist in the development of recovery plans and change impact assessments.

About you

• 5+ years of experience in project planning within EPCM or construction environments.
• Proficiency in planning software such as Primavera P6 and MS Project.
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing, resource loading, and critical path analysis.
• Experience working in remote or international project locations is highly regarded.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, site-based environment.