Regional Lead Planner

MWH Treatment is seeking to strengthen our planning team with a permanent Regional Lead Planner. Based in our Scottish Water office, this role combines project planning responsibilities with managing the local planning team. The Lead Planner will oversee one or more project plans, ensuring the project team delivers on schedule while addressing delays or deviations. You will also support the MWH planning function by implementing industry-leading planning processes and procedures.

As the team manager, you will mentor and guide junior planners, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment. This position reports functionally to the Head of Planning and manages day-to-day activities in alignment with the Scottish Water PMO office.

Key Responsibilities

1. Develop and maintain detailed project plans across the full project lifecycle.
2. Ensure project plans capture scope, resource requirements, and dependencies.
3. Identify risks and opportunities, monitor the critical path, and advise the delivery team on potential changes.
4. Uphold planning standards and ensure compliance with MWH Treatment procedures, including:

• Implementation of project and activity codes
• Baseline management
• Production of programme narratives for client submission
• Periodic schedule quality and integrity checks

Required Skills & Experience

• Extensive experience in planning within the water industry.
• Proven track record in managing a medium-sized planning team.
• Extensive hands-on experience with Primavera P6.
• Strong leadership in collaborative planning processes, including:
• Schedule development from inception to completion
• Claims programme development and contractual programme adjustments
• Communicating complex information effectively to diverse audiences
• Ability to perform under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• A proactive and innovative approach to problem-solving and team support.

Desirable Qualifications

• A technical degree in a relevant field (preferred but not mandatory).