Turnaround Scheduler

Kelly Services, Inc. is seeking an experienced Turnaround Scheduler to join our team. As a key member of our operations team, you will be responsible for implementing the Global Turnaround Methodology (GTM) to deliver best-in-class performance in all phases of the turnaround.

• Develop, optimize, and manage turnaround schedules using Primavera
• Receive turnaround work orders and ensure administrative completeness
• Work with Operations, Maintenance, and Engineering teams to implement an integrated schedule
• Apply critical path analysis to compress turnaround schedules and minimize production impact
• Apply resource leveling to optimize manpower needs for the turnarounds
• Technical/Content Steward for the Site Turnaround Web Page, including schedule and resource updates
• Define and optimize resource requirements for turnarounds
• Provide updates to the GTM team, clients, and other stakeholders using various reporting tools
• Monitor and review GTM scheduling performance measures
• Validate all Construction Contractors resource-loaded schedules and retain for variance analyses
• Perform staffing density checks or staffing limitation checks to validate schedule durations
• Ability to multitask and work on multiple projects concurrently
• Must be able to interface with Engineering, General Mechanical, and I&E contractors
• Must be able to validate and report earned value physical progression based on the Rules of Credits
• Works with cost management to gain alignment when forecasting schedule completion dates
• Weekly reporting and interface with Project Design Teams, contractors, and project management
• Identifies critical resource and schedule issues and recommends corrective action
• Performs ongoing schedule analyses, critical path analyses, earned value analyses, risk analyses, and reporting
• Understands other scheduling software used by outside contractors
• Understands and knowledge of using change order process (PDN/FCO) in documenting and reporting changes
• Ability to recognize Quality Control of Engineering/Construction packages to identify activities

• Minimum High School diploma or GED required
• Proficiency in Primavera (P6)
• Prior Dow experience
• Requires thorough knowledge of scheduling best practices, principles, and techniques acquired during a minimum of 5 years progressive experience in the Planning/Scheduling discipline
• Strong computer skills
• Computer problem-solving skills, ability to identify and resolve problems with appropriate resources
• Must have excellent organizational skills and a strong attention to detail
• Requires excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and must be proficient in Excel
• The Turnaround Scheduler must have strong leadership skills as well as the ability to communicate across all levels

• Knowledge of SAP management systems
• Engineering scheduling experience is a strong plus
• Prior scheduling experience in a maintenance facility is a strong plus