Project Planner

About Mercury

Mercury stands as Europe's leading provider of construction solutions, specializing in managing intricate engineering and construction projects for prominent global corporations. Our cutting-edge solutions empower communities, businesses, and individuals by facilitating technologies and advancements that enable remarkable achievements. Our team embodies innovation, determination, and focus, consistently delivering successful outcomes.

We operate across diverse sectors like Enterprise Data Centres, Advanced Technology & Life Sciences, Hyperscale Data Centres, and Fire Protection. At Mercury, nurturing talent and enabling personal growth are paramount, offering a supportive environment alongside engaging challenges for employees to develop fully.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage single or multiple projects within designated regions or sectors.
• Oversee all planning aspects adhering to the company's Planning Standard Operating Procedures.
• Report regularly to the Planning Department and Business Unit or Project Management teams.
• Create and maintain schedules across pre-construction, construction, and commissioning phases.
• Maintain comprehensive progress tracking databases and compile progress reports.
• Perform milestone forecasting, analyze delays and float paths.
• Implement and utilize Earned Value Management (EVM) techniques.
• Monitor schedule adherence and overall productivity on projects.
• Conduct site audits to assess progress.
• Participate in schedule meetings and coordinate with clients and subcontractors.
• Prepare tender schedules and produce histograms for data visualization.
• Lead planning meetings and support weekly workface planning systems.
• Load schedules with resource and cash allocations.
• Provide accurate data to assist payment application processes.
• Complete contract review documentation thoroughly.
• Ensure the quality and precision of all schedules and related reports.
• Alert relevant stakeholders to issues and propose viable resolutions.
• Document delays, disruptions, and assist in claim preparations and contractual dispute data provision.
• Travel to project sites as necessary to fulfill responsibilities.
• Train staff members when required and cover for senior planning roles if needed.
• Perform any additional duties pertinent to the position.

Candidate Requirements

• Proficient in Primavera P6 for project scheduling and management.
• Background in construction industry is essential.
• At least two years of experience in project planning roles.
• Strong knowledge and practical application of Earned Value Management systems.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within team environments.
• Excellent communication abilities.
• Experience specific to fire protection projects is required.

Additional Information

Mercury is committed to being an equal opportunities employer, fostering a workplace free from discrimination. The role is based onsite at Ballycoolin Business Park, Dublin. Applicants should be prepared to undertake travel as part of their duties.