Construction Planner

A Construction Planner is responsible for coordinating and scheduling construction projects from inception to completion. You’ll work closely with project managers, engineers, and contractors to develop detailed plans, manage timelines, and ensure resources are efficiently allocated. Construction Planners prepare project schedules, monitor progress, and adjust plans as necessary to address any delays or issues. Your role is crucial in ensuring that construction projects are completed on time and within budget.

Construction Planners play a key role in the successful execution of construction projects. You’ll need strong organisational skills and attention to detail, as well as the ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders. Your role ensures that projects run smoothly and meet all necessary requirements.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $98,800
Skill level Advanced

How do I become a construction planner?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
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CPC40320

Certificate IV in Building Project Support (Estimator)
Blended, Online
44 weeks
$0 - $5,495
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Building Estimator Construction Estimator Construction Planner
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Building Estimator Construction Estimator Construction Planner
BSB50820

Diploma of Project Management
Online
12 - 18 months
$0 - $6,318
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Project Administrator Project Manager Project Officer
Scheduler IT Project Manager Project Coordinator Regional Manager Governance Coordinator ICT Project Manager Digital Project Manager Corporate Services Manager Senior Risk Manager Park Manager Wind Turbine Engineer Investigation Manager National Security Adviser Field Engineer Innovation Coordinator Chief Innovation Officer Data Analytics Consultant Logistician Innovation Manager Purchasing Officer Quality Assurance Engineer Data Consultant Strata Manager Planning Officer Student Experience Officer Regional Coordinator Conservation Manager Real Estate Agency Manager Sustainable Farmer Automated Tester IT Auditor Resilience Officer Head of Procurement Infrastructure Engineer Engineering Technician Operations Officer Gym Manager Fitness Centre Manager Conference Manager Event Director Exhibition Manager Tour Operations Manager Drilling Supervisor Plant Supervisor Plant Manager Project Manager (Police Force) Facilities Manager Technical Project Manager Maintenance Manager Scrum Master Change And Communications Manager Policy Researcher Public Service Officer International Marketing Specialist International Project Manager Program Analyst Film Producer Strategic Advisor Transport Manager Film and TV Production Manager Broadcast Production Manager Video Production Manager Project Scheduler Program Leader Technical Manager Operations Analyst Supply Chain Analyst Strategy Manager Inventory Planner Supply and Distribution Manager Change Management Consultant Marketing Project Manager Design Manager Electrical Estimator Electrical Project Manager Client Side Project Manager Business Process Analyst Project Director Senior Business Analyst BIM Manager Property Development Manager Continuous Improvement Manager Chief of Police Police Sergeant Aviation Consultant Contract Specialist Digital Transformation Manager Chief Data Officer Nurse Manager Quality Control Manager Construction Planner Drilling Engineer Site Manager Program Evaluator PMO Manager Research and Development Manager Executive Manager Business Architect Sustainability Manager IT Operations Manager Advertising Account Manager Economics Consultant Investment Banking Analyst Senior Project Manager Chief Project Officer Promotions Manager Employee Relations Manager
+ 107 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Project Administrator Project Manager Project Officer Scheduler IT Project Manager Project Coordinator Regional Manager Governance Coordinator ICT Project Manager Digital Project Manager Corporate Services Manager Senior Risk Manager Park Manager Wind Turbine Engineer Investigation Manager National Security Adviser Field Engineer Innovation Coordinator Chief Innovation Officer Data Analytics Consultant Logistician Innovation Manager Purchasing Officer Quality Assurance Engineer Data Consultant Strata Manager Planning Officer Student Experience Officer Regional Coordinator Conservation Manager Real Estate Agency Manager Sustainable Farmer Automated Tester IT Auditor Resilience Officer Head of Procurement Infrastructure Engineer Engineering Technician Operations Officer Gym Manager Fitness Centre Manager Conference Manager Event Director Exhibition Manager Tour Operations Manager Drilling Supervisor Plant Supervisor Plant Manager Project Manager (Police Force) Facilities Manager Technical Project Manager Maintenance Manager Scrum Master Change And Communications Manager Policy Researcher Public Service Officer International Marketing Specialist International Project Manager Program Analyst Film Producer Strategic Advisor Transport Manager Film and TV Production Manager Broadcast Production Manager Video Production Manager Project Scheduler Program Leader Technical Manager Operations Analyst Supply Chain Analyst Strategy Manager Inventory Planner Supply and Distribution Manager Change Management Consultant Marketing Project Manager Design Manager Electrical Estimator Electrical Project Manager Client Side Project Manager Business Process Analyst Project Director Senior Business Analyst BIM Manager Property Development Manager Continuous Improvement Manager Chief of Police Police Sergeant Aviation Consultant Contract Specialist Digital Transformation Manager Chief Data Officer Nurse Manager Quality Control Manager Construction Planner Drilling Engineer Site Manager Program Evaluator PMO Manager Research and Development Manager Executive Manager Business Architect Sustainability Manager IT Operations Manager Advertising Account Manager Economics Consultant Investment Banking Analyst Senior Project Manager Chief Project Officer Promotions Manager Employee Relations Manager + 107 more

Master of Planning
Blended, On Campus
18 - 24 months
$0 - $45,200
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Environmental Planner Town Planner Urban Planner
Construction Planner GIS Specialist Land Use Planner
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Environmental Planner Town Planner Urban Planner Construction Planner GIS Specialist Land Use Planner + 3 more
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Further reading

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