Planner

JN Bentley; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Mott MacDonald Bentley, a key Asset Delivery Partner for Scottish Water, seeks an experienced Planner to drive project programmes across Scotland. You will develop detailed schedules for water and wastewater upgrades, coordinate with design, construction and commercial teams, and ensure milestones are met with accurate reporting.

The role requires Primavera P6 and MS Project proficiency, a degree in construction management or civil engineering, and a willingness to travel to sites.

Qualifications

• Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or related discipline preferred.
• Experience in large-scale projects within the water sector.
• Proven experience in programme planning within construction or infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with NEC, JCT or other standard forms of contract.
• Competency in Primavera P6 and interest in 4D planning.
• Strong knowledge of construction sequencing, methodologies and industry standards.
• Proficiency in planning software (Primavera P6, MS Project or equivalent).
• A valid driving licence and willingness to travel to sites across your region.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed construction programmes using planning software (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project)
• Monitor progress against baseline schedules and update regularly
• Identify risks, delays, and opportunities, proposing mitigation strategies
• Coordinate with operational, design and commercial staff and subcontractors to align programmes with site and design progress
• Produce progress reports, dashboards, and forecasts for senior management and clients
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and project milestones
• Support tender planning and bid submissions with realistic programme schedules
• Maintain accurate records of programme changes and justifications
• Involvement with collaborative planning

Skills

Programme planning

Primavera P6

MS Project

5D/4D planning

Education

Degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

Mott MacDonald Bentley is a fully integrated design and build business combining the design expertise of Mott MacDonald with the contracting experience of JN Bentley, operating across water, energy and environment sectors throughout the UK.

Mott MacDonald Bentley is a key Asset Delivery Partner for Scottish Water’s new Enterprise, part of their SR27 investment programme. The Enterprise is set to deliver £9bn of major infrastructure investment between 2027 and 2033, enhancing Scotland’s water and wastewater assets. It will help preserve the nation’s world-class water quality, protect the environment and ensure services continue to meet the needs of customer.

As part of our appointment to Scottish Water’s new Enterprise, we will deliver projects at sites across Scotland. Works will include major upgrades to treatment assets, new and enhanced networks, and resilience schemes that will benefit communities across the country.

25+ years in the water sector

• Enhancingresilience and service reliabilitythrough treatment works upgrades, network improvements and resilience schemes
• Supportingnet zero and climate adaptationvia low carbon design, nature based solutions and environmental compliance projects
• Enablingsustainable growthby delivering infrastructure that supports new development and protects existing communities
• Drivingefficiency and affordabilitythrough integrated delivery, innovation and collaborative planning
• Maintaining a strong focus oncustomers, communities and safetyacross everything we do

We are seeking an experienced Planner who will play a key role in ensuring the successful delivery of projects that make a real difference to our environment and communities. These projects range from improving and upgrading water and wastewater treatment works to delivering nature-based solutions that enhance biodiversity.

The Role Of a Planner Includes

• Develop detailed construction programmes using planning software (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project)
• Monitor progress against baseline schedules and update regularly
• Identify risks, delays, and opportunities, proposing mitigation strategies
• Coordinate with operational, design and commercial staff and subcontractors to align programmes with site and design progress
• Produce progress reports, dashboards, and forecasts for senior management and clients
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and project milestones
• Support tender planning and bid submissions with realistic programme schedules
• Maintain accurate records of programme changes and justifications
• Involvement with collaborative planning

Essential

• Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related discipline (preferred)
• Experience in large-scale projects within the water sector
• Proven experience in programme planning within construction or infrastructure projects
• Familiarity with NEC, JCT, or other standard forms of contract
• Competency in the use of Primavera P6 and an interest in 4D planning
• Strong knowledge of construction sequencing, methodologies, and industry standards
• Proficiency in planning software (Primavera P6, MS Project, or equivalent)
• A valid driving licence and willingness to travel to sites across your operational region

Desirable

• Professional membership (e.g., APM, CIOB, ICE) is advantageous
• Experience of working in an Enterprise/Alliance arrangement is advantageous

What’s In It For You

Alongside our significant training and development investment, bespoke progression plan and support to achieve professional chartership, we offer a wide range of financial, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits that you can tailor to your needs.

To view our full range of benefits, please see the Bentley benefits brochure attached.