Head of Planning & Scheduling – Energy Infra Delivery

Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks; Inverness; On-site; GBP 78,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company is seeking a Head of Planning & Scheduling to oversee and enhance planning processes within its major infrastructure projects. Based in Scotland, this role focuses on leading a high-performing team and driving planning excellence across a £30bn portfolio for energy infrastructure. Candidates should possess extensive experience in planning and scheduling, particularly in regulated environments, along with expertise in Primavera P6. The role offers a competitive salary package and a range of flexible benefits.

Benefits

Private healthcare discounts

Gym membership discounts

Interest-free loans for tech and transport

Qualifications

• Extensive experience leading enterprise-level planning and scheduling in a regulated environment.
• Proven ability to enforce planning strategies and governance frameworks across complex programmes.
• Strong leadership and delivery excellence skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety, health and environmental principles in planning activities.
• Shape enterprise-wide planning and scheduling excellence.
• Drive digital transformation of planning processes and tools.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Planning and scheduling

Risk management

Data-led insight

Education

Degree in Project Management or equivalent

Tools

Primavera P6

Job description

A leading energy company is seeking a Head of Planning & Scheduling to oversee and enhance planning processes within its major infrastructure projects. Based in Scotland, this role focuses on leading a high-performing team and driving planning excellence across a £30bn portfolio for energy infrastructure. Candidates should possess extensive experience in planning and scheduling, particularly in regulated environments, along with expertise in Primavera P6. The role offers a competitive salary package and a range of flexible benefits.