Senior Project Planner

ZipRecruiter; Inverness; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Senior Project Planner based at the Port of Nigg, Scotland. The successful candidate will have extensive experience in construction claims, oversee the development of claims strategies, and ensure alignment with project objectives. This is an on-site project contract role requiring strong analytical and negotiation skills within a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of experience in construction claims and dispute resolution.
• Solid understanding of NEC contracts and familiarity with FIDIC or JCT.
• Membership in a professional body (e.g., RICS, AACE).

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze construction schedules and project records to identify claims.
• Prepare and support development of Extension of Time claims.
• Assist in negotiation and settlement of claims with contractors.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving attitude

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Construction Law, or Engineering

Master’s or legal qualification

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

Job Description

Role: Senior Project Planner

Location: Port of Nigg, Scotland

Contract type: Project contract on site.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review and analyse construction schedules, project records, and contracts to identify potential and actual claims.
• Prepare and support the development of Extension of Time (EoT) and delay/disruption claims in line with contractual provisions.
• Coordinate with project controls, legal, and commercial teams to develop robust claim strategies.
• Provide independent assessments of entitlement, liability.
• Maintain detailed records and documentation to support claims or defenses.
• Assist in the negotiation and settlement of claims with contractors and clients.
• Support dispute resolution processes such as mediation, adjudication, or arbitration when required.
• Ensure claims are aligned with project objectives, timelines, and budgets.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Construction Law, Engineering, or related field. Master’s or legal qualification is an advantage.
• Minimum of 7–10 years of experience in construction claims and dispute resolution, ideally within major infrastructure programmes.
• Solid understanding of standard construction contracts (e.g., Mainly NEC, but FIDIC or JCT is useful).
• Expertise in forensic delay analysis, planning tools (Primavera P6, MS Project), and quantum analysis.
• Strong analytical, report writing, and negotiation skills.
• Familiarity with relevant legal principles in construction claims and delay analysis methodologies (e.g., Time Impact Analysis, Windows Analysis).

Skills:

• Membership of a professional body (e.g., RICS, AACE, CIArb, ICE).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• High attention to detail and a proactive problem-solving attitude.