Lead Planner – Substation EPC Projects

Snc-Lavalin; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Linxon in Glasgow is seeking a Lead Planner to drive the development and management of complex substation project schedules. You will ensure delivery on time while upholding safety and quality standards, coordinating with engineering, procurement and construction teams.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, and proven planning experience on EPC projects. Proficiency in Primavera P6, MS Project and related planning tools is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Proven experience as a Planning Engineer on EPC projects, preferably energy or substations.
• Proficient in Primavera P6, MS Project, and related planning tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain project schedules using Primavera P6 and other planning tools.
• Define project milestones, critical paths, and key deliverables.
• Define and develop the WBS and work packages.
• Integrate engineering, procurement, and construction schedules into a master project schedule
• Resource load the programme.
• Perform delay analysis and propose mitigation strategies
• Act as a key interface between the client and internal teams regarding project planning.
• Facilitate planning workshops and meetings to resolve scheduling conflicts and optimize timelines.
• Perform Earned Value Management planning and monitoring.
• Liaise with project managers, site teams, and subcontractors to ensure alignment of schedules.
• Perform impact analysis of changes to the project scope, timeline, or budget.
• Perform schedule risk analysis using Primavera Risk Analysis or similar software.

Skills

Primavera P6

MS Project

Planning experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Job description

Linxon in Glasgow is seeking a Lead Planner to drive the development and management of complex substation project schedules. You will ensure delivery on time while upholding safety and quality standards, coordinating with engineering, procurement and construction teams.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, and proven planning experience on EPC projects. Proficiency in Primavera P6, MS Project and related planning tools is essential.