Senior Planner/Planning ManagerAberdeen

Company: Progressive
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Location: Scotland
Job Description:

Senior Planner & Planning Manager – Contract Roles (Energy Infrastructure)

We are supporting a major UK contractor on a long‑term energy infrastructure programme and are seeking both a Senior Planner and a Planning Manager to join an established project team in Aberdeen. These roles will support the delivery of multiple substation projects as part of a wider framework running through to 2031. The successful candidates will initially work under a lead Planning Manager, with an immediate requirement to get involved ahead of site mobilisation.

Project Scope

  • 132kV and 400kV substations
  • Installation of Supergrid Transformers
  • Long‑term pipeline of work within a secured framework

Key Requirements

  • Strong experience in substation projects (essential)
  • Understanding of GIS substations preferred
  • Good civils knowledge
  • Able to support early‑phase planning ahead of site mobilisation (works commencing October)
  • Comfortable working across pre‑construction and delivery phases

Location & Working Pattern

  • Based in Westhill (Aberdeen) – 3 days per week in office initially
  • Site visits required from October as works commence
  • ASAP start
  • Initial 12‑month contract with long‑term continuity
  • Accommodation not provided (can be factored into overall rate if required; local housing readily available)

Contract Details

  • Inside IR35 engagement

This is an excellent opportunity to join a high‑profile programme with long‑term continuity and a strong pipeline of secured work.

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Posted: May 24th, 2026