Planner/Scheduler - Infrastructure Projects

About Turner & Townsend

Turner & Townsend is a globally recognized professional services firm with a team exceeding 22,000 across over 62 countries. Our work spans sectors including real estate, infrastructure, energy, and natural resources, where we collaborate closely with clients to achieve transformative outcomes that better people’s lives. Our expertise covers programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero initiatives, and digital solutions.

We are predominantly owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the largest commercial real estate services and investment company worldwide, working jointly to offer premier programme, project, and cost management services worldwide.

Role Overview

• Deliver scheduling services for a variety of infrastructure projects.
• Perform pre-baseline evaluations of contractor schedules ensuring compliance with contractual obligations and industry best practices.
• Develop progress update reports identifying critical schedule risks and opportunities, communicating these effectively to clients.
• Advise on corrective measures and design acceleration programs to address significant delays.
• Facilitate coordination meetings with multiple client stakeholders to collate their inputs; develop an Integrated Master Works Programme that aligns and incorporates dependencies with the Main Contractor’s timeline.
• Provide expert guidance across all project phases regarding optimal scheduling approaches for complex multi-stage construction projects.

Candidate Profile & Qualifications

• A tertiary qualification in Engineering, Construction, Building, or Project Management disciplines.
• At least five years of experience working as a Scheduler or Planner on infrastructure projects.
• Preference for candidates with direct on-site construction project experience.
• Comprehensive understanding of full cycle construction and project workflows.
• Advanced proficiency with Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project; familiarity with Asta or equivalent scheduling tools is beneficial.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Experience managing scheduling activities on large-scale infrastructure projects is desirable.
• Valid legal authorization to work in New Zealand.

Additional Information

Our organization fosters an inclusive workplace valuing diverse perspectives, supporting a balanced, flexible environment conducive to both professional success and personal well-being.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and encourage applications from all community sectors.

Candidates should note Turner & Townsend does not charge any fees during recruitment. Only authorized recruitment agencies engaged via formal agreements may submit candidates.