Project Planner

Location: Kilkenny (Hybrid – 2/3 Days per Week) 
Salary: €70,000 + Package (DOE)

Optimize Recruitment, working closely with our client, are seeking a Project Planner to join an established design and construction company delivering specialised projects across the pharmaceutical and data centre sectors.

With over two decades of experience in technical project delivery, this growing organisation offers a collaborative environment, strong career development opportunities, and the chance to play a key role in complex, high-value projects across Ireland.

The successful candidate will ideally be based within a commutable distance from Kilkenny, where the company office is located, with flexibility to work from home and spend time in the office and one day on site. However experienced candidates with relevant experience, location is flexible and open to discussion. 

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules to ensure timely delivery
• Coordinate with project teams, design consultants, and clients to align plans
• Use Primavera P6 to track progress, update programmes, and forecast outcomes
• Identify project risks and variances, implementing corrective measures as required
• Prepare accurate progress and performance reports for management and stakeholders
• Support cost, resource, and time management within the overall project framework
• Break down complex project stages into achievable milestones and deliverables
• Ensure planning documentation aligns with company standards and best practice
• Participate in project meetings and contribute to strategy development
• Provide input into continuous improvement within the planning function

Requirements

• Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related discipline
• 4+ years’ experience in project planning within technical construction projects
• Proficiency in Primavera P6 is essential
• Experience on live pharmaceutical or data centre sites highly advantageous
• Strong understanding of project scheduling, sequencing, and risk management
• Excellent communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills
• Ideally located in Ireland, though open to strong international candidates who can relocate immediately - candidate must be based in Ireland. 

Salary & Benefits

• Salary: €65,000 – €75,000 + (depending on experience)
• 25 days’ annual leave (High Amount of Annual Leave)
• Hybrid working options (2–3 days per week)
• Career development and educational support
• Strong pension and additional benefits package
• Negotiable elements also

For additional information and a confidential discussion on this Project Planner position and similar opportunities contact: Eoin 056-7786631 / 087 0505417 or Eoin@optimizerecruitment.ie

Eoin is available for a call between 9am and 5.30pm daily (outside of work hours calls / meetings can be arranged upon request). 

Please submit your CV via the link provided, in confidence.

All applications will be dealt with in the strictest confidence and your CV will never be released without your prior approval.

Job Ref Number: OR-14791

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