Senior Planner
Glasgow | Tier 1 Contractor | PermanentYour New Company
A market‑leading Tier 1 contractor with a long‑standing presence across Scotland, this organisation is recognised for delivering major flagship projects across commercial, education, healthcare and public‑sector frameworks. With a strong pipeline of upcoming work, they are now looking to appoint a Senior Planner to join their Glasgow pre‑construction team.You'll be joining a forward‑thinking business that champions collaboration, innovation and professional development.
Your New Role
As Senior Planner, you will play a key role in supporting the pre‑construction and bid function, contributing to the successful conversion of major building projects.Working closely with estimating, design, project leadership and the wider bid team, you will:
Develop high‑quality, competitive tender programmes
Produce clear methodologies, phasing strategies and logistics planning
Identify programme risks, constraints and opportunities at pre‑construction stage
Support bid submissions and attend tender presentations
Ensure planning outputs align with internal governance and client requirements
Use industry‑standard planning software to generate accurate, well‑structured programmesThis is a strategic role that will place you at the forefront of early‑stage project development within a high‑performing team.
What You'll Need to Succeed
You will bring:
Proven experience as a Planner or Senior Planner within a main contractor environment
Strong pre‑construction and tender planning experience across building projects
Sound technical understanding of construction methodology and sequencing
Proficiency in Primavera P6, Asta Powerproject or similar software
Strong communication skills and confidence presenting planning outputs
The ability to analyse complex information and produce accurate programmes to tight deadlines
What's in It for You
In return, you will receive:
A competitive salary and industry‑leading benefits package
Hybrid working options and flexibility where appropriate
Opportunities for progression within a well‑structured planning function
Ongoing professional development and training support
Exposure to high‑profile and complex projects across Scotland
The chance to make a real impact in a business that values planning as a key driver of project success
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