Sr. Planner, TAR

NextDecade•Brownsville, TX

97d

About The Position

The Sr. Planner, TAR develops, assembles, quality-checks, and maintains turnaround (TAR) work packages so that each scope item is fully planned with job steps, materials, resource estimates, safety considerations, and supporting documentation. The role emphasizes work package development and planning quality. Primavera P6 master scheduling, critical path and float analysis, resource leveling, S-curve tracking, and schedule progress reporting are handled by a dedicated TAR Scheduler / Scheduling Specialist. The Sr. Planner creates and manages work packages in the Prometheus STO Work Package Module, creates corresponding SAP work orders, plans and tracks materials, adds QA/QC hold points, assigns work to systems and subsystems, and attaches supporting documents. Completed and approved work packs are locked against changes unless an approved Scope Change Request is obtained. The role maintains the TAR scope register, change log, and work order database in the CMMS, and supports expedited work pack development for emergent or discovery scope during execution. The position coordinates with discipline leads and stakeholders on durations, sequencing, resource requirements, integrated activity planning and scheduling, and materials optimization. It also supports execution and closeout, including closing work orders, archiving work packs, and contributing lessons learned to the After-Action Review. The work takes place in a complex construction environment, indoors and outdoors, with possible exposure to changing weather, moving mechanical parts, electrical circuits, and distracting noise. The employee must be able to wear required PPE, travel around the facility and to other company work locations, and may need to enter confined spaces or work at elevated heights.

Requirements

At least 5 years of turnaround planning/scheduling experience in LNG, Oil & Gas, or petrochemical industries.
Demonstrated experience using Primavera P6, SAP PM, or an equivalent CMMS.
Experience developing and assembling TAR work packages from scope identification through locked, execution-ready status.
Exceptional working knowledge of CMMS systems such as SAP or similar.
Ability to interpret engineering drawings and documentation, including P&IDs, isometric drawings, and general arrangement drawings.
Experience developing critical maintenance procedures.
Knowledge of scope management processes, including scope freeze, scope challenge, and Scope Change Request workflows.
Understanding of material management and procurement processes for TAR long-lead and critical materials.
Familiarity with QA/QC hold points, flange management requirements, and HSSE documentation within work packs.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage large volumes of work packs across multiple disciplines simultaneously.
Ability to wear all necessary PPE to perform job functions.
Ability to drive to other company work locations as required and move throughout facility areas, including traveling to a designated muster point during emergencies.
Ability to stand and/or sit continuously and perform job functions for a full shift.
Full mechanical motion and use of all extremities.
Ability to walk, stand, bend, stoop, kneel, reach, twist, lift, push, pull, climb, balance, crouch, and handle and lift items weighing up to 20 pounds without assistance.
Visual acuity, corrected as needed, to perform job functions, including close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth vision and ability to adjust focus.
Ability to communicate clearly by radio, phone, and verbally.
Must verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required employment eligibility verification document upon hire.

Nice To Haves

Experience working within an STO work package management system, such as Prometheus STO or an equivalent.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent industry experience.
Technical degree or NCCER certification.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate proactive safety leadership to the TAR team.
Develop detailed work packages for TAR scope items, including job steps, materials, special tools, permits, and safety considerations.
Select frozen scope items from the worklist and build work packs in the Prometheus STO Work Package Module, defining activities, sequence, resources, materials, and relationships.
Create SAP work orders for each scope item and synchronize activities between the STO Work Package Module and SAP through a live API call.
Plan bills of materials by searching the SAP MM library, adding materials to work packs, and initiating material availability tracking through the STO MAC module.
Define QA/QC inspection and quality hold points in each work pack.
Assign work packs to the appropriate system or subsystem according to the TAR Systemization Plan.
Attach supporting drawings, procedures, method statements, and permits to work packs.
Lock completed and approved work packs; require SCR approval for further changes.
Ensure work packs meet the defined quality standard and include all 17 mandatory content elements: cover sheet, scope of work, step-by-step activity breakdown, resource requirements, BOM, drawings, method statements, special tooling, PTW, isolation/LOTO, HSSE hazards, QA/QC hold points, flange management, SIMOPS considerations, logic ties, estimated cost, and approval signatures.
Drive work pack maturity from Level 0 (Draft) through Level 4 (Locked), targeting 100% of work packs at the fully approved, execution-ready level.
Coordinate with Mechanical, E&I, and Process Discipline Leads to validate durations, sequencing, and resource requirements.
Participate as a stakeholder in developing, implementing, and supporting RGLNG's Integrated Activity Planning & Scheduling process.
Participate as a stakeholder in reviewing materials and parts optimization.
Maintain the TAR scope register, change log, and work order database in the CMMS.
Support the TAR Event Manager during execution by developing expedited work packs for emergent or discovery items.
Safely complete planned activities on the locked schedule while maximizing tool time and minimizing cost and deferrals.
During Phase 7 closeout, close work orders, archive work packs, and contribute planning lessons learned to the After-Action Review.