Planning Engineer Transmission & Distribution

Grays - UK

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 19 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

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Planning Engineer Job Profile (Master).docx

Planning Engineer Power Transmission & Distribution

Contract Type: Permanent Location: UK-Wide (Smart Working Available) Division: Power Transmission & Distribution

Shape the Future of Energy One Project at a Time

Are you ready to take your planning career to the next level Join Balfour Beattys Power Transmission & Distribution (T&D) business as a Planning Engineer and be part of a team delivering the infrastructure that powers millions while helping to drive the UKs transition to Net Zero.

From the outset youll play a pivotal role in complex infrastructure projects using cutting-edge tools and forward-thinking methodologies to shape critical national energy solutions. Whether supporting offshore wind connections substation builds or underground cabling programmes this is planning with impact.

What Youll Be Doing

As a Planning Engineer youll be central to project success from tender through to delivery. Your responsibilities will include:

Planning & Scheduling Develop and maintain fully resourced logically linked programmes across all project stages.

Strategic Tender Planning Create and present compelling tender programmes and planning strategies that influence bid outcomes.

Delivery Oversight Support the management and performance of contract programmes ensuring alignment with commercial and operational objectives.

Critical Path & Change Management Identify project risks analyse impacts and implement mitigation measures with precision and confidence.

Reporting & Insights Provide regular planning updates progress reports KPIs and strategic insights to project leadership.

Mentorship & Team Contribution Share knowledge support junior planners and foster a collaborative team environment.

Interface & Collaboration Work closely with Project Managers Engineers Commercial teams and Clients to maintain alignment and drive outcomes.

What Were Looking For

Were after experienced planning professionals who bring structure clarity and vision. Youll need:

A Degree in Engineering Construction Management or similar.

Proven experience in a planning role on major infrastructure or energy projects.

Proficiency in planning software such as Primavera P6 or Asta Powerproject alongside Excel and reporting tools.

Knowledge of NEC3/NEC4 contracts earned value analysis QSRA and TRA methodologies.

An analytical mindset with a sharp eye for programme risk and opportunity.

Strong communication skills to engage confidently with stakeholders at all levels.

The ability to work independently and collaboratively in a hybrid fast-paced delivery environment.

What We Offer

We dont just build infrastructure we build careers. Join us and enjoy:

Competitive Salary and bonus opportunities

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Company car or car allowance

Up to 7% employer pension contribution

Professional fees paid and clear pathways to chartership

Smart working with up to 40% remote flexibility

Life assurance EAP and family-friendly policies

Opportunities to volunteer and make a real difference

Training & development with access to industry-leading tools and qualifications

Why Balfour Beatty

Balfour Beatty is a global leader in infrastructure delivery known for solving complex challenges through innovation collaboration and technical our Power T&D business were proud to be shaping a more sustainable connected and secure energy future.

We work across the entire energy grid from overhead lines and substations to underground cabling and renewables supporting the delivery of some of the UKs most ambitious energy programmes.

Diversity & Inclusion

Were committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels included respected and empowered to thrive. We actively encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and were proud to be recognised for our work in equality and inclusion.

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If youre passionate about planning thrive on complex challenges and want to make a tangible difference to the future of energy wed love to hear from you.

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