Planner

Morson Group; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Morson Group in Glasgow is seeking a highly motivated Planner to join our construction team. You will develop, maintain, and manage detailed project and tender programmes aligned with contract requirements to support efficient delivery.

Key responsibilities include producing integrated programmes, evaluating time-related preliminaries, monitoring progress, and communicating status. Degree-level qualification or equivalent experience is desirable, with BIM/cloud tools knowledge beneficial.

Qualifications

• Experience in contract and tender planning within construction.
• Technical knowledge of the construction industry.
• Degree-level qualification or equivalent experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and produce fully integrated tender and project programmes.
• Analyse and incorporate time-related preliminaries into schedules.
• Monitor progress, identify risks, and provide mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with teams, suppliers and stakeholders for timely delivery.
• Communicate programme status clearly to all relevant parties.
• Support planning process improvements and mentor junior planners.

Skills

Tender planning

Construction knowledge

Communication

Alternative working toward degree

Asta Powerproject

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

MS Word

BIM / Autodesk Construction Cloud

Risk identification

Interpret drawings/contract docs

Education

Degree-level qualification or equivalent experience

Tools

Asta Powerproject

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated Planner to join a well-regarded construction team based in Glasgow. The successful candidate will have demonstrable experience in contract and tender planning within a similar role and a strong technical background in the construction industry. You will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and managing detailed project and tender programmes that align with contract requirements and support efficient project delivery.. A relevant degree-level qualification or equivalent experience is desirable. You will also provide planning support across live projects and tenders, utilising your expertise to ensure robust, logic-driven schedules that meet client and project needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and produce fully integrated tender and project programmes, ensuring compliance with contract and scope requirements.
• Analyse and incorporate quotes for time-related preliminaries into schedules.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks and constraints, and provide mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with project teams, suppliers, and stakeholders to ensure alignment and timely delivery.
• Provide clear and concise communication of programme status and performance to all relevant parties.
• Support continuous improvement of planning processes and mentor junior planners where applicable.

Skills

• Demonstrable experience in contract and tender planning within construction.
• Proven technical knowledge and experience in the construction industry.
• Relevant qualification or working towards one at degree level or equivalent experience.
• Proficient in Asta Powerproject, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, and MS Word.
• Some experience or knowledge of BIM, Autodesk Construction Cloud, or similar platforms.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly motivated with the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Strong organisational and analytical skills.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and contract documentation.
• Risk identification and mitigation expertise.

Software / Tools

• Asta Powerproject
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Microsoft Word

Certifications & Standards

• Relevant construction or planning qualification (degree level or equivalent experience) - desirable
• Knowledge of contract frameworks and tender processes within construction - advantageous