Turnaround Scheduler

Industrial Systems Consulting; Hercules (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A major engineering consulting firm is seeking a Senior Technical Recruiter to support refinery turnaround projects in California. The role emphasizes developing and maintaining detailed project schedules using CPM methodology. Applicants should have over 5 years of scheduling experience in downstream projects and proficiency in Primavera P6. The position demands a hands-on, execution-focused approach and the ability to work extended hours during critical project phases. This role offers a unique opportunity to impact significant refinery operations.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of scheduling experience on downstream/refining projects.
• Strong proficiency with Primavera P6.
• Ability to work extended hours during turnaround execution.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain integrated project schedules using CPM methodology.
• Integrate owner and contractor schedules into a single plan.
• Monitor progress against baseline schedules.

Skills

Scheduling experience

Primavera P6

Project Controls

Earned Value Management

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or equivalent experience

Tools

MS Project

Job description

Senior Technical Recruiter / Recruiting Manager

Work Schedule

• Pre-Turnaround: ~50 hrs/week (6:00 AM – 4:30 PM)
• Turnaround Execution: 12-hour shifts, 6–7 days/week

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Turnaround Scheduler to support a major refinery turnaround in Rodeo, CA. This role is responsible for developing, integrating, and maintaining detailed project schedules to ensure turnaround scope is delivered safely, efficiently, and on time.

You will work closely with project leadership, engineering, procurement, construction, and contractors to manage schedule logic, critical paths, milestones, and earned value reporting across both pre-execution and execution phases.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain integrated project schedules using CPM methodology
• Integrate owner and contractor schedules into a single, executable plan
• Define critical paths, milestones, and schedule constraints
• Perform schedule risk analysis and support mitigation and recovery planning
• Monitor progress against baseline schedules and analyze variances
• Review contractor productivity and verify earned value
• Prepare schedule updates, forecasts, and management reports
• Participate in weekly schedule reviews and coordination meetings
• Interface with contractor planning teams to ensure schedule alignment and data accuracy

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of scheduling experience on downstream/refining projects
• Strong proficiency with Primavera P6 (MS Project a plus)
• Solid knowledge of:
  • Project Controls
  • Planning & Scheduling
  • Earned Value Management (EVM)
  • Familiarity with refinery operations and equipment
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced turnaround environment
• Willingness to work extended hours during turnaround execution
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or equivalent experience

💡 This is a hands‑on, execution‑focused role best suited for schedulers with real turnaround experience—not just planners on paper.