Planning Engineer

Are you a Site Engineer starting to question the long-term reality of staying on site?

If you’ve got a few years under your belt and enjoy construction, but not the long hours, constant site pressure, or limited flexibility, this is a genuine opportunity to pivot your career without losing the value of your experience to date.

We’re working with a growing civil engineering, infrastructure and energy business at the forefront of Scotland’s energy transition, offering a structured move into Project Planning—one of the most in-demand and future-proof disciplines in construction.

You’ll be trained and mentored by senior planners who have made the exact same move themselves, transitioning from site-based roles into planning. They understand the learning curve and will support you every step of the way.

Why consider this move?

• Move away from full-time site-based work into a hybrid or remote role
• Keep close to live projects without the day-to-day site pressures
• Build a long-term career in planning, project controls, and programme management
• Work on major infrastructure and energy projects shaping the future of Scotland
• Join a business with strong backing and significant growth plans

The role

You’ll play a key part in how projects are planned, sequenced, and delivered—working alongside experienced planners and project teams.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Developing and maintaining project programmes using planning software
• Tracking progress and reflecting real-time site activity in programmes
• Identifying risks, delays, and opportunities to improve delivery
• Collaborating with engineers, site teams, and project managers
• Supporting both live project planning and tender/bid submissions
• Producing clear programme updates and reports

What you’ll bring

• Background in civil engineering, infrastructure, or construction
• 3–5 years’ experience in a site-based role (Site Engineer or similar)
• Strong understanding of how projects are actually delivered on site
• Good communication skills and a proactive mindset
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office (planning software training provided)

What’s on offer

• A genuine, supported transition into planning—not just a title change
• Direct mentorship from planners who’ve made the same career move
• Flexible and remote working options, with occasional site or office visits
• Exposure to high-profile energy and infrastructure projects
• Clear progression into senior planning and project controls roles
• Long-term career stability in a growing, future-focused sector

If you enjoy construction but want more balance, more control over your time, and a clear long-term career path, this is a rare opportunity to make that shift.

Legal Information:
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For roles in the UK, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

We value diversity and promote equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all areas of society and can discuss any reasonable adjustments to support your application.