Turnaround P6 Scheduler

Objective:

Deliver detailed job plans, cost estimates, schedules and critical path controls for the execution of turnaround activities. Provide planning and scheduling work direction to other craft planners.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop detailed job plans with safety as the number one priorityDevelop, analyze and optimize both unit and overall schedules using P6Manage the planning and scheduling effort from work list development to post project review (includes work lists, Risk Based Work Selection, budgets, schedule duration, critical path management, monitoring milestone compliance, creating progress reports and incorporation of best practices and lessons learned)Validate resource requirements for the total event, by unit / contractorEnsure accuracy and integrity of resource leveling and resource histogramsIdentify and monitor all critical and sub-critical paths for the total eventMeasure and analyze progress performance and forecasts, and identify productivity issues and resolutionsValidate turnaround / event duration based on schedule analysis, potential risks, and anticipated contingency for weather and other eventsGenerate event-level reports and assist with detail reporting (status, look-ahead, forecast)Coordinate outside shop fabricationValidate purchase order changes, field change orders, delays and standby chargesIdentify and order necessary material for each worklist itemDevelop bid specifications, assist procurement with bid analysis, and validate requisitions for purchase orders. Develop estimates including business plan, class-V and control. Provide timely information to cost team and steward cost appropriately. Maintain upgrades and modifications to support turnaround organization databases.Position Requirements:

Knowledge and use of Refinery safe operation procedures.Proficient in turnaround planning / scheduling and estimating principles and techniques.Proficient computer skills, including Primavera P6, SAP, Outlook, MS Excel, MS Word, MS Access, MS Project Manager, MS PowerPoint, and Visio.Knowledge and use of procurement, accounting, contracting and QA/QC Procedures.Knowledgeable in basic process unit processes and process equipment (pumps, vessels, heaters, exchangers, etc.)Meeting facilitation abilitiesKey Performance Dimensions

Ability to mentor and train other planners and schedulers in the use of good planning and scheduling practicesExperience in and understanding of metals crafts (piping, exchangers, vessels, scaffolding)Demonstrates strength in communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to manage projects in a timely manner / organizational skillsContinues to progress competence and in database programing and other programs need for T/A planningComplete work and projects in self-directed work environment with minimal supervisionAbility to analyze projects in order to find the most efficient path through a plan/project.Excellent Problem solving abilities.

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.

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