- Papua New Guinea (PNG) Location
- 2x return flights per year
- Advance your career trajectory
- Relocation assistance (accompanied or unaccompanied)
- Furnished, peaceful accommodation within a gated community
- Electricity allowance
- One club membership
- 5 weeks annual leave
- Medical cover
Company Overview:
Foundation Recruitment is proud to have partnered with a Construction Company based in Papua New Guinea (PNG). Our client prides themselves on being an integral part of PNG’s industrial development. Renowned as PNG's premier building company, our client specialises in civil infrastructure and commercial construction with a diverse variety of projects ranging from $1M -$100M+
The Construction Planning Manager is responsible for the development, management, and control of detailed construction programs and procurement schedules across multiple projects. The role places strong emphasis on:
- Developing logic-driven, resource-aligned construction programs;
- Updating and forecasting project timelines;
- Managing advanced local and international procurement planning;
- Formulating and managing Bills of Quantities (BOQs) to align cost, scope, and program.
Key Responsibilities
- Own and drive end-to-end construction planning across multiple projects
- Develop and manage critical path programs, ensuring on-time project delivery
- Lead program updates, forecasting, and delay analysis
- Integrate procurement timelines with construction sequencing, including international supply chains
- Manage BOQs to align scope, cost, and program
- Identify risks early and implement mitigation and recovery strategies
- Provide clear, high-level reporting to senior stakeholders
- Proven experience as a Planning Manager / Senior Planner in construction
- Strong track record delivering complex, large-scale projects
- Advanced skills in MS Project / P6 and Excel
- Solid understanding of procurement, logistics, and commercial processes
- Experience with BOQs, cost planning, and program integration
- Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management skills
