Planner

  • Caval Limited
  • Dalry, Ayrshire
  • 14/04/2026
Full time Construction Skilled Trades & Labour Planner

Job Description

Job Title: Planner (New Build & Refurbishment)

Location: Dalry, Scotland

Salary: 70,000 to 80,000 + 4500 Car Allowance

Additional Packages:

  • Hybrid working between home and site (on-site 3 days per week)

Role Overview:
Planner responsible for overseeing a large-scale local authority project in Dalry. You will be responsible for managing programme development, progress monitoring and coordination across multiple departments to ensure successful project delivery.

Key Requirements:

  • Using software such as Asta Power Project
  • Knowledge of NEC contracts (Essential)
  • 5+ years experience as a Planner working for a Tier 1 Contractor

Responsibilities:

  • Create and maintain project schedules using relevant planning tools
  • Divide project scope into clear tasks, logical sequences, and key milestones
  • Collaborate with project teams (commercial, site, and subcontractors) to obtain accurate planning information
  • Track progress and revise programmes to reflect actual site performance
  • Identify potential delays, risks, and opportunities, and recommend appropriate mitigation actions
  • Generate short-term lookahead programmes (1-, 2-, and 4-week) for site operations
  • Compile and present progress reports for both internal teams and external stakeholders
  • Assist with cost and resource planning by aligning labour, plant, and materials with programme requirements
  • Review the critical path and communicate the impact of any changes or variations
  • Participate in project meetings, offering planning expertise to support decision-making
  • Ensure adherence to project governance, planning standards, and reporting protocols

Contacts to Apply:
Sam Hunter - Associate Director: (phone number removed)
Cameron Lally - Senior Resourcer: (phone number removed)