Senior Planner

Morgan Sindall Infrastructure; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car scheme

Private Medical Insurance

Job summary

Morgan Sindall Infrastructure seeks a Senior Planner to lead planning and programme management from tender through delivery for Clyde commercial framework. Roles are based in Glasgow with travel to Helensburgh, requiring robust, fully integrated programmes and strong change control across the project lifecycle.

Responsibilities include tender programme development, progress reporting, earned value analysis, and coordination with design, commercial and client teams.

Qualifications

• Degree-level education in construction or engineering.
• Proven track record in planning and programme management on construction/infrastructure projects.
• Strong proficiency with project management and planning software.
• Ability to plan multi-discipline projects from first principles.
• Significant site-based experience in a supervisory role.

Responsibilities

• Own tender planning activities and develop fully integrated tender programmes.
• Produce and update construction programmes and report progress to stakeholders.
• Manage programme change events and secure contractual entitlement.
• Monitor critical path, identify pinch-points and mitigate delays.
• Prepare earned value analysis and programme updates per contract requirements.
• Present progress at meetings with internal and external stakeholders.
• Develop integrated design, procurement, construction and commissioning programmes.

Skills

Collaboration

Time management

Communication

Detail orientation

Construction knowledge

Continuous improvement

Education

Degree in construction or engineering

Tools

Project management software

Job description

Location – Glasgow - Helensburgh

We are looking for a number of Senior Planners to support the Clyde commercial framework. The roles are based in our central Glasgow location, with travel to Helensburgh.

The Role

As Senior Planner, you will take ownership of planning and programme management activities from tender through delivery. You will play a critical role in developing robust, fully integrated programmes and ensuring effective control, communication and change management throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

Tender Stage

• Develop fully logic‑linked tender programmes aligned to methodology, design (where applicable) and tender sums
• Produce all agreed tender planning deliverables in line with bid requirements
• Engage with bid teams and supply chain partners to optimise programme and methodology solutions
• Support risk identification and ensure key programme risks are captured in the risk register
• Attend tender meetings and contribute to bid submissions

Construction / Delivery Stage

• Produce, maintain and update the construction programme and communicate progress to internal teams, clients and key stakeholders
• Manage programme change events, working collaboratively with the commercial team to secure full contractual entitlement
• Support project teams in monitoring critical path activities, identifying pinch‑points and mitigating potential delays
• Prepare programme reports, commentary and filtered outputs, including deviation from baseline
• Produce earned value analysis data in line with client and Morgan Sindall requirements
• Formally issue programme updates in accordance with contract requirements
• Attend and present at progress meetings with internal and external stakeholders

Programme & Process Management

• Develop and manage integrated design, procurement, construction and commissioning programmes
• Ensure planning processes and programme management plans are followed consistently
• Monitor supply chain package completeness and interface dependencies
• Input into risk management and support the production of method statements
• Develop or lead logistics and phasing plans (including management of outsourced planning support)
• Ensure alignment between programme, pricing methodology and construction strategy

Qualifications & Experience

• Educated to degree level (or equivalent) in a relevant construction or engineering discipline
• Extensive experience in project planning and programme management within construction or infrastructure
• Strong proficiency with project management and planning software
• Proven ability to plan complex, multi‑discipline projects from first principles
• Significant site experience in a management or supervisory role
• Demonstrable experience managing programme impacts arising from commercial events and change
• Experience working on bid and live construction projects
• Strong understanding of programme controls, performance measurement, cost and risk analysis

Skills & Attributes

• Collaborative team player with the ability to influence across disciplines
• Strong organisational and time management skills, managing multiple priorities effectively
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• High attention to detail with a focus on standards, compliance and quality
• Sound knowledge of construction practices, methodologies and standards
• Self‑motivated with the ability to drive continuous improvement

What's in it for you?

• Generous, incremental holiday entitlement with the option to buy five days
• Flexible and adaptable working
• Family friendly policies and work/life approach
• Mentoring programmes and continuous learning support
• Contributory pension scheme
• Annual bonus scheme
• Recognition scheme and long service awards
• Car scheme and Private Medical Insurance

We offer a share‑save scheme, discounts such as cycle‑to‑work and gym memberships, and support services for colleagues and their families.

At Morgan Sindall, we are an equal opportunities employer and Investors in People company, committed to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace. Morgan Sindall employs only those with the legal right to work in the UK. Proof of eligibility is required during the recruitment process. Morgan Sindall Infrastructure has a commitment to sourcing candidates directly and as such we do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. Please note that any CVs submitted will be deemed as gifted to Morgan Sindall and any agency terms & conditions associated with the use of such CVs will be null and void.