Turnaround Planner Jobs in Fort McMurray, Alberta, Canada
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Fort McMurray, Alberta, Canada
Turnaround Planner - Piping
About the role
The primary responsibility of this role is to prepare piping scope work packages, ensuring alignment with company expectations, standards, and turnaround best practices.
Responsibilities
Health, Safety & Environment
Ensure adherence to all Health and Safety protocols established by the organization Comply with all applicable Occupational Health & Safety legislation for the Province of Alberta and environmental standards Always follow established safe work procedures Immediately report any injury, illness, unsafe acts, or hazardous conditions Ensure appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is available and worn as required
Strategy / Early Planning Phase
Develop Job Plans for assigned scope in accordance with the Job Plan Development Process Utilize Planning Norms databases to provide preliminary labor hour estimates during early budget development
Planning Phase
Prepare work packages in accordance with the Turnaround Work Package Development Process Conduct job walkdowns to ensure work packages are complete, accurate, and include all support craft requirements Collaborate with Execution Coordinators, Piping Engineers, and Contractors to review scope from a constructability perspective Participate in Construction Work Package (CWP) reviews to ensure full scope is accurately captured Develop detailed task estimates, including duration and crew size for each activity Review estimated hours with the execution team and obtain approval prior to submitting to scheduling for P6 development Develop Bills of Material (BOM) using standard templates to identify all materials required for the scope of work Work closely with Material Coordinators to ensure correct parts are identified and delivered in a timely manner Identify and document any specialty tools, resources, or equipment required Liaise with Supply Chain Management personnel when addressing technical matters with OEMs and vendors Provide regular progress updates to Planning Supervisors and proactively address challenges to keep planning on track Integrate safety as a core value into all aspects of work package development and piping installation risk assessments Resolve technical issues related to piping installation by preparing and submitting detailed Requests for Information (RFIs)
Execution Phase
Support Scope Change Requests (SCRs) during the execution phase Be prepared to work extended hours, including day or night shifts, as required Assume ownership of partially completed work packages from other planners and complete them as needed Assist execution teams during the turnaround as required Collaborate closely with execution teams, schedulers, and document control to ensure timely issuance of SCR work packages to contractors
Post‑Turnaround Phase
Contribute to lessons learned sessions, identifying successes and opportunities for improvement Update work packages with information gathered during execution to ensure accurate historical records for future planning
Minimum Requirements
Minimum of eight (8) years of experience in Piping Planning, including at least four (4) years in Turnaround Piping Planning Experience with Turnaround or Shutdown projects is highly desirable Proficiency with CMMS systems (e.g., Maximo or equivalent), SPR, Excel, and Microsoft Office tools Mechanical Engineering diploma/degree, Red Seal trade certificate, or Mechanical Technologist qualification with demonstrated maintenance planning experience Strong understanding of piping systems, including materials, welding, fabrication, and installation Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, isometrics, datasheets, and equipment layouts Strong organizational skills, proactive mindset, effective time management, and excellent communication abilities Proven ability to manage competing priorities and tight timelines, particularly during execution phases
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About DCM Group Inc.
For over 70 years, DCM Group has been a vital supporter and construction partner of some of Canada’s most defining industries – oil & gas, petrochemicals, mining, power generation, pulp & paper, infrastructure, and other institutional and commercial markets. We are respected on the national and international stage, with a well-earned reputation for demonstrated success on highly technical projects within complicated sites.
We emphasize superior health and safety practices across the board, as well as a unique suite of services that set us firmly apart from our competition – integrating mechanical, piping, welding, electric, instrumentation, and supervisory expertise. Our resources include a large skilled trades labour pool and access to the right equipment and tools. We also take pride in our ‘right-sized’ approach to match client needs, depending on the technical requirements and specific site properties.
From our offices in Kitimat, BC, Sherwood Park, AB, and Saskatoon, SK, we proudly offer our construction services to companies and clients all over western Canada.