Turnaround Planner / Scheduler

Per Sé Group; Superior (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem

Mobilization reimbursement

Job summary

Per Sé Group seeks an experienced Turnaround Field Coordinator/Planner to support refinery turnarounds in Superior, WI. This onsite role requires coordinating field execution, reviewing work packages, and mentoring junior staff during planned outages.

You will collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and contractor teams to execute scopes safely, efficiently, and on schedule, while adapting to field challenges in varying Wisconsin seasons.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of refinery or petrochemical turnaround experience.
• Experience coordinating large, complex maintenance or construction events.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to meet refinery safety and execution standards.
• Experience reviewing work packages and constructability.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate field execution of refinery turnarounds, outages, catalyst changes, and major maintenance activities.
• Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, Inspection, Supply Chain, and contractor supervision to execute scopes.
• Identify and resolve field execution challenges and support schedule adherence.
• Review turnaround work packages for scope completeness, safety and readiness.
• Conduct field walkdowns to validate plans, identify risks, and confirm requirements.
• Coordinate daily progress updates with turnaround schedulers.
• Support capital project constructability reviews and integration with turnaround activities.
• Develop work packages and job plans during low activity periods.
• Mentor developing turnaround personnel and promote continuous improvement.
• Promote safe work practices and refinery standards.

Skills

Refinery turnaround

Field coordination

Contractor coordination

Schedule recovery

Field walkdowns

Education

PMP certification

Construction Management degree

Tools

SAP

IPS

Primavera P6

Job description

Turnaround Field Coordinator / Planner

Superior, WI | Onsite | Long-Term Contract

You know that even the best turnaround plan means nothing if it can’t be executed safely and efficiently in the field.

Per Sé Group is seeking an experienced Turnaround Field Coordinator / Planner to support major refinery turnarounds, outages, shutdowns, and maintenance events in Superior, Wisconsin.

This is a hands‑on opportunity for a seasoned turnaround professional who knows how to bridge the gap between planning and execution, anticipate field challenges, coordinate contractors, and keep complex work moving safely and efficiently.

If refinery turnarounds, field execution, work packages, constructability reviews, contractor coordination, and schedule recovery are part of your expertise, we should talk.

What You’ll Do

• Coordinate field execution of refinery turnarounds, outages, catalyst changes, and major maintenance activities.

• Work closely with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, Inspection, Supply Chain, and contractor supervision to execute approved scopes.

• Identify and resolve field execution challenges, remove barriers, and support schedule adherence.

• Review turnaround work packages for scope completeness, constructability, materials, safety, and execution readiness.

• Conduct field walkdowns to validate job plans, identify risks, and confirm execution requirements.

• Coordinate daily progress updates with turnaround schedulers.

• Support capital project constructability reviews and integration with turnaround activities.

• Develop work packages and job plans during periods of reduced field activity.

• Mentor developing turnaround personnel and contribute to lessons learned and continuous improvement.

• Promote safe work practices and compliance with refinery operating standards.

What You’ll Bring

• 10+ years of refinery or petrochemical turnaround experience, including field coordination of large, complex maintenance or construction events.

• Strong understanding of turnaround planning, work management, execution, and contractor coordination.

• Proven ability to collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, Inspection, and contractor organizations.

• Experience evaluating work packages, execution readiness, and field constructability.

• Strong leadership, communication, problem‑solving, and organizational skills.

• Ability to conduct extensive field walkdowns and work outdoors throughout Northern Wisconsin’s seasons.

• Willingness to work extended hours, nights, and weekends during turnaround execution.

• Ability to meet refinery physical demands, including climbing, prolonged walking, equipment access, and lifting at least 50 pounds.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing, reviewing, or auditing turnaround work packages and job plans.

• Working knowledge of SAP, IPS, and Primavera P6.

• PMP certification, Construction Management degree, or equivalent project management experience.

Assignment Details

• Location: Superior, WI — onsite

• Anticipated Start: November 2, 2026

• Initial Duration: 12 months, with potential extension

• Schedule: 40 hours per week initially; overtime and potentially nights/weekends during turnaround execution

• Per Diem: $178 per calendar day for eligible non-local contractors

• Mobilization: Eligible non-local contractors receive approved mobilization and demobilization travel reimbursement, subject to assignment terms

If you’re the person turnaround teams rely on to turn complicated plans into safe, successful field execution, we’d like to hear from you.

About Per Sé Group

Per Sé Group is a leading technical and professional recruiting firm specializing in the power generation, renewable energy, utilities, oil & gas, chemical, manufacturing, and construction industries. We connect talented professionals with industry-leading organizations on contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire opportunities across North America.

Whether you’re looking for your next project or your next long-term career move, Per Sé Group is committed to helping you achieve your professional goals while providing exceptional service throughout the hiring process.

Per Sé Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Questions? Contact the Per Sé Group recruiting team at [e-mail].