Randy Kauffman Email & Phone Number

United States

Weybridge, Surrey, Gb

Sr scheduler

Horsforth, Leeds, Gb

Worked at Shell Lake Charles LNGPlanner/SchedulerFebruary 2019 – Aprl 2020Built and maintained master schedule and baseline. Implemented project planning & scheduling strategy, plans and procedures, reflecting both Company and contractor roles, responsibilities and expectations. Coordinated the development and implementation of project Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) and Cost Breakdown Structures (CBS) in concert with project lead, project cost engineer and contractor project controls leads, and in conjunction with project execution plans.Prepared staffing, engineering and construction progress and customized reports. Performed critical path analysis. Performed probabilistic analysis on integrated schedules and contractor schedules. Analyzed deviations from the baseline in the project master schedule highlighting bottlenecks / delays and proposed corrective actions. Prepared the integrated planning / scheduling contribution to the monthly project report and specific reports / presentations. Analyzed and highlighted the overall schedule impact of any variance / change order. Prepared resourcing plans for the overall and individual project phases, identifying any excessive peak numbers and making recommendations for peak leveling.Ensured that schedule related data from vendors, suppliers, and engineering and construction contractors of actual projects were provided as feedback into the planning and scheduling systems. Worked closely with various disciplines in project teams to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the schedules produced without compromising independence as a planning engineer. Balance multiple projects that will likely be executed in multiple locations and by multiple contractors. Being flexible and able to balance / prioritize multiple priorities.

Amsterdam, Nederland, Nl

Arcadis Albemarle LA NEGRA 3/4 Antofagasta, Chile - INDEPENDENT PROJECT ASSESSMENTJanuary 2018 to January 2019Project Assessment for La Negra 3/4 that was undertaken in two phases. During Phase One, the Arcadis review team analysed the available project information to arrive at P10, P50, and P90 values for both cost and schedule.Phase Two, Arcadis developed a deterministic cost and schedule were the files were provided to BASIS who planned and led risk sessions with the project team members. The schedule created was used as their master schedule for remainder of the project.Phase Three was initiated to provide training and processes for the Team on site.

Amsterdam, Nederland, Nl

Arcadis – Operational Excellence OptimizationConfidential Clients, Mississippi, Pennsylvania, California, Washington, Texas, and offshore platforms.Operational Excellence (OpEx) Optimization team reviews for several downstream oil & gas clients to identify and unlock value (up to 20% in many instances) in operations & maintenance programs. Focus of these reviews was to optimize three elements of these programs: quantum, efficiency, and rate. Specific activities included review of existing contracts and procedures, analysis of existing financial data by contract, measurement of field work, analysis of existing processes/procedures/systems & tools, and development of appropriate contract factors. Arcadis Work Activity Norms (WANs) and quantity surveying principles were utilized to provide strategic and tactical direction to downstream business leaders.

Amsterdam, Nederland, Nl

Project CancelledArcadis – Project Confidential – Senior Planner and SchedulerConfidential Client and Confidential LocationProvided project Planning and Scheduling support to the Project by establishing the overall functional planning & scheduling processes. Developed overall project plans and schedules, defined and implemented an overall progress measurement process for reporting and analysing emerging progress trends. Created and coordinated associated systems and planning software administration procedures to ensure a consistent approach to the planning and scheduling needs of the project. Development of the Project’s various levels of plans and schedules, project performance measures, KPI’s, and associated milestones. Preparation of associated coordination procedures, and management reporting needs. Assisting on other capital project activity as may be needed through the support of project planning & scheduling services to other Arcadis developments. To direct, review and assure all contractor planning, scheduling and progress measurement information prepared during the above duties. To lead in project risk reviews and overall project planning & scheduling management support functions as needed.To interface with other delivery teams, and contractor organizations in the development, execution and maintenance of their respective scheduling efforts as may be necessary in the overall delivery of the Project.Supported the Project Management Team and adhered to the Arcadis Corporation guidelines and procedures. Assisted with the creation of Arcadis guidelines and procedures. Interfaced with the Arcadis Commercial and Supply Chain Management teams on all Project matters associated with the planning and scheduling activities.

Horsforth, Leeds, Gb

Worked at Flint Hills Resources Refinery. Project CompletedProvided the leadership, coordination, creation and analysis of all scheduling activities from project conception to final close out on the Ventures Portfolio including leading into Turn-Arounds. Taking the lead role in the development of a single source project schedule, incorporating various scheduling component inputs from a global management tool to measure schedule progress and resource utilization. Assured all schedules meet good scheduling practices as defined in the Scheduling Guidelines. Provided reporting, analysis, and forecasting for effective project management and an accurate picture of current and projected project progress for early detection of problem areas and thereby allowing for the best possible mitigation actions. Attended and/or lead Project Controls Scheduling related meetings.Activity breakdowns from the various contributors shall be consistent with the WBS (Work Breakdown Structure) and estimate. Included minimum requirements for float as established by the PM (e.g.1 mo. /yr. project duration from end of critical path to in-service date & minimum sub-critical path activities). Alerted PM and/or PC Coordinator of concerned areas that became evident in the creation or update processes. Provided support and assistance to the Turn-Around Group as necessary for TA scheduling.Provided input for the PC Coordinator’s Project Specific Controls Plan to complete the Responsibility Matrix and for RRE’S (Roles, Responsibilities and Expectations). Maintained a dated, “locked-in” version as a base line of the schedule for later reference. Followed the Portfolio Update Reference established for the Project Schedule.

