Senior Planner

Senior Planner - Aberdeen (SSEN Framework)

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Location: Aberdeen (Hybrid Working)
Sector: Transmission & Distribution (T&D)
Role: Senior Planner
Client Framework: SSEN
Employment Type: Contract (as applicable)

Overview

We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Planner to join a major project portfolio within the SSEN framework based in Aberdeen. This is a key planning position with responsibility for programme delivery, stakeholder engagement, and providing leadership to a small planning team.

Key Responsibilities Develop, maintain and manage detailed project programmes from inception through to completion.
Provide planning support across multiple projects within the SSEN portfolio.
Lead all aspects of change control , ensuring programme impacts are identified, assessed and communicated effectively.
Work closely with project managers, commercial teams and site teams to ensure accurate programme reporting.
Produce critical path analysis, progress updates and recovery programmes where required.
Chair and contribute to planning and progress meetings with internal and external stakeholders.
Oversee and mentor two planners , providing guidance, support and quality assurance of project schedules.
Prepare and present programme reports to senior project stakeholders and clients.
Support risk identification and programme mitigation activities.
Essential Requirements Proven experience working as a Senior Planner within the UK infrastructure, utilities, energy, or T&D sectors.
Strong working knowledge and practical application of NEC contracts (essential).
Demonstrable experience managing change control processes and programme impact assessments.
Experience leading or mentoring planning teams.
Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6 .
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a project environment.
Desirable Previous experience working on SSEN , National Grid, or other major utility frameworks.
Experience within transmission, substations, overhead lines, or power infrastructure projects.
Relevant project controls or planning qualifications.
Key Information Location: Aberdeen
Working Pattern: Hybrid
Framework: SSEN
Team Responsibility: Oversight of x2 Planners
Core Skills: NEC Contracts, Change Control, Primavera P6, Programme Management
Candidate Profile

This opportunity would suit a highly capable Senior Planner who is comfortable operating in a client-facing environment, driving programme performance, and leading planning activities across complex infrastructure projects while mentoring junior planning resources.

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