Planning Manager

Overview

We are supporting a major Scottish overhead line (OHL) infrastructure programme and are seeking an experienced Planning Manager to join the delivery team. This is a landmark project involving the construction of 440 new towers, extensive access track development, and large-scale associated civil works.

• Leading all planning activities across a multi-year OHL construction programme.
• Managing project controls and schedule integrity using Primavera P6.
• Overseeing planning inputs for tower erection, civil works, and access routes.
• Coordinating with engineering, construction, environmental and commercial teams.
• Ensuring programme risks, delays and forecasts are clearly reported.

• Strong background in Civils/Construction, ideally major infrastructure or highways.
• Proven experience leading planning on multi-discipline or linear infrastructure projects.
• Expertise in P6 and robust project controls principles.
• Comfortable working on remote sites and managing large volumes of programme data.
• Candidates based in Scotland or willing to relocate (weekly commuting not ideal).

• 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday
• Option of 4 days on site + 1 day from home
• Accommodation can be provided in purpose-built project village (if opting for accommodation-inclusive rate)

For more information please click APPLY NOW or call Luke Clifford (phone number removed).

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