What are the responsibilities and job description for the Turnaround Scheduler position at Kelly?
Kelly is seeking a Turnaround Scheduler to join with our prestigious in Deer Park, TX 77536.
Title: Turnaround Scheduler
This role is a contract role: 12 months
Onsite work at Deer Park, TX 77536.
Position Summary
The Turnaround Scheduler is a vital member of our project controls team, responsible for owning and managing all aspects of turnaround scheduling—from initial development through execution and reporting. This position requires a high level of technical and operational expertise developed through both formal training and substantial hands-on experience. Acting as a scheduling leader and informal resource, you will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, communicate effectively with stakeholders, and drive on-time delivery of all scheduling commitments.
Key Responsibilities
- Own the entire turnaround scheduling process, from creation and development to ongoing maintenance and final reporting.
- Independently manage scheduling for annual outages, resolving issues at every stage of the turnaround lifecycle.
- Ensure timely delivery of all scheduling milestones by working closely with project management, operations, engineering, and other partners.
- Represent schedule management with key stakeholders, providing expert guidance and clear communication on project status.
- Integrate project schedules with turnaround master schedules to establish accurate baselines and ensure alignment with overall objectives.
- Develop and maintain work breakdown structures in accordance with work process norms and execution strategies.
- Rigorously follow scheduling best practices and organizational procedures to drive continuous improvement in scheduling performance.
- Maintain updated schedules throughout the turnaround, proactively incorporating changes and add-ons, and assessing their impact on baseline duration.
- Analyze schedule trends and performance data to deliver accurate forecasts and timely reporting to all stakeholders.
- Lead the scheduling team to derive realistic, achievable plans that support successful turnaround completion within authorized timeframes.
- Ensure all schedule data and forecasts are accurately presented in regular status reports.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in scheduling, preferably in turnaround, outage, or industrial project environments. Equivalent experience in lieu of a degree will be considered.
- Proficiency in scheduling software (e.g., Primavera P6, Microsoft Project) and project controls tools.
- Solid understanding of work breakdown structures, critical path methodology, and schedule integration.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Proven ability to work independently, solve problems, and guide less experienced team members.
- Leadership qualities with a commitment to excellence and continuous improvement.
Please apply to this role if you are a good fit for the role.
Salary : $40 - $50