Regional Lead Planner

Alexander Associates Limited; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the water sector is seeking a Regional Lead Planner for their Glasgow office. This permanent, full-time position involves leading a planning team, managing project plans, and ensuring compliance with company procedures. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in the water industry, strong leadership skills, and knowledge of project management tools like Primavera P6. Join us to shape the future of water infrastructure in Scotland!

Qualifications

• Extensive planning experience in the water industry required.
• Proven leadership in managing planning teams essential.
• Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6 necessary.

Responsibilities

• Manage the local planning team for major projects.
• Develop and manage project plans through the full lifecycle.
• Identify and manage risks while advising on impacts to the critical path.

Skills

Planning experience

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Collaborative planning

Education

Technical degree

Tools

Primavera P6

Job description

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Job Title: Regional Lead Planner
Location: Glasgow
Salary: £85,000 per annum
Job Type: Permanent | Full-Time

Are you an experienced project planner ready to lead and inspire a team?
We’re seeking a skilled Regional Lead Planner to join our Planning Team in Glasgow. This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident planner with water sector experience and strong leadership skills.

About the Role:

You’ll manage the local planning team while owning the planning and scheduling of one or more major projects. Your role will involve maintaining detailed project plans, monitoring progress, and advising on delays, risks, and opportunities. You’ll work with the Head of Planning.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage project plans through the full project lifecycle
• Ensure plans reflect project scope, resources, and dependencies
• Identify and manage risks, advising on impacts to the critical path
• Maintain compliance with company procedures
• Mentor junior planners and lead a high-performing local team

Requirements:

• Extensive planning experience in the water industry
• Proven leadership in managing planning teams
• Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Collaborative planning and claims programme development experience
• A relevant technical degree (preferred but not essential)

This is your opportunity to step into a high-impact role with a respected team and competitive salary. Apply today and help us shape the future of water infrastructure in Scotland!