Senior Project Planner – HV / Substations – Glasgow

Senior Project Planner – HV / Substations – Glasgow A major engineering contractor delivering grid connection and high-voltage infrastructure across the UK is looking for a Senior Project Planner to join its planning and delivery team in Glasgow. This is a permanent opportunity to work on some of the UK's most significant energy transition and power infrastructure projects. You'll bring advanced programme management expertise in substation, HV / MV, and utility-scale projects, playing a critical role in the successful execution of major schemes from tender through handover. Key Responsibilities :

• Develop and manage fully integrated Level 1–4 programmes for HV electrical infrastructure projects using Primavera P6
• Work collaboratively with Project Managers, Engineers, and Commercial teams to define sequencing and resource planning
• Oversee the creation and tracking of detailed construction schedules, reporting progress against key milestones
• Identify and communicate critical path activities, resource constraints, and delivery risks
• Lead on earned value analysis, forecasting, and production of weekly / monthly reports for stakeholders
• Chair schedule coordination meetings and support client-side schedule discussions and approvals
• Develop bid-stage and live project schedules to support tender planning and ongoing delivery
• Mentor junior planners and contribute to internal planning process improvements Ideal Candidate Profile :
• 5+ years of experience as a Project Planner on HV substations, utilities, or energy infrastructure projects
• Expert-level proficiency in Primavera P6 (mandatory); Power BI knowledge is a plus
• Strong understanding of HV / MV systems and transmission infrastructure (110kV–400kV preferred)
• Previous experience with NEC, FIDIC, or equivalent contract frameworks
• Confident managing integrated schedules across procurement, design, and construction
• Proven ability to engage with commercial, engineering, and site delivery teams
• Highly analytical with excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or related field preferred
• Must be based in or able to relocate to Glasgow What’s on Offer :
• Competitive salary in the £70k–£80k range + comprehensive package
• Opportunity to work on high-profile grid connection projects
• Stable, long-term role in a growing team with a strong project pipeline
• Excellent training, support, and career development opportunities
• Collaborative and high-performance work culture focused on delivery excellence