Planning Engineer

Careys Foundation; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Diverse projects

Leadership support

Career progression

Collaborative environment

Careers development

Job summary

Careys is seeking a Planning Engineer to join our Glasgow Planning team. You will work with operations, commercial and pre-construction to develop programmes for major civil engineering projects and help deliver them on time and safely.

This role suits an experienced Planning Engineer, or Site/Section/Senior Engineer moving into planning, with knowledge of NEC contracts and planning software such as Asta Powerproject. Strong communication and problem‑solving skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering civil infrastructure or major projects.
• Experience as Planning Engineer or background as Site/Senior Engineer moving into planning.
• Knowledge of NEC contracts and construction sequencing.
• Experience using planning software (e.g., Asta Powerproject).
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Organised and analytical approach with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Develop tender and contract programmes.
• Produce construction methodologies and sequencing plans.
• Monitor progress and update live programmes.
• Manage programme change and identify risks.
• Produce look-ahead programmes and progress reports.
• Work with project teams, designers and commercial teams to optimise delivery.
• Support planning across pre-construction and live projects.

Skills

Civil engineering projects

NEC contracts

Asta Powerproject

Project scheduling

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Asta Powerproject

Job description

Planning Engineer

Department: Planning

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Glasgow Office

Description

At Careys, planning is about far more than producing programmes. It's about shaping how major civil engineering projects are delivered from day one.

We're looking for a Planning Engineer to join our growing Planning team, working alongside operational, commercial and pre‑construction teams to develop construction programmes that help deliver some of the UK's most complex infrastructure projects.

This opportunity would suit an experienced Planning Engineer, but we're equally interested in speaking with Site Engineers, Section Engineers or Senior Engineers who understand construction from the ground up and are looking to broaden their career into planning. If you've ever found yourself thinking about sequencing, logistics and programme rather than just today's activities, this could be the ideal next step.

The Role

You'll support projects from tender stage through to completion, developing and maintaining programmes that help our teams deliver safely, efficiently and on time.

Responsibilities

• Developing tender and contract programmes
• Producing construction methodologies and sequencing plans
• Monitoring progress and updating live programmes
• Managing programme change and identifying risks
• Producing look‑ahead programmes and progress reports
• Working with project teams, designers and commercial teams to optimise delivery
• Supporting planning across both pre‑construction and live projects

What we are looking for:

We're looking for someone who enjoys solving problems, thinking ahead and collaborating with project teams.

You’ll ideally have:

• Experience delivering civil engineering or infrastructure projects
• Experience as a Planning Engineer, or a background as a Site, Section or Senior Engineer looking to move into planning
• A good understanding of NEC contracts and construction sequencing
• Experience using Asta Powerproject or similar planning software (or the willingness to learn)
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• An organised and analytical approach with excellent attention to detail

Why Careys?

Planning plays a critical role in everything we deliver. You'll work alongside experienced planners and operational leaders on major infrastructure projects, with the opportunity to influence projects from bid stage through to completion.

In return, you'll join a business that invests in its people, values collaboration and provides genuine opportunities to develop your career.

Benefits

• Exposure to a diverse portfolio of complex construction projects
• Support from experienced leaders to aid your development
• Opportunities to broaden your experience across pre‑construction and delivery
• A collaborative working environment that encourages learning and progression
• A culture built on care, integrity, and continuous improvement
• Excellent salary and benefits
• Company Pension, Private Health, 26 days holiday
• Gym Membership, Cycle to Work Scheme, Health Cash Plan