Senior Project Planner | Galway Shape the Future of Engineering with Kirby Group

• Permanent position with a strong project pipeline for the next 5+ years
• Advance your career by working on high-profile, cutting-edge engineering projects
• Join a dynamic, high-performing team focused on excellence, collaboration, and innovation
• Benefit from Kirby’s Career Development Programmes to enhance your leadership capabilities
• Competitive package with room for negotiation

About Kirby Group Engineering
Kirby Group Engineering is a leading multi-disciplinary engineering services contractor, delivering high-value solutions across Ireland, the UK, and Europe. We partner with world-class clients in pharmaceuticals, data centres, and power transmission & distribution, positioning ourselves as the contractor of choice in these sectors.

At Kirby, we empower our people through training, development, and career progression opportunities. If you’re ready to work with the best in the industry, we want to hear from you.

The Role: Senior Project Planner
As a Senior Project Planner, you will play a key role in driving project success by leading the planning, scheduling, and progress-tracking of complex, multi-disciplinary projects. You will work closely with project managers, commercial teams, and site teams to ensure projects are delivered efficiently, on time, and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage detailed construction schedules in line with project objectives
• Provide real-time insights and risk analysis to project managers and stakeholders
• Lead and mentor junior planners, supporting their professional growth
• Monitor and track progress, performance, and labour efficiency
• Collaborate with main contractors and internal teams to optimise project schedules
• Drive continuous improvement and innovation in planning processes
• Identify, escalate, and mitigate risks to ensure smooth project delivery

What You Need to Succeed

• 5+ years of planning experience in the construction or engineering industry
• Strong background in electrical, mechanical, or building services engineering
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or equivalent planning software
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills
• Ability to coordinate multiple project schedules and provide accurate forecasting
• Strong commercial awareness and understanding of project financials

Why Join Kirby?

• Work on leading-edge projects with some of the world’s biggest companies
• Be part of a company that values career development and internal progression
• Benefit from a collaborative and high-performance culture
• Excellent remuneration package with opportunities for growth

Apply Today If you’re a driven Senior Project Planner looking for an opportunity to work on landmark engineering projects, apply now in confidence.