Project Planner (Civil Engineering)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

25 days holiday

Yearly bonuses

Private medical

Production

Job summary

Ernest Gordon Recruitment are partnering with a growing civil engineering contractor in Glasgow to appoint a Project Planner. You will develop and manage detailed programmes from tender through construction, ensuring alignment with project scope, NEC3/NEC4 requirements and delivery targets.

The role requires Primavera P6 proficiency and site visits, with responsibilities including WBS creation, progress monitoring, and updating stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Experience as Project Planner within a Civil Engineering environment.
• Knowledge of NEC3/NEC4 processes.
• Working knowledge of Primavera P6 and site visits.
• Degree or similar in Civil Engineering or related field.

Responsibilities

• Develop, monitor and maintain project programmes across tender and construction phases.
• Develop Work Breakdown Structures aligned with project scope.
• Ensure programmes are compliant with NEC3 and NEC4 requirements.
• Identify delay drivers and maintain programme records to support entitlement claims.
• Visiting sites where required.

Skills

NEC3/NEC4 knowledge

Project planning experience

Civil engineering awareness

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

Primavera P6

Job description

£50,000 - £60,000 + Hybrid + 25 Days Holiday + Yearly Bonuses + Private Medical + Production

Glasgow

Are you a Project Planner, with experience in civil engineering and Primavera software, looking to join a growing, yet well-established contractor?

On offer is the opportunity to join an innovative, sustainability-focused, owner-managed civil engineering contractor operating across multiple sectors. The company operates as both a Principal and Subcontractor, with recent expansion into the energy market.

You will take ownership of developing and managing detailed project programmes from tender through to construction, ensuring they align with project scope, contractual requirements and delivery targets.

You will also support NEC3/NEC4 programme requirements, resource and cost forecasting, procurement and design coordination, providing clear programme updates to help ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, on time and within budget.

This role would suit a Project Planner with strong knowledge of NEC3 and NEC4, who is confident using Primavera P6.

The Role

• Develop, monitor and maintain project programmes across tender and construction phases
• Develop Work Breakdown Structures aligned with project scope
• Ensure programmes are compliant with NEC3 and NEC4 requirements
• Identify delay drivers and maintain programme records to support entitlement claims
• Visiting sites where required
• Monday to Friday, 8-5 with a minimum of 3 days on the office

The Person

• Experience working as Project Planner within a Civil Engineering environment
• Background adhering to NEC 3 and NEC 4 processes
• Working knowledge of Primavera P6
• Degree or similar in Civil Engineering or related field

Reference Number: BBBH26992

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We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The remuneration offered will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.