Turnaround (TAR) Scheduling Supervisor

Job Title – Turnaround (TAR/ TA) Scheduling Supervisor
Job Type – Permanent, Full-Time
Work Schedule – Hybrid
Location – Houston, TX, Deer Park, TX
Turnaround Scheduling Supervisor
The TAR Schedule Supervisor will oversee all scheduling activities related to Turnaround (TA) events, ensuring timely and efficient coordination of project timelines. They will lead the scheduling team, provide guidance on scheduling practices, and foster a collaborative work environment to drive successful project outcomes.
Responsibilities:

Leadership and Supervision:

• Lead and supervise the scheduling team, providing guidance, support, and mentorship to ensure effective scheduling practices and team performance.
• Foster a collaborative and supportive work environment that promotes professional growth and development.

Schedule Management

• Act as the primary point of contact for scheduling activities within the turnaround team.
• Provide guidance and oversight to team members during the scheduling process.
• Review and approve schedules developed by team members to ensure accuracy and alignment with project objectives.
• Offer support and resources to address challenges or obstacles encountered during the scheduling process.
• Monitor progress and timelines of schedule development activities to ensure timely completion.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration among team members to promote a cohesive scheduling process.
• Provide assurance to detailed schedules for turnarounds using scheduling software, ensuring alignment with project objectives.
• Ensure all schedules are fully resource-loaded and leveled, with activity relationships determined for scope integration.
• Coordinate with the Projects group to integrate event schedules with project activities and communicate the integrated schedule.
• Identify opportunities to rationalize scheduling efforts and streamline processes.

 Continuous Improvement:

• Support continuous improvement initiatives, looking for opportunities to enhance scheduling processes and optimize turnaround timelines.
• Participate in post-event critique sessions and Lessons Learned workshops to identify areas for improvement and best practices.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Construction Management .
• Minimum of 10+ years’ experience working with refinery or major chemical plant.
• Proven experience in scheduling, turnaround management, with a minimum of 7 years in a similar role, including 2 years in a supervisory capacity.
• Minimum experience working in a turnaround with min. value of $30-40MM, ideal mega TAR project > $100MM experience ideal.
• Proficiency in scheduling software and tools, including Primavera (P6).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions and disciplines.
• In-depth knowledge of Downstream Manufacturing TA standards, processes, and recommended practices is .

Why Work Here

• Join a leading international petroleum operator, working at one of the largest refineries in the US
• Drive and influence change and improvement for the site
• Opportunity for advanced career progression
• 9/80 work schedule, hybrid work schedule in office
• Competitive compensation packages, benefits, 401K match, and more

This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a leading international petroleum owner/ operator. The successful applicant will receive a competitive annual compensation package, annual bonus, strong medical benefits, PTO, holidays, and more. Relocation assistance is also available for candidates in the US. No visa assistance or sponsorship is available. For more information on this opportunity or others, please contact Mishu Ventura. 
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