Senior Planner

Morson Group; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Morson Group in Glasgow is seeking an experienced Senior Planner to join our construction team. You will develop, maintain and manage detailed, logic-driven project programmes using Asta Powerproject, and ensure schedules align with contract requirements and client expectations.

You will collaborate with project managers, site teams and stakeholders, monitor progress, identify risks and opportunities, implement mitigations and provide hands-on planning support through regular site visits.

Qualifications

• Proven track record delivering construction project programmes.
• Ability to develop detailed, logic-driven project schedules.
• Experience using Asta Powerproject for planning.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain and manage detailed project programmes.
• Ensure project schedules are realistic and aligned with contract requirements.
• Monitor progress, identify risks and opportunities, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Provide hands-on planning support with regular site visits.
• Mentor junior planners to foster a high-performing team.

Skills

Construction planning

Asta Powerproject

Detailed schedules

Risk mitigation

Mentoring

Stakeholder management

Interpreting drawings

Analytical skills

Multitasking

Health & safety awareness

Education

Planning qualification

Tools

Asta Powerproject

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Planner to join a team working on construction projects based in Glasgow. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and managing detailed project programmes using Asta Powerproject, which is a mandatory requirement for this role. You will play a key role in ensuring that project schedules are realistic, achievable, and aligned with contract requirements and client expectations. The role involves close collaboration with project managers, site teams, and stakeholders to monitor progress, identify risks and opportunities, and implement mitigation strategies to keep projects on track. Regular site visits and hands-on planning support will be required to maintain accurate and up-to-date programme information. The Senior Planner will also mentor junior planners, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and skilled planner to contribute to the successful delivery of construction projects in the Glasgow / Central Belt area

Skills:

• Extensive experience in construction project planning
• Proficiency in Asta Powerproject (mandatory)
• Ability to develop and maintain detailed, logic-driven project schedules
• Strong risk identification and mitigation skills
• Experience mentoring and leading junior planners
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and project documentation
• Analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Knowledge of health and safety standards relevant to construction planning

Software/Tools:

• Asta Powerproject (essential)
• Microsoft Project (desirable)
• Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Certifications & Standards:

• Relevant planning or project management qualifications (desirable)
• Awareness of health and safety standards related to construction planning