Planner / Programmer – Civil Engineering

Location: Glasgow/ West Scotland
Type: Permanent - or temp to perm hire 

Overview
James Gray Recruitment is exclusively partnered with a well-established civil engineering contractor delivering a long-term programme of works within the onshore wind sector in the South West of Scotland.

This is a permanent opportunity for a Planner / Programmer to join a growing team, supporting the commercial function across a secured pipeline of work expected to run for up to 4 years. The role offers excellent exposure, autonomy, and the opportunity to play a key part in delivering major infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, manage, and maintain project programmes across multiple civil engineering schemes
• Work closely with the commercial team to support project delivery and performance
• Produce and update programmes using ASTA (preferred) or Primavera P6
• Identify programme risks, delays, and changes, providing clear analysis and mitigation strategies
• Assess the impact of variations and delays on project timelines
• Collate, analyse, and integrate project data into master programmes
• Support tender and bid submissions where required
• Liaise with internal stakeholders including Bid Managers, Quantity Surveyors, and Project Managers

Requirements

• Previous experience in a planning/programming role within civil engineering or infrastructure
• Proficiency in ASTA Powerproject (preferred) or Primavera P6
• Strong understanding of programme management, sequencing, and critical path analysis
• Ability to interpret changes in programme and assess impact on delivery
• Strong data handling and organisational skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ambition to progress within a growing business

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary
• Generous bonus scheme (paid twice annually)
• Company car / car allowance
• Strong pipeline of secured work (circa 4 years)
• Clear progression routes and structured development programmes
• Excellent health, wellbeing, and additional company benefits
• Opportunity to take on real responsibility and autonomy within a supportive team

For more details please reach out to Carla Heron at James Gray for a private and confidential conversation.