Job Description

Location:

Scotland, United Kingdom

Salary:

600 - 650 per day + None

Category

Engineering

Sector:

Building, Construction and Infrastructure

Contract type

Contract

Consultant:

Matthew Jewitt

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Planner to join a dynamic team responsible for the development, management, and delivery of project programmes. The role requires ensuring that programme content is functionally compliant with planning procedures and guidance. The successful candidate will be adept at identifying planning scope, major constraints, contract requirements, and key quantities and factors affecting the programme.
A critical aspect of the role is to utilise advanced expertise during tender stages to collaboratively develop and decisively agree on a strategic and optimised sequence and methodology. This ensures the implementation of the most efficient design, procurement, and construction strategy for the successful delivery of works. The Senior Planner will produce and maintain robust tender and live project programmes, carry out critical path and earned value analysis, and provide clear communication of programme performance to stakeholders.


The role involves close collaboration with project teams, risk and cost functions, and supply chain partners to develop realistic and achievable schedules that meet contractual requirements. The Senior Planner will also mentor junior planning staff and contribute to continuous improvement of planning processes and procedures.


Skills:


Expertise in developing functionally compliant programme content

Experience in Civil Engineering and/or energy projects

Ability to identify planning scope, constraints, and contract requirements

Advanced tender planning and strategic sequencing skills

Strong knowledge of design, procurement, and construction methodologies

Critical Path Analysis and Earned Value Management

Excellent communication and stakeholder management

Risk identification and mitigation within programmes

Mentoring and leadership of junior planners

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

Proficient in planning software and tools

Software/Tools:

Primavera P6

Asta Powerproject

Microsoft Project

Certifications & Standards:

Knowledge of NEC and other relevant contract forms

Understanding of programme compliance with planning procedures and guidance