Senior Project Planner | Power and Renewables | Inverurie
Permanent position available with a considerable portfolio of works for the next 5+ years
To build your career by assisting in the delivery of 'leading edge' engineering projects.
To work with a vibrant, agile and multi-functional team in delivering projects on time, safely, to budget and to the required quality standards.
To benefit from Kirby's Career Development Programmes that will enhance your leadership capability.
To work with the best.
Excellent package on offer with room for negotiations
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 Engineering confidentially on or apply in confidence.