Harry Maxwell is recruiting for an experienced Lead Planner on behalf of a well‐established Australian contractor delivering major mining, resources and infrastructure projects across Western Australia.
We are looking for a senior contractor-side planner with experience across mining, NPI, civil, SMP and/or major infrastructure projects, combined with advanced Primavera P6 capability and a strong understanding of construction delivery.
About the Role
Working closely with Project Managers, Construction Managers and project teams, you'll take ownership of planning and scheduling from schedule development and baseline through progress measurement, forecasting and delivery.
This is a hands-on role requiring someone who can build and interrogate complex construction schedules, identify critical-path issues and develop practical recovery strategies.
The position is Perth-based, with travel to project sites as required, and provides a pathway toward broader Planning Manager responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities
Develop, maintain and control Primavera P6 construction schedules, including baselines, logic, milestones and critical paths
Monitor progress,



forecast completion and deliver look-ahead, schedule variance and recovery planning
Integrate engineering, procurement and construction activities, ensuring schedules reflect actual construction sequencing, resources and site progress
Work closely with project leadership and provide clear schedule reporting to internal and client stakeholders
About You - Essential
8-15+ years' planning/project controls experience within construction, mining, resources or infrastructure
Senior Planner, Lead Planner or Planning Manager experience
Advanced hands-on Primavera P6 capability
Proven experience developing and owning complex construction schedules
Solid critical path, forecasting, look-ahead and recovery planning capability
Based in Perth, with the flexibility to travel to project sites as required
About You - Desirable
Rio Tinto or other major Australian mining client experience
Multidiscipline civil, structural, mechanical, piping, electrical and/or NPI exposure
Experience leading or mentoring planners
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📌 Lead Planner (Perth)
🏢 Harry Maxwell
📍 Perth