Horsforth, Leeds, Gb

Turner & Townsend (Shell) Planner/SchedulerApril 2013 to March 2014 Project cancelledImplemented Project Planning & Scheduling strategy, plans and procedures, reflecting both Company and contractor (Shell) roles, responsibilities and expectations. Coordinated the development and implementation of project Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) and Cost Breakdown Structures (CBS) in concert with Project Lead, Project cost engineer and contractor project controls leads, and in conjunction with Project Execution Plans.Prepared Staffing, Engineering and Construction progress and customized reports. Performed Critical Path Analysis. Performed probabilistic analysis on integrated schedules and contractor schedules. Analyzed deviations from the baseline in the Project Master schedule highlighting bottlenecks / delays and propose corrective actions. Prepared the Integrated Planning / Scheduling contribution to the Monthly Project Report and specific reports / presentations. Analyzed and highlighted the overall schedule impact of any variance / change order. Prepared resourcing plans for the overall and individual project phases, identifying any excessive peak numbers and making recommendations for peak leveling.Ensured that schedule related data from vendors, suppliers, and engineering and construction contractors of actual projects were provided as feedback into the planning and scheduling systems. Worked closely with various disciplines in project teams to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the schedules produced without compromising independence as a planning engineer. Balanced multiple projects that were executed in multiple locations and by multiple contractors. Maintained flexibility to balance / prioritize multiple priorities. Tracked and Monitored Portfolio Schedule.

London, England, Gb

Accountable for delivering planning and scheduling organizational specific leadership to the Routine Central Schedulers and the Project schedulers in the refinery. Ensured that the accountable planning and scheduling services were of the highest quality in support of the site goals and objectives. This position ensured consistent planning and scheduling applications were applied throughout the refinery in support of 24/7, in accordance with the site maintenance work process controls procedures. Administration of the Texas City Refinery and Chemicals Primavera systems and related middleware including the Texas City Scheduling SharePoint site, I-link, Citrix, and SAP to Primavera Transporter. Administrator of users’ access rights, global codes, layouts, resources, reporting, Job Services, and overall Primavera functionality. Developed the mapping table and implemented the interface tool between SAP, Maximo WMS and Primavera. Developed and trained users in Primavera, Myprimavera and the interface tool. Planned and scheduled routine Maintenance for 2500 plant crafts and contractors. Combined routine Maintenance, projects, and pre and post TAR into an integrated work schedule for individual refinery units. Developed website for site scheduling communication using SharePoint.

London, England, Gb

BP Refinery Planner/SchedulerJuly 2002 to December 2005Planned and Scheduled daily, weekly, and Turn-around work assignments for Machinist and Refinery crafts using SAP and Primavera 3.1. Planned all work on reciprocating compressors, centrifugal compressors, steam and gas turbines, gearboxes, pumps, lube and seal systems, exchangers, cooling towers, fin fan coolers, piping systems, all types of valves, and all general refinery systems. Developed detailed job packages for work execution. Created reusable job plans in SAP to improve planning efficiency. Entered material and service requisitions in SAP Maintenance Management System. Created material BOM for all rotating equipment in SAP.

London, England, Gb

Outside and shop Machinist repairing centrifugal compressors, reciprocating compressors, gas and steam turbines, gearboxes, pumps, lube and seal oil systems including exchangers and piping, cooling towers, and other plant equipment.

Ethyl Corporation Maintenance Supervisor, Warehouse Manager, Planner/Scheduler1991 – 2001Coordinated / monitored the daily work assignments, TAR’s & Projects of the mechanical & electrical craftsmen for Lube Additive Plant, ensuring compliance with applicable safety & environmental regulations.Developed & administered reliability program and preventive / predictive procedures using OEM recommendations.Managed all areas of facilities warehouse operations, including procurement using SAP, inventory management, budget, and shipping & receiving.Machinist craftsman performing field repairs on all equipment.

American Valve & Hydrant Electrical Mechanical Specialist, (Unit Foreman)1982 – 1991Led the Evening shift repair crew and graveyard crew in the maintenance and repair of hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical equipment, including all forklifts, booms and cranes. Planned and scheduled the repairs of production machines, pumps, compressors, conveyors, cranes, as well as fabrication and welding repairs. Ordered all material for repairs of plant equipment.