Planning Engineer

Opals Group; Dingwall; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a prominent civil engineering contractor in Scotland as a Planning Engineer, where you'll play a crucial role in managing major infrastructure projects across renewable energy, highways, and marine sectors. This dynamic role requires proficiency in Primavera (P6) to track project progress and provide valuable insights. You'll be the key interface between work packages and contractors, ensuring timely updates and effective program impact analysis. If you thrive in fast-paced environments and possess strong analytical and communication skills, this opportunity to contribute to significant infrastructure projects is perfect for you. Embrace the challenge and make a real impact in the civil engineering field!

Benefits

Company vehicle

Performance-related bonus scheme

Pension plan with employer contributions

Ongoing professional development support

Qualifications

• Experience in civil engineering projects, especially in renewable energy.
• Good knowledge of NEC3/4 contracts from a planning perspective.

Responsibilities

• Track and report on project progress using Primavera (P6).
• Provide updates and program impact analysis to support the business.

Skills

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Flexibility

Agility

Resilience

Education

Project Management or Planning qualification (APM or similar)

Tools

Primavera (P6)

Power BI

Job description

Do you want to take on a pivotal role in delivering complex civil engineering solutions, often in challenging and logistically demanding environments? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

RJ McLeod is seeking a Planning Engineer to join our team based in Northern Scotland, supporting the planning and programme management of major infrastructure projects across our renewable energy, highways, and marine portfolio.

So, what are we looking for?

You will be a proficient user of Primavera (P6), capable of tracking and reporting on the progress of all major projects under your management. Serving as the key interface between work packages and contractors, you will support the wider business by providing valuable updates and program impact analysis.

To succeed, you’ll need excellent communication and analytical skills alongside:

1. Experience in civil engineering projects, preferably in renewable energy infrastructure, highways, or marine construction.
2. Good working knowledge of NEC3/4 contracts from a planning perspective.
3. Experience with critical path analysis and schedule optimisation.
4. Experience in projects exceeding £2M.

You’ll also need to be able to work at pace. Our business moves quickly, and we need to keep up with the demand. Flexibility, agility, and resilience are key attributes for this role.

Additional skills and experience that would enhance your application:

1. Project Management or Planning qualification (APM or similar).
2. Understanding of heavy civils construction techniques.
3. Knowledge of Scottish civil engineering sector.
4. Experience with earned value management.
5. Experience using Power BI or similar reporting tools.

Please note: Due to the nature of the location, a valid UK driving licence and the ability to travel to remote sites is required.

If you're ready for a challenge and want to make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you!

About us….

RJ McLeod is one of Scotland's leading civil engineering contractors, with extensive experience in renewable energy, highways, and marine infrastructure projects. We play a key role in delivering complex civil engineering solutions, including highways improvements, port infrastructure, marine works, substations, underground power networks, battery storage facilities, grid stabilisation infrastructure, and wind farm developments. Our diverse portfolio spans critical national infrastructure projects in Scotland’s transport and energy sectors.

In a strategic move, RJ McLeod joined the OCU Group in 2024, bolstering OCU’s capabilities in energy transition, particularly in the realms of battery energy storage, wind, and hydro power. RJ McLeod maintains its operational independence and brand under the OCU umbrella, continuing with the same team and locations, supported by the strength and increased capabilities from within OCU Group.

What’s in it for you?

If working for one of Scotland's leading civil engineering contractors within a diverse portfolio wasn’t enough, we will also offer an excellent benefits and reward package to include:

1. Company vehicle.
2. Performance-related bonus scheme.
3. Pension plan with employer contributions.
4. Ongoing professional development support.

Location
This role is based in our Dingwall office, with travel to various project sites. Occasional overnight stays may be necessary. We will give special consideration to candidates willing to work away from home during the week on major upcoming infrastructure projects.

RJ McLeod is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, noting that candidates must have the right to work in the UK.