Senior Planning Engineer
CV-LibraryElgin, MoraycontractPosted: 2 March 2026
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An experienced Senior Planner based in Elgin, Scotland, responsible for ensuring programme content is fully compliant with planning procedures, contract requirements, and project guidance.
Key Responsibilities:
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Develop, manage, and maintain comprehensive Tender and Contract Programmes in line with project requirements.
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Identify planning scope, key constraints, major quantities, and factors influencing programme delivery.
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Lead the preparation of planning deliverables including programmes, planning philosophy documents, presentations, and reports.
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Establish and monitor the project critical path, advise on corrective actions, manage baselines, and administer change control processes.
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Oversee resource management (labour, plant, materials) to optimise cost efficiency and programme performance.
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Manage subcontractor and supplier contracts, monitor performance, and resolve contractual issues.
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Produce and analyse project data and KPIs to support informed, data-driven decision-making.
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Provide strategic planning oversight and mentor junior planners, fostering collaboration and continuous improvement.
Skills & Expertise:
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Strong analytical, problem-solving, leadership, negotiation, and communication skills.
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Advanced proficiency in planning software including Primavera P6, MS Project, ASTA, and Excel.
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Extensive knowledge of construction project management principles, tender and contract documentation, and risk management processes (TRA, QSRA).
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Proven experience delivering complex construction programmes and leading planning functions across diverse projects.
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Demonstrated ability to manage stakeholder relationships effectively, including clients and subcontractors
An experienced Senior Planner based in Elgin, Scotland, responsible for ensuring programme content is fully compliant with planning procedures, contract requirements, and project guidance.
Key Responsibilities:
*
Develop, manage, and maintain comprehensive Tender and Contract Programmes in line with project requirements.
*
Identify planning scope, key constraints, major quantities, and factors influencing programme delivery.
*
Lead the preparation of planning deliverables including programmes, planning philosophy documents, presentations, and reports.
*
Establish and monitor the project critical path, advise on corrective actions, manage baselines, and administer change control processes.
*
Oversee resource management (labour, plant, materials) to optimise cost efficiency and programme performance.
*
Manage subcontractor and supplier contracts, monitor performance, and resolve contractual issues.
*
Produce and analyse project data and KPIs to support informed, data-driven decision-making.
*
Provide strategic planning oversight and mentor junior planners, fostering collaboration and continuous improvement.
Skills & Expertise:
*
Strong analytical, problem-solving, leadership, negotiation, and communication skills.
*
Advanced proficiency in planning software including Primavera P6, MS Project, ASTA, and Excel.
*
Extensive knowledge of construction project management principles, tender and contract documentation, and risk management processes (TRA, QSRA).
*
Proven experience delivering complex construction programmes and leading planning functions across diverse projects.
*
Demonstrated ability to manage stakeholder relationships effectively, including clients and subcontractors