Introduction

What are you going to do 

This is an opportunity to play a key role in developing the construction strategy and planning for a major project involving bulk and detailed earthworks, HDPE lining and underground drainage.

The initial engagement is for 5 months, with the potential to transition into a permanent position based on performance and project requirements.

Working as part of an experienced ECI team, you'll be responsible for developing the planning and scheduling strategy while working closely with estimators, quantity surveyors and other members of the project team.

You'll be involved in:

  • Developing construction methodologies and planning strategies

  • Preparing detailed Level 4 project schedules

  • Producing resource-loaded schedules for major bulk earthworks

  • Working closely with estimators and quantity surveyors

  • Resourcing and levelling schedule activities

  • Ensuring schedules align with project cost estimates and budgets

  • Developing S-curves, manning histograms and cash flow forecasts

  • Undertaking scenario planning and schedule optimisation

  • Supporting ECI submissions and tender documentation

  • Preparing planning reports and schedule information for management

  • Assisting with overall project resourcing and delivery planning

Essential skills and knowledge

We're looking for a Senior Planner who can hit the ground running and has strong experience in major construction, civil infrastructure, resources or similar environments

  • Highly skilled in Primavera P6

  • Proven experience producing large, resource-loaded bulk earthworks schedules

  • Experience working across tenders and ECI environments

  • Strong experience working alongside estimators and quantity surveyors

  • Experience resourcing schedule activities and levelling resources

  • Strong understanding of aligning schedules with cost budgets and cost control

  • Experience producing S-curves, manning histograms and cash flow curves

  • Strong scenario planning and problem-solving skills

  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

What we offer 

  • 5 Month contract with immediate start
  • Genuine temp to perm opportunity
  • Wangara based office environment
  • Opportunity to contribute to a project valued at approx $400 million

About Brunel:

Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australasia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, professional, trades and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leading projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.

Operating in Australasia since 1997, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 50 years of successful operation.

Brunel is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates.

Do you have questions?

If you have any questions or would like to discuss the details of this role, please contact Darren Leavey at d.leavey@brunel.net

Closing: 23 October 2026

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Process of your application

Application process & contact

We will now begin examining your application: We will take a close look at your application documents and ask you for additional information if necessary. If your qualifications match our requirements, we will invite you to meet us for the first time.

Project discussion with our customer

If the introductory meeting goes well for you and us, we will arrange a meeting with the customer who has the perfect project for you. This gives you the opportunity to find out more about the customer and the project.

The decision

If you enjoyed the project discussion and the customer is also convinced of your expertise, we will ask you the final and decisive question: Do you want to get started at Brunel?

Introductory conversation with Brunel

In an introductory meeting, we would like to find out more about your interests, ambitions and professional developments. At the same time, we report on working at Brunel and provide information about all career opportunities and prospects.

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