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Kelly Engineering is currently seeking an experienced Scheduler for a 6 month assignment in the Seadrift, Texas area! Under the guidance of the Turnaround Manager (TAM), and as a member of the Core Turnaround Team, the Scheduler implements the Global Turnaround Methodology (GTM) to implement a strategy that renews the assets and maximizes long term value creation, and then executes that strategy delivering best in class performance in all phases of the turnaround (planning and front-end loading (FEL), pre-work, shutdown, and post-work). The Scheduler has the primary responsibilities for developing, optimizing and progressing integrated turnaround schedules for all turnarounds that this person is associated with.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Develop, optimize and manage turnaround schedules using Primavera

• Receive turnaround work orders and check for administrative completeness

• Work with Operations, Maintenance and Engineering (including non-Dow resources) 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 for the turnarounds

• Define and optimize resource requirements for turnarounds

• Provide updates to the GTM team, clients and other stakeholders, before, during and after turnarounds using various reporting tools

• Monitors/reviews GTM scheduling performance measures

• Validates all Construction Contractors resource loaded schedules, and retains for variance analyses.

• Performs staffing density checks or staffing limitation checks to validate schedule durations.

• Ability to multi-task which will include working several projects/activities/demands concurrently.

• Must be able to interface/work 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 to determine problem areas, earned value analyses, risk analyses& reporting, evaluate/recommend schedule improvement opportunities.

• Understands other scheduling software i.e., Microsoft Project, Fast-Track, etc., used by outside contractors.

• Understands and the knowledge of using change order process (PDN/FCO) in documenting and reporting changes.

• Ability to recognize Quality Control of Engineering/Construction packages in order to identify activities.

To qualify for this position, you must possess the following:

• Minimum High School diploma or GED is required.

• Proficiency within 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 have 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.

• Overtime will be required during turnarounds to manage progress and report schedules

The following are preferred but not required:

• Knowledge of SAP management systems

• Engineering scheduling experience is a strong plus.

• Prior scheduling experience in a maintenance facility is a strong plus

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here (https://www.mykelly.com/help-support-working-with-kelly-us/#Benefits) for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Why Kelly ® Engineering?

Your engineering skills are in demand, but how do you find the right fit? Easy. At Kelly Engineering, our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world’s most critical challenges. We connect you with leading organizations where you can collaborate on innovative projects, work with cutting-edge technologies and accelerate your growth. Whether you prefer the variety and flexibility of short-term projects or are looking for a long-term opportunity, we’re here to guide you to the next step in your engineering career.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.