Project Planner - Construction at Rhema Project

Rhema Project BCEGI Company Limited is a limited liability company that provides bespoke infrastructural development services, incorporated in the year 2001. The indigenous company formed a joint venture with Beijing Construction and Engineering Group International of China, a group with vested interests in infrastructural development, property development and engineering design. The new company boasts of a consortium of seasoned, highly motivated indigenous and expatriate professionals, who have acquired a reputation for excellence in service delivery within their various vocations.  

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Project Planner - Construction

Location: Lagos,
Department: Project Management / Planning & Controls
Reports To: Project Manager / Project Director

Job Summary

• The Project Planner is responsible for developing, monitoring, and controlling project schedules, ensuring that construction activities are executed efficiently and in line with approved timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• The role involves coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to track progress, forecast project timelines, identify delays, and recommend corrective actions to ensure successful project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain detailed project schedules (baseline and revised) using planning software such as Primavera P6 or MS Project.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and site teams to gather data on project progress and update schedules accordingly.
• Monitor critical paths, milestones, and deliverables to ensure project timelines are met.
• Analyse project performance, identify potential delays, and propose mitigation or recovery plans.
• Prepare and issue weekly and monthly progress reports, including schedule variance analyses and forecast completion dates.
• Support the preparation of project cash flow forecasts, resource histograms, and manpower planning.
• Liaise with procurement and logistics teams to align material delivery schedules with construction requirements.
• Participate in project meetings to present schedule updates and performance insights.
• Assist in developing tender programs and baseline schedules for new project bids.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures, client requirements, and project-specific planning standards.
• Maintain a clear record of schedule changes, progress evidence, and delay notifications for contractual purposes.

Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Accuracy of project schedules and forecasts
• Timely identification and reporting of schedule risks
• Compliance with baseline program and milestone targets
• Quality and timeliness of reports and project updates
• Effective coordination with site and project teams

Qualifications and Experience

• Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or related discipline.
• Must have 5–8 years’ experience in project planning and scheduling within the construction industry.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6, MS Project, and other relevant planning tools.
• Sound understanding of construction sequencing, critical path method (CPM), and earned value management (EVM).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and reporting skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams under tight deadlines.

Core Competencies:

• Project scheduling and control
• Analytical and forecasting ability
• Risk identification and mitigation
• Time and resource management
• Strong documentation and reporting skills
• Team collaboration and communication
• Technical understanding of construction operations.

Application Closing Date
30th October, 2025.