Graduate Planner

United Infrastructure Ltd; Alness; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentoring

Challenging projects

Career development

Industry tools exposure

Competitive salary

Diversity & inclusion

Job summary

United Infrastructure is seeking a Graduate Planner to join our expanding team at the Alness office. This role offers an entry point into project planning, working with experienced planners on major energy and infrastructure projects.

You will assist in developing, maintaining and monitoring project programmes using industry tools such as Primavera P6, with structured development and on-the-job training to build skills in project controls and infrastructure delivery.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2:2 honours in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Project Management, Quantity Surveying, Business Management or related field.

Responsibilities

• Support development and maintenance of project programmes and schedules.
• Assist with planning and coordinating project activities across engineering, procurement and construction teams.
• Monitor project progress and identify schedule risks and opportunities.
• Prepare programme updates, reports and performance metrics.
• Learn to use Primavera P6 and other industry tools.
• Participate in project reviews, planning meetings and site visits.
• Collaborate to ensure programme information is accurate and up to date.
• Develop understanding of project controls, scheduling techniques and delivery.

Skills

Organisational skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Driving licence

Data handling

Education

2:2 Honours degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or related

Tools

Primavera P6

Job description

United Infrastructure is a dynamic and rapidly expanding business, focused on delivering critical infrastructure projects, across the utility and social infrastructure sectors.
Our team of highly skilled and hardworking specialists deliver innovative solutions to the complex challenges our clients face.
Our company is split into two business areas:
Utility Infrastructure –
Our team of Utility Infrastructure specialists design, build and maintain critical water, energy (gas), power and telecoms infrastructure, for the UK’s largest network owners and operators.
Social Infrastructure -
Our team of Social Infrastructure specialists revitalise homes and communities by carrying out a wide range of work, from retrofit to refurbishment, and maintenance.

Equal Opportunities Statement - At United Infrastructure, we are committed to making every interaction a positive and inclusive experience. If there is anything we can do to support you, remove barriers, or make the process more accessible, please let us know — we want this to be the best possible experience for you.

The Role

We are looking for a Graduate Planner to join our growing team. This is an exciting opportunity to begin your career in project planning, working alongside experienced planners and project professionals on some of the UK's most significant energy and infrastructure projects.

As a Graduate Planner, you will support the development, maintenance and monitoring of project programmes, helping to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and on schedule. Through a combination of structured development, formal training and on-the-job experience, you will gain valuable knowledge of project controls, construction planning and infrastructure delivery.

This role offers excellent opportunities for professional development and long-term career progression within the planning discipline.

What You'll Be Doing

• Support the development and maintenance of project programmes and schedules.

• Assist with planning and coordinating project activities across engineering, procurement and construction teams.

• Monitor project progress and help identify schedule risks and opportunities.

• Support the preparation of programme updates, reports and performance metrics.

• Learn to use industry-standard planning software, including Primavera P6.

• Participate in project reviews, planning meetings and site visits.

• Collaborate with project teams to ensure programme information remains accurate and up to date.

• Develop an understanding of project controls, scheduling techniques and infrastructure project delivery.

• Build the skills and experience needed to progress towards a professional planning career.

• This role will be based at our office in Alness, near Inverness.

Who We're Looking For

Our graduate programme is designed to help you transition into your chosen profession and build a successful long-term career.

To be considered for this role, you will:

• Be on track to achieve, or have already achieved, a minimum 2:2 Honours degree in a relevant discipline such as Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Project Management, Quantity Surveying, Business Management or a related subject.

• Have a genuine interest in planning, project controls and major infrastructure projects.

• Demonstrate strong organisational and analytical skills.

• Be confident working with data and problem-solving.

• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Be motivated to learn and develop professionally.

• Be able to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

• Be adaptable and capable of managing multiple priorities.

• Hold a full driving licence or be actively working towards achieving one.

What We Can Offer

At United Infrastructure, we are committed to supporting our graduates from day one.

You'll benefit from:

• Support and mentoring from experienced planning and project controls professionals.

• Opportunities to work on meaningful and high-profile infrastructure and energy projects.

• Professional development tailored to your career aspirations.

• Exposure to industry-leading planning tools and project delivery methodologies.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

• Flexible benefits options.

• A commitment to diversity, inclusion and equal opportunities.

About United Infrastructure

United Infrastructure is a dynamic and rapidly expanding business, focused on delivering critical infrastructure projects, across the utility and social infrastructure sectors.
Our team of highly skilled and hardworking specialists deliver innovative solutions to the complex challenges our clients face.
Our company is split into two business areas:
Utility Infrastructure –
Our team of Utility Infrastructure specialists design, build and maintain critical water, energy (gas), power and telecoms infrastructure, for the UK’s largest network owners and operators.
Social Infrastructure -
Our team of Social Infrastructure specialists revitalise homes and communities by carrying out a wide range of work, from retrofit to refurbishment, and maintenance.

As a principal contractor, we deliver complex infrastructure works through a combination of direct delivery teams, supply chain partners and specialist subcontractors.

Equal Opportunities

At United Infrastructure, we are committed to making every interaction a positive and inclusive experience. If there is anything we can do to support you, remove barriers, or make the process more accessible, please let us know — we want this to be the best possible experience for you.

Join us at United Infrastructure and be part of our mission to deliver innovative and sustainable solutions to the complex infrastructure needs of the UK.