Project Planner

About Tate

Tate Europe, part of the Kingspan Group, is internationally recognized for over 60 years as a leader in manufacturing data centre infrastructure solutions and commercial office raised access floors. With annual revenues exceeding $500 million and 12 manufacturing sites globally, Tate is committed to innovative designs, collaborative client partnerships, and sustainability through its Planet Passionate strategy, aiming to reduce emissions and prioritize wellbeing.

Role Overview

The Project Planner will be responsible for supporting successful project planning from tender through construction commencement and beyond. This includes developing and managing detailed schedules with industry-standard software like Asta PowerProject and Primavera. The role ensures realistic planning, risk identification, and alignment with client and business goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop detailed tender and pre-construction programmes using Asta PowerProject
• Analyze drawings, specifications, and scopes to establish logical project sequences
• Collaborate with design, procurement, production, logistics, and project teams for programme input
• Maintain control of all technical and commercial bid documentation during tender phase
• Support project managers throughout project execution
• Coordinate with estimators, quantity surveyors, and pre-construction design teams during bids
• Create baseline programmes including critical path and key milestone identification
• Identify risks, constraints, and opportunities within project plans
• Conduct programme sensitivity and scenario analyses
• Review subcontractor and supplier programmes to ensure alignment
• Participate in tender meetings, internal reviews, and client presentations
• Prepare programme reports and visual representations like Gantt charts
• Ensure planning documentation meets client and contractual standards
• Manage clear, auditable records of programmes and documentation
• Contribute to developing planning standards, templates, and best practices
• Keep updated with industry planning methodologies and software developments

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Preferred third-level degree
• Proven experience in planning roles within construction or civil engineering
• Strong expertise in pre-construction and tender-stage planning
• Mandatory experience with Asta PowerProject
• Desirable familiarity with Primavera P6 or MS Project
• Solid understanding of construction methods and sequencing
• Skills in programme creation, critical path analysis, and delay assessments
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and reporting tools

Soft Skills and Competencies

• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective communication and presentation abilities
• Capacity to perform under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• High attention to detail and good organizational skills
• Strategic and forward-thinking mindset
• Identifying and mitigating risks
• Team collaboration and commercial awareness
• Time management and prioritization skills

Additional Information

Tate is an equal opportunity employer that values diverse backgrounds and experience. The company fosters a dynamic, inclusive workplace culture and invites candidates to join in advancing environmentally conscious building solutions.