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Turnaround Planner - Pipefitter
- Hargrove Engineers & Constructors (Pasadena, TX)
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Who We Are
Hargrove supplies unparalleled services in engineering, procurement, construction management, and technical services in the industrial, commercial, and government sectors. With over 2,700 Teammates in 19 offices domestically and internationally, we build long-term support relationships in the energy generation, manufacturing, research and development, and process-heavy industry in on-site support arrangements, in plant-level small projects and consulting roles, and in larger capital projects.
Hargrove’s key operating principle is to provide the Right People, in the Right Place, at the Right Time. We believe that relationships and partnering together provide the best results and long-term benefits for our clients.
Work-life balance and flexibility are important areas of focus for Hargrove. We’re happy to discuss flexible working hours, patterns, and locations to suit you and the business.
What You'll Be Doing
Job Scope:
The Boilermaker/Pipefitter (BMK/PF) turnaround planner will be a critical support role during the planning & execution of the turnaround.
The Turnaround Boilermaker Pipefitter Planner is responsible for developing, coordinating, and executing detailed work plans for mechanical turnaround activities, with a focus on boilermaker and pipefitting scopes. This role ensures that shutdowns, maintenance, and start-up operations are completed safely, efficiently, and within budget.
The BMK/PF planner will be expected to perform daily planning activities and coordinate amongst all crafts to ensure detailed plans are established and required material is obtained in a timely manner.
The expectation is this team member will spend most of their time in the field planning and walking down jobs. During turnaround execution, this role will transition into an execution lead to oversee the successful completion of the job packages they have prepared, or as otherwise needed by the TA organization.
This craftsman should be seen as an SME and have years of planning experience within a TA environment.
Primary responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
+ **Planning & Scheduling:**
+ Develop detailed job plans and work packages for boilermaker and pipefitter tasks during turnarounds.
+ Ability to understand and manage schedules using planning software (e.g., Primavera P6 & SAP).
+ Define scope of work, estimate labor and materials, and identify required tools and equipment
+ Coordinate with different trades and stakeholders to ensure comprehensive and integrated work packages.
+ Track the status of materials and services from ordering to delivery.
+ **Coordination:**
+ Collaborate with operations, engineering, safety, and procurement teams to align turnaround activities.
+ Coordinate with contractors and vendors to ensure timely delivery of services and materials
+ **Execution Support:**
+ Monitor field execution to ensure adherence to the plan and adjust schedules as needed.
+ Track progress, manage change orders, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs).
+ Coordinate with process safety and operations teams to review mechanical completion and pre-startup safety reviews (PSSR) before startup.
+ **Safety & Compliance:**
+ Ensure all work complies with safety regulations and company policies.
+ Participate in safety reviews and risk assessments for planned work
+ **Documentation & Reporting:**
+ Maintain accurate records of job plans, drawings, and as-built documentation.
+ Provide post-turnaround reports and lessons learned for continuous improvement
Ideal Background
**Education:** High School Diploma or equivalent is required. Bachelor or Master of Science degree in Construction Science, Building Science or related field is highly preferred.
**Certification:** Journeyman certification in Boilermaking or Pipefitting required.
Experience:
+ 5+ years in industrial maintenance or turnaround environments.
+ 4+ years in a planning or coordination role, preferably in the oil & gas or petrochemical sector
+ Experience in planning and executing turnarounds is highly preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
+ Proficient in reading P&IDs, isometrics, and construction drawings.
+ Ability to draw isometrics and create BOM & Weld Map
+ Proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Office Suite.
+ Strong analytical and reporting skills.
+ Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, welding, rigging, and pressure vessel repair.
+ Familiarity with planning tools (SAP, Primavera, Prometheus, STO).
+ Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
+ Meticulous attention to detail in planning and executing tasks.
Physical Requirements:
+ Ability to sit, stand or walk for long periods of time.
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Hargrove Culture
We work to create an environment founded on trust, personal integrity, and a “team mentality” so that each person understands the value of their contributions both on a project and company-wide level. We know that each person on our team contributes to the success of our company by pairing expertise and passion to meet and exceed the needs of the clients we serve across the globe.
Our safety culture protects and promotes the well-being of every person who works with us and every person touched by our work.
As a 100% Teammate owned company, we proudly offer a comprehensive benefits package including, paid holidays, personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible Teammates.
Equal Opportunity Employment Statement
Hargrove is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (including gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, sexual identity, marital or family status), disability, military service or obligations, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Hargrove is a drug-free workplace.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
Hargrove is passionate about serving our clients within our industry and the local economy, and we recognize that our impact goes beyond building great projects. Our extraordinary teammates serve the community with their time, talent, and generosity. The Hargrove team is a family whose volunteerism makes a huge impact on our communities, and The Hargrove Foundation is the vehicle for making a true difference in the lives of others.
We work to create an environment founded on trust, personal integrity, and a “team mentality” so that each person understands the value of their contributions both on a project and company-wide level. Hargrove has consistently been ranked one of the “Best Firms to Work For” by organizations such as ZweigWhite and Business Alabama.
We pair expertise and passion to meet and exceed the needs of the clients we serve across the globe. Our teammates strive to expand their knowledge and contribute to the success of the organization.
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