2026 - Planning Apprenticeship (Scotland)

2026 - Planning Apprenticeship 

We're looking for bright and motivated school leavers who will bring energy, new ideas and a fresh perspective to help us become the recognised leader and transform the construction and engineering industry.     

 

Role Overview   

As a trainee planner, you will work with a project planner to provide construction planning support. This role will have a high degree of learning as you hone your planning and interpersonal skills.  

 

Key Deliverables and Accountabilities  

• Initially produce detailed project programmes with assistance from the Project Planner and members of the project team  

• Become competent in producing programes unaided across all elements of a project including design, procurement, construction and commissioning phases. 

• Develop an understanding of construction delivery techniques and methodologies. 

• Liaise with the project teams to capture / collate weekly project progress, marking up charts and drawings as necessary with as built information to support the communication of project progress within the project team. 

• Communicate with internal departments to give and receive information. 

• Collate production output m/wk or m/man per technique . 

• Become conversant in the use of Planning Project Management software packages, such as Primavera P6, Asta Powerproject and Synchro. 

• Assist in the development of the project specific planning and production control systems. 

• Assist in the production of detailed schedules itemising key logistical constraints. 

• Assist in the development of design information release and material delivery schedules to site. 

• Assist in producing project progress reports.  

  

Location    

Monkland Replacement Project Lanarkshire   

 

Apprenticeship Level  

BSc (Hons) Construction and the Built Environment | Heriot-Watt University 

 

Apprenticeship Provider     

Laing O'Rourke collaborate with trusted and approved training providers for our apprenticeship delivery. Successful candidates will be required to make an application to our preferred provider for the apprenticeship route you have chosen.    

 

Entry requirements   

• SQA Highers at ABBB or equivalent;  

• A-Levels at ABC or BBB;  

• Scottish Baccalaureate Pass;  

• Int. Baccalaureate 29 points.  

• Foundation Apprenticeship in Civil Engineering in conjunction with SQA Highers at AAB.  

• A combination of qualifications totalling 96 SCQF credits at level 6, or Minimum 126 UCAS points 

• You must be eligible to work in the UK.  This role is not eligible for sponsorship 

 

Our Application Process   

We are committed to providing a clear and supportive recruitment journey. Here is what you can expect when applying for one of our apprentice opportunities:   

• CV Submission   
  Submit your CV for review. We will assess your application against the entry criteria for the role you are applying for.   

• Online Assessment   
  You will complete a series of assessments designed to understand how you approach workplace situations, your preferred ways of working, as well as exercises to evaluate your critical thinking and numerical reasoning skills.   

• Video Interview   
  At this stage, you will be invited to record responses to two questions set by our hiring team. You will have sufficient time to prepare and ensure you present yourself confidently.   

• Assessment Centre   
  Our in-person assessment centres, held at a LOR office, provide an opportunity for you to demonstrate your skills through a combination of individual tasks, short interviews, and group activities. This is also a chance to experience our culture first-hand.   

• Outcome   
  We aim to provide feedback and communicate the outcome of your assessment centre within two weeks.   

  

Application Deadline   

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and we may close a role once enough candidates have applied. We encourage all applicants to apply as early as possible, so you don't miss the opportunity to be considered.   

  

Accessibility and Support    

We are committed to ensuring that our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all candidates. If you require any adjustments or support to your application, or at any stage of the process, please do not hesitate to contact us.    

**The Professional Apprenticeship Programme will commence in September 2026**