Planner at Tatu City Limited

The Planner will be responsible for developing, monitoring, and controlling project schedules and budgets to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of Tatu City’s residential and mixed-use construction projects. The role requires close collaboration with site teams, contractors, and project managers to ensure alignment with company goals and standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules using Primavera P6 and/or MS Project, including sequencing of construction activities for residential and infrastructure projects.
• Monitor daily and weekly site progress, verify subcontractor performance, and identify schedule variances against the baseline plan.
• Prepare and manage project budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections specific to ongoing developments.
• Review and validate subcontractor claims, interim payment applications, and variations for accuracy and compliance.
• Track materials, manpower, and equipment utilization to ensure alignment with project timelines and resources.
• Prepare weekly and monthly progress reports, dashboards, and performance summaries for management and key stakeholders.
• Maintain and update project risk registers, highlighting potential schedule or cost risks and recommending mitigation strategies.
• Support contract administration by assessing time and cost impacts of design or scope changes.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures, project governance standards, and local regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with site engineers, quantity surveyors, procurement, and project managers to maintain accurate reporting and communication across teams.

Requirements

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or Construction Management.
• 5–7 years of relevant experience in project controls, preferably in residential, mixed-use, or infrastructure developments.
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing and workflows for residential projects (structural works, finishes, MEP, and handover phases).
• Proficiency in Primavera P6, MS Project, and Microsoft Excel; knowledge of Power BI is an added advantage.
• Experience in cost control, budgeting, and earned value management.
• Familiarity with Kenyan construction codes, approval processes, and local authority regulations.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and report-writing skills.
• Proven ability to work effectively under pressure and within multidisciplinary project teams.