Project Planner / Planning Engineer at Trucrete Solutions Limited

Trucrete Solutions Limited is dynamic Construction Management firm with expertise in Infrastructural Development, Engineering Services, Procurement, Facility Management, and General Contracting. With several groundbreaking engineering projects in our portfolio over the years, Trucrete is proud to have been involved in shaping Nigeria by elevating critical infrastructure to international standards, erecting buildings, bridges, flyovers and roads in key strategic locations in Nigeria. We have helped create a safer and more pleasant environment, all while encouraging state growth and development.

Our fleet of plant machinery and equipment gives us the capacity to successfully undertake multiple projects in various parts of Nigeria at any one time, while our network of tried and tested subcontractors and suppliers throughout the country and globally, enables us to procure the best resources for every project.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Project Planner / Planning Engineer

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

About the Role

• We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Project Planner to join our growing construction team.
• The ideal candidate will have a strong background in planning and scheduling for large-scale infrastructure and road construction projects, with proven expertise in project control tools, methodologies, and reporting.
• This role requires a detail-oriented professional who can support project delivery from initiation through completion, ensuring alignment with timelines, budget, and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and update project schedules using recognized planning tools (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project).
• Prepare project planning documents including work breakdown structures (WBS), baseline schedules, critical path analysis, and resource loading.
• Monitor project progress and prepare periodic progress reports, schedule forecasts, and risk analyses.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Engineers, Procurement, and Site Teams to ensure accurate and timely collection of schedule inputs.
• Analyze deviations and provide recommendations for corrective actions.
• Track project milestones, deliverables, and dependencies to support effective decision-making.
• Support project meetings with planning inputs and schedule performance reports.
• Ensure planning and reporting compliance with industry standards and company processes.

Requirements

• Minimum 10 years of proven planning experience in the construction industry, particularly in road, civil engineering, or infrastructure projects.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Professional certification in project planning or project controls (e.g., Primavera P6 Certification, PMI-SP, PMP, AACE certifications) is highly preferred.
• Strong proficiency in Primavera P6, MS Project, and relevant planning software.
• Excellent analytical, reporting, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.

Preferred Attributes:

• Experience working on large-scale construction projects (roads, bridges, infrastructure).
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies and sequencing.
• Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.