Strategic Planning Lead – Large-Scale Construction (Skye)

Randstad UK; Holytown; Hybrid; GBP 102,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation provided

On-site gym

Meal allowance

Job summary

Randstad CPE is recruiting a Strategic Planning Manager for a major Isle of Skye project. The role involves leading a planning team, monitoring schedules, and ensuring alignment with the contract programme. Remote site working with 3–4 days on-site weekly.

Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in large-scale construction planning, proficiency with Excel, MS Project, Primavera P6 or ASTA, and strong risk and cost management skills.

Qualifications

• Experience planning and managing large-scale, complex construction projects.
• Strong track record in leading planning teams and delivering projects on time.

Responsibilities

• Oversee strategic planning and scheduling across multiple projects.
• Lead development and agreement of sequences and methodologies during tender processes.
• Guide contract stage planning and manage Contract Programme delivery.
• Evaluate critical path and manage change control process.
• Manage labour, equipment and materials to meet objectives while minimising costs.

Skills

Strategic planning

Project leadership

Cost control

Mentoring

Scheduling

Tools

Excel

MS Project

Primavera P6

ASTA

Job description

Randstad CPE is recruiting a Strategic Planning Manager for a major Isle of Skye project. The role involves leading a planning team, monitoring schedules, and ensuring alignment with the contract programme. Remote site working with 3–4 days on-site weekly.

Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in large-scale construction planning, proficiency with Excel, MS Project, Primavera P6 or ASTA, and strong risk and cost management skills.