Project Controls Planning & Scheduling Specialist

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Detroit, MI, USA
In-Office
Energy
The Role
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At MPC, we’re committed to being a great place to work – one that welcomes new ideas, encourages diverse perspectives, develops our people, and fosters a collaborative team environment.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Marathon Petroleum is currently seeking a Project Controls Planning & Scheduling Specialist. This position is a Lead Scheduler role and will be located at the Detroit Refinery. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Primavera Database Site Administrator: includes managing system access/privileges and provide training to Engineering, Construction and Turnaround
  • Analytics Site Administrator: includes the development of event progress, performance, and I/D reporting
  • Develop and mentor Area Leads, Planners and Operations to enhance their Primavera planning skills
  • Communicate RSP Key Deliverables and Major Milestones to support planning efforts
  • Develop and implement planning/scheduling processes and procedures to create consistency amongst the team
  • Work with Cross Functional TAR Core Team members to obtain sitewide Plan of the Plan progress updates
  • Conduct interactive schedule review workshops with Planners, Area Leads and Operations
  • Ensure all Turnaround, Construction, Tank & Engineering scheduling/planning follows corporate RSPs and S&Gs
  • Assist in the completion of Turnaround Close-out/Performance Summary Reports to Corporate
  • Train and mentor engineering firm schedules to ensure all scheduling standards and guidelines are followed
  • Participate in Bi-Weekly Construction/Engineering status meeting
  • Support Engineering Project Based Scheduling

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

  • High School Diploma or GED required. Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction Management, or similar field preferred.
  • Five (5) years or more refining or petrochemical industry experience, or three (3) years or more of experience with a bachelor’s degree.

PREFERRED SOFTWARE SKILLS:

  • Microsoft, Primavera P6, RCR, AVT, EPPM, Maxavera, Analytics, sTOX, iCON, iTAR, XENA

As an energy industry leader, our career opportunities fuel personal and professional growth.

Location:

Detroit, Michigan

Additional locations:

Job Requisition ID:

00021066

Location Address:

1300 S Fort St

Education:

Employee Group:

Full time

Employee Subgroup:

Regular

Marathon Petroleum Company LP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decision-making, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition or AIDS/HIV status, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, military, veteran status, marital status, citizenship  or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.  If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant, click here.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process at Marathon Petroleum LP, please contact our Human Resources Department at [email protected]. Please specify the reasonable accommodation you are requesting, along with the job posting number in which you may be interested. A Human Resources representative will review your request and contact you to discuss a reasonable accommodation. Marathon Petroleum offers a total rewards program which includes, but is not limited to, access to health, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off, 401k matching program, paid parental leave, and educational reimbursement. Detailed benefit information is available at https://mympcbenefits.com.The hired candidate will also be eligible for a discretionary company-sponsored annual bonus program.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Veteran / Disability

We will consider all qualified Applicants for employment, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. In reviewing criminal history in connection with a conditional offer of employment, Marathon will consider the key responsibilities of the role.

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The Company
HQ: Findlay, Ohio
15,149 Employees
Year Founded: 1887

What We Do

Marathon Petroleum Corporation (MPC) is a leading, integrated, downstream energy company headquartered in Findlay, Ohio. The company operates the nation's largest refining system. MPC's marketing system includes branded locations across the United States, including Marathon brand retail outlets. MPC also owns the general partner and majority limited partner interest in MPLX LP, a midstream company that owns and operates gathering, processing, and fractionation assets, as well as crude oil and light product transportation and logistics infrastructure. More information is available at www.marathonpetroleum.com.

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