Senior Planner - Glasgow

Altrad Services A/S; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Altrad seeks an experienced Senior Planner to join the Glasgow team. You will develop and maintain integrated project schedules for major nuclear defence infrastructure programmes, coordinating with delivery, engineering and commercial teams to ensure regulated projects stay on track.

The role requires strong analytical, communication and stakeholder engagement skills, proficiency in Primavera P6 and/or MS Project, and eligibility for SC clearance.

Qualifications

• Experience in planning roles within construction, infrastructure, defence, nuclear or other regulated sectors.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6 and/or Microsoft Project.
• Understanding of project controls, scheduling and risk management principles.
• Strong analytical, communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Security Clearance (SC) eligibility and British National status.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain integrated project schedules and delivery programmes.
• Monitor progress, milestones, critical paths and performance.
• Support forecasting, reporting and project controls activities.
• Identify risks, delays and opportunities with mitigation plans.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for schedule alignment.
• Assist with change management, progress updates and stakeholder reporting.
• Promote planning best practice and continuous improvement.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Risk management

Education

Project controls qualifications

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Job description

About The Role

Altrad are currently looking for an experienced Senior Planner to join the team in Glasgow.

The nuclear defence sector in the UK is vital for maintaining national security and strategic stability. It offers dynamic and challenging career opportunities for individuals committed to contributing to the country's defence and security. The sector seeks talented professionals dedicated to upholding the highest standards of safety, security, and operational excellence.

We are seeking a Senior Planner to support major nuclear defence infrastructure programmes in the Glasgow area. These roles will involve working closely with project delivery, engineering, and commercial teams to develop, manage, and monitor integrated project schedules across complex and highly regulated projects.

Working pattern

hybrid (site based & home)

Key Deliverables

• Develop and maintain integrated project schedules and delivery programmes.
• Monitor project progress, milestones, critical path activities, and performance.
• Support forecasting, reporting, and project controls activities.
• Identify programme risks, delays, and opportunities, supporting mitigation and recovery plans.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure accurate planning and schedule alignment.
• Assist with change management, progress updates, and stakeholder reporting.
• Promote planning best practice and continuous improvement across projects.

Key Requirements / Qualifications

• Experience within a Planning role in construction, infrastructure, engineering, defence, nuclear, or other regulated sectors.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6 and/or Microsoft Project.
• Good understanding of project controls, scheduling, and risk management principles.
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Relevant project controls or planning qualifications desirable.
• Eligibility for and ability to obtain Security Clearance (SC).
• British National status (essential for defence projects).

About Us

At Altrad, our people create endless opportunities.

We are the leading provider of support services transforming our nations critical infrastructure to operate safely and sustainably.

With over 16,000 talented people across our region, we provide the full spectrum of critical services including consulting, design, engineering, construction, asset life optimisation through to decommissioning, for industries both onshore and offshore.

Why Join Us

• Work on high-impact projects within a leading organisation.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment with a focus on innovation and excellence.

As an employer, we are committed to promoting and protecting the physical and mental health and wellbeing of all our people.

Inclusivity Statement

We are committed to making our recruitment process accessible and inclusive. If you require any adjustments at any stage – including interviews or assessments, please let us know. We’re happy to discuss what would help you take part fully.