Senior Project Planner | Glasgow

Kirby Group Engineering; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering services contractor in Glasgow is seeking an experienced Senior Project Planner to lead the planning of complex high-voltage substation projects. The role requires a strong background in electrical engineering, extensive experience in project planning, and familiarity with management tools like Primavera P6. This position offers excellent remuneration and the opportunity to contribute to Scotland's energy transition.

Benefits

Excellent remuneration

Career development programmes

Training in industry-leading tools

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience as a planner in energy, utilities, or substation projects.
• Solid understanding of HV/MV construction methods.
• Proven ability to influence cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage integrated Level 1–4 programmes using project management tools.
• Identify critical path activities across construction phases.
• Lead programme reporting for stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Risk management

Team leadership

Analytical skills

Electrical engineering knowledge

Education

3rd level qualification in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Power BI

Job description

Senior Project Planner | Glasgow (HV / Substations)

Why Join Us?

• Join a trusted delivery partner on mission-critical grid projects.
• Be at the forefront of Scotland’s energy transition and renewables rollout.
• Excellent remuneration, career pathing, and training in industry-leading tools.
• Work alongside highly skilled engineers, PMs, and delivery specialists.
• To benefit from Kirby’s Career Development Programmes that will enhance your leadership capability.

About Kirby Group Engineering

Kirby Group Engineering is an international multi-disciplinary engineering services contractor and leading provider of high-value engineering services to a number of ‘blue chip’ companies. Operating across Ireland, the UK and Europe, Kirby has become the engineering service provider of choice in growth segments such as pharmaceuticals, data centres and power transmission and distribution. Our culture is innovative, collaborative and performance focused. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to grow and develop in a company committed to developing talent and rewarding performance.

Role Purpose

We’re expanding our planning team to support the delivery of complex, high voltage (HV) substation and transmission projects across Glasgow and beyond. We’re looking for an experienced Senior Project Planner who understands the sequencing, risks, and logistics of electrical infrastructure builds, particularly substations (110kV–400kV). You’ll work closely with Project Managers, Engineers, and Commercial teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and risk-aware. If you’re detail-oriented, technically minded, and thrive in fast-paced grid environments, we want to hear from you.

Key Functions of the Senior Project Planner

• Provide a high quality of service to the project manager
• Managing, mentoring and providing guidance to Planners / Juniors as required depending
• Review Contract documentation and highlight key schedule and tracking requirements
• Develop Construction schedule based on high level target schedule and WBS received from Project manager
• Support in client schedule negotiations
• Labour & Metrics load the schedule based on hours & quantities received from the Commercial Team
• Develop the required Trackers and Reporting templates
• Develop fully integrated construction schedule in conjunction with the Main Contractor and Project Manager
• Measure & track weekly progress and efficiency in consultation with the Site Team and validate this formally with the Commercial Team every 2 / 3 weeks
• Highlight potential risks and roadblocks to the project team and lead planner on an ongoing basis

Senior Project Planner Responsibilities

In conjunction with your project team, you will be responsible for the execution of various stages of a project as follows:

• Develop and manage integrated Level 1–4 programmes using Primavera P6 or MS Project
• Identify critical path activities and resource constraints across construction phases.
• Provide early warning indicators and recovery options for project slippage.
• Lead programme reporting for internal and external stakeholders.
• Support tender planning and bid submissions for new works.
• Drive collaboration across design, procurement, and delivery teams.

Necessary requirement of the Senior Project Planner

• 3rd level qualification in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or strong trades background coupled with technical ability will be considered.
• 5+ years’ experience as a planner in energy, utilities, or substation projects.
• Solid understanding of HV/MV construction methods and interface management.
• Mastery of Primavera P6 (mandatory); familiarity with Power BI a plus.
• Strong understanding of NEC, FIDIC contracts and earned value principles.
• Proven ability to influence cross-functional teams and decision-makers.
• Strong analytical and communication skills with a collaborative mindset.

For more information on this Senior Project Planner/ Planner position or other Senior Project Planner / Project Planner opportunities based in Ireland, the UK or Europe contact the Talent Acquisition Team in Kirby Group confidentially on [phone] or apply in confidence.