Planner, Engineering, Civil Engineering

Location: Rivervale

At UGL, our Utilities business is at the forefront of Australia’s energy transition, delivering essential design and construction services for critical infrastructure across the power sector. We provide end-to-end solutions on major projects including transmission lines, switchyards, substations, and electrical distribution networks.

To date, we’ve successfully delivered over 7,300 km of transmission lines and completed more than 300 substation projects—and we’re just getting started!

The OpportunityUGL is seeking an experienced Planner to join a high-performing team delivering major utilities and infrastructure projects. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining project schedules, monitoring progress, and providing critical insights to ensure successful project delivery.

You’ll play a key role in supporting planning, reporting, and performance analysis across the full project lifecycle, working closely with project teams, site personnel, and stakeholders

This role is based in Rivervale and working on an exciting new project in the renewables sector.

Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain baseline project schedules, ensuring WBS integrity and alignment

Support tender schedule preparation and ongoing schedule management

Track project progress, productivity, and performance against milestones

Prepare weekly and ad-hoc reporting, including dashboards, forecasts, and S-curves

Conduct critical path analysis, trends analysis, and risk/impact assessments

Collaborate with site teams to review productivity and address inefficiencies

Assist with variation proposals and delay notices in consultation with estimating teams

Contribute to continuous improvement of planning processes and project performance

Participate in schedule reviews and stakeholder communications

About You You will be successful in this role if you have:

Tertiary qualifications in Engineering, Construction, or a related discipline

Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar planning role, ideally within construction or utilities projects

Strong experience with Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, Power BI and SAPProven ability to analyse data and provide meaningful project insights

Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Highly organised with strong prioritisation and time management abilities

Why Join UGL?

Competitive remuneration package

Perth-based opportunity with diverse growth prospects

Flexible working arrangements and generous parental leave options

Staff discount program and access to educational and leadership development

Endless career pathways and opportunities for advancement within UGL and CIMIC Group

How to Apply

While the listed qualifications are preferred, we welcome applicants who believe they possess the drive and skills to excel in this role. At UGL, we value diversity and encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

Join Our TeamUGL is renowned for providing end-to-end engineering, construction, and maintenance services across various sectors. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from individuals with disabilities, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander backgrounds, mature-aged workers, and culturally diverse backgrounds.

Note:

Applicants may be subject to relevant screening checks including a national criminal history check and pre-employment medical assessment.

Discipline:
Planner Primary

Location:

Australia-WA-Rivervale Work Type:
Full-time
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