Senior Planner/Planning ManagerAberdeen

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 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 frameworkKey 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 phasesLocation & Working Pattern:

Based in Westhill (Aberdeen) - 3 days per week in office initially
Site visits required from October as works commenceContract Details:

ASAP start
Initial 12-month contract with long-term continuity
Inside IR35 engagement
Accommodation not provided (can be factored into overall rate if required; local housing readily available)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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