Assistant Planner (Morgan Sindall)
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Job Description & Specifications
Official role breakdown, eligibility standards, and core responsibilities
Role Overview
Position: Assistant Planner
Employer: Morgan Sindall Group (Morgan Sindall Infrastructure)
Reference ID: REQN0001049
Work Arrangement: ONSITE
Posted Date: 12/06/2026
Infrastructure Practice Scope
Morgan Sindall Infrastructure delivers high-quality complex civil engineering and infrastructure projects across the UK. With frameworks and major schemes spanning nuclear decommissioning at Sellafield, National Grid energy transmission networks, major highways enhancements for National Highways, and high-speed rail programmes, Morgan Sindall provides an environment of innovation, engineering excellence, and long-term career development.
Detailed Scope & Responsibilities
Assistant Planner
Glasgow
Provide planning support to both the pre-contract and delivery teams in accordance with Company policy, procedures and quality standards.
About the role
Tender Stage:
Assist the planner / senior planner with production of the tender programme
Assist the planner / senior planner with production of the tender deliverables as required
Construction / Delivery Stage:
Capture and input ‘actual data’ to the current programme of site works, as directed by senior planner / planner / project manager
Assist with production of the monthly and period updated programme, progress reports and revised forecasts and its communication to the site team, client and all major stakeholders
Provide planning support to assist the project in order to enable the team to monitor pinch-points on the critical path and test logic where previously agreed to either improve upon the baseline programme or to mitigate potential delays
Assist in the production of reports and programme commentary
Produce reports and / or extract filters as required by the project team, including indication of deviation from the baseline programme
Attend progress meetings with internal customers
Ensure planning processes are followed on all projects
Assist with the production of tender deliverables as required (agreed at initial tender kick off meeting)
Assist and support operations staff in the production of tender method statements and ensure that tender programme reflects agreed methods
Attend all tender meetings as required and assist in the preparation of bid submission documents
Qualifications, skills and experience.
Educated to professional level with a relevant degree or equivalent in a core business discipline
Business and commercial awareness to actively measure and monitor performance with the ability to present results in a logical manner to support continuous improvement
Some site experience on business related projects in a management or supervisory capacity
Numerical and analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and information and produce it in a clear and logical format
Some supervision skills
Ability to manage a given list of tasks
Ability to work well either alone or as part of a team
Some knowledge of construction practices and standards within their subject
Good writing, analytical and problem solving skills
Ability to follow oral and written instructions
Ability to handle situations and problems
Know when to ask for help and guidance
Key Qualifications & Candidate Profile
- Relevant technical qualifications in Construction Management, Commercial Surveying, or relevant technical trade.
- Proven track record operating on UK construction sites or major infrastructure frameworks.
- Knowledge of UK health, safety, and environmental standards (CDM regulations, CSCS, IOSH/NEBOSH).
- Strong communication, team coordination, and problem-solving abilities.
Compensation & Benefits Guidance
Estimated Remuneration: GBP £35,000 - £48,000 per annum (competitive market rate commensurate with experience)
- Comprehensive Morgan Sindall benefits package including matched pension scheme, life assurance, company vehicle or car allowance (for applicable operational roles), generous annual leave, and employee assistance programs.
Official Application Route
Direct Employer ATS Link: Apply directly via the official Morgan Sindall Recruitment Portal: [Assistant Planner on Morgan Sindall ATS](https://ce0970li.webitrent.com/ce0970li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?VACANCY_ID%3d454980CCGm%26WVID%3d088970AYAH)
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