Senior Planner

Role: Project Planner Location: Aberdeenshire, Scotland, United Kingdom Salary: Competitive with benefits Turner Lovell are recruiting for an established M&E contractor, operating across Europe on various HV energy infrastructure & data centre projects, on both the design and construction phases. Our client is growing their Planning team to support high-voltage (HV) substation and transmission projects in Aberdeenshire and surrounding areas. We're looking for a skilled Senior Project Planner with experience in managing complex electrical infrastructure builds. This role involves close collaboration with project teams to ensure timely, efficient, and risk-aware delivery. Key Responsibilities Lead the development and management of detailed project schedules using Primavera P6 or MS Project. Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and commercial teams to align planning with project goals. Track progress, identify risks, and propose recovery strategies to keep projects on track. Support tender planning and contribute to bid submissions. Guide and mentor junior planners as needed. Create and maintain reporting tools and trackers for performance and progress. Facilitate collaboration across design, procurement, and construction teams. Ensure compliance with contract requirements and earned value principles. Requirements Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or a related field. Strong technical background also considered. Minimum 5 years’ planning experience in energy, utilities, or HV/MV infrastructure projects. Proficient in Primavera P6 (essential); Power BI knowledge is a plus. Solid understanding of HV/MV construction processes and interface management. Familiarity with NEC and FIDIC contracts. Strong analytical, communication, and team collaboration skills. This is a brilliant opportunity for you to work with a vibrant, agile and multi-functional team in delivering projects on time, safely, to budget and to the required quality standards. If this sounds like it could be your next challenge - please apply or contact Yana Arif at yana.ari@turnerlovell.com / 0207 448 1100 for further information.

Location: Aberdeenshire, Scotland, GB

Posted Date: 9/8/2025