Work Planner

Function

Work Planner – Dessel

As a Work Planner, you will be part of the project team at the site in Dessel, in the province of Antwerp. You will report to the Project Manager and be responsible for the technical, logistical and administrative preparation, organisation and monitoring of the works. You will ensure that the various disciplines, operational teams, suppliers and subcontractors are well co-ordinated, so that the works can be carried out safely, efficiently and on schedule.

In this role, you will combine technical insight with organisational skills and ensure the work is carried out to a high standard. You will help develop solutions to complex challenges and act as a key point of contact for technical enquiries from the site.

• Checking, analysing and optimising working drawings from subcontractors, suppliers and engineering consultancies.
• Developing efficient implementation methods and contributing to technical solutions for complex issues.
• Calculating quantities and ordering materials, equipment and services in good time.
• Maintaining contact with suppliers and subcontractors and providing support with requests for quotations and technical negotiations.
• Drawing up implementation plans and monitoring the progress of the various project phases.
• Monitoring the implementation and keeping track of the budgetary impact of changes and additional works.
• Handling the administrative aspects of project follow-up, including technical dossiers, planning permission and as-built documents.
• Work closely with project management, site management and implementation teams to ensure the project progresses smoothly.
• Coordinating technical interfaces between disciplines and the parties involved on site.
• Answering technical queries arising during implementation and ensuring well-considered, timely solutions.
• Contributing to a safe working environment and ensuring compliance with quality, safety and environmental standards.

You will be based at the site in Dessel on a daily basis and thrive in an operational project environment where collaboration, responsibility and accuracy are key.

Profile

For this role, we are looking for a technically-minded professional with a background in civil engineering and a structured approach. You will have between 0 and 3 years’ relevant experience, or have held a similar entry-level position in which you have developed technical knowledge and organisational skills.

• You are a civil or industrial engineer specialising in construction, an architect or a graduate with a bachelor’s degree in construction engineering.
• Ideally, you will have experience as a Work Planner, Project Engineer, Site Manager or in a similar role within the construction sector.
• Experience of complex infrastructure, industrial or nuclear projects would be an advantage.
• You have a good technical understanding of construction methods and processes.
• You can plan and organise tasks and manage different priorities at the same time.
• You work meticulously and pay close attention to quality, safety, planning and detail.
• You communicate effectively and work constructively with site management, project management, subcontractors and suppliers.
• You take the initiative, think in a solution-oriented way and are willing to take on responsibility.
• You have a good knowledge of MS Office; experience with planning tools, BIM and/or CAD software would be an advantage.
• You have an excellent command of Dutch. Knowledge of French and English would be an advantage.
• You are willing to work at the construction site in Dessel, in the province of Antwerp, on a daily basis.
• You actively promote safety and work in accordance with the applicable quality, safety and environmental standards.

Organisation

Our client is a Belgian construction group operating in Belgium and several other countries. The company’s activities include the construction of buildings, infrastructure works, property projects and industrial facilities. They are renowned for their expertise in complex and large-scale projects and work for both public sector and private clients.

Offer

The specific salary terms and the full benefits package will be tailored to your qualifications, relevant experience and responsibilities within the role. You will receive further information on this during the selection process.

• A competitive salary, tailored to your profile and experience.
• A role involving technical responsibility within an operational project environment.
• The opportunity to gain experience on complex architectural and technical projects.
• A professional working environment where collaboration, safety and development are key.
• Additional terms and conditions of employment and any non-statutory benefits in accordance with the applicable company and employment policy.