Turnaround Scheduler

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.