Global Power Services are looking to grow their team in Inverness and with this in mind have an exciting opportunity for a Civils Planning Engineer to develop and maintain project programmes, track progress against baseline, and support Project Managers in the successful delivery of multi-discipline construction projects from tender through to completion.
Responsibilities:
- Convert tender programmes into detailed delivery programmes with Project Managers.
- Develop, manage and update project programmes using WBS and Primavera P6.
- Update live project programmes monthly, including site-based reviews where required.
- Provide programme updates and reports for internal governance and client issue.
- Support recovery planning and development of action plans to mitigate delays.
- Assist with tender-stage planning, methodologies and resourced programmes.
- Ensure programmes reflect construction sequence, procurement, testing and commissioning.
- Support accurate progress reporting and certification requirements.
- Visit sites to assess constraints and inform planning and method statements.
- Promote continuous improvement in planning, reporting and construction techniques.
- Work closely with the Planning Team and Project Managers to provide a high-quality planning service.
What We’re Looking For:
Knowledge & Experience
- Experience in civils planning engineer role is desirable but we would also consider an experienced site agent looking to move on.
- Experience of design, construction and commissioning projects.
- Strong Primavera P6 experience (preferred).
- Previous site-based experience.
- Experience on capital works, ideally within HV cabling and substations.
- Experience working for a main contractor or contractor interface.
Skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong IT skills including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook.
- Detail-focused with strong analytical and reporting capability.
- Collaborative team player who can challenge progress where required.
- Strong understanding of project, safety and commercial impacts on programmes.
Qualifications
Qualification in Project Management, Planning or Construction Management - advantageous
Valid CSCS card.
*** please note it is essential for this role to have civils experience - candidates without this will not be considered ***
Why Apply:
Join a technically strong and forward-thinking delivery team where planning plays a critical role in project success. You’ll work on complex infrastructure projects, have real influence on delivery outcomes, and benefit from ongoing development in a business that values innovation and continuous improvement.
Where people and ambition thrive
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