Manager, Change Management

Worley; Edmonton; Remote; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Manager of Change Management to lead organizational transformation efforts. This role focuses on managing change initiatives, engaging with cross-functional teams, and ensuring smooth transitions for employees. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a hands-on approach to problem-solving. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and sustainability, and be part of a team that drives impactful change in the energy and resources sector. This position offers the flexibility to work remotely from a Canada-based location, making it an exciting opportunity for professionals passionate about change management.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in managing change management initiatives.
• Strong ability to manage cross-functional teams and engage stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement change strategies for projects and initiatives.
• Conduct stakeholder analysis and support employees through transitions.

Skills

Change Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Change Management Certification

Job description

Building on our past. Ready for the future

Worley is a global professional services company of energy, chemicals and resources experts headquartered in Australia.

Right now, we’re bridging two worlds as we accelerate to more sustainable energy sources, while helping our customers provide the energy, chemicals and resources that society needs now.

We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value over the life of their portfolio of assets. We solve complex problems by finding integrated data-centric solutions from the first stages of consulting and engineering to installation and commissioning, to the last stages of decommissioning and remediation. Join us and help drive innovation and sustainability in our projects.

Purpose:

We are seeking a Manager, Change Management, to support organizational transformation across various domains, including process, technology, and behavioral change. The ideal candidate is a hands-on change management professional who excels in managing change efforts within projects and workstreams, focusing on the human side of transformation. You will work closely with cross-functional and global teams to ensure effective change execution, process optimization, and employee support throughout the transformation journey.

This role requires someone who can operate in the space between strategy and execution, with a strong ability to manage various types of change while also fostering engagement and buy-in from employees at all levels.

The position offers the flexibility to be performed remotely from a Canada-based location.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement Change Strategies: Support the execution of change initiatives on projects, including digital transformation, process improvements, and cultural shifts. Translate high-level strategies into actionable change plans.
• Hands-On Change Execution: Implement change efforts by engaging directly with teams, facilitating workshops, managing timelines, and addressing risks, issues, and challenges within projects.
• Human-Centered Change Management: Conduct stakeholder analysis to assess impact and design strategies that engage, support, and guide employees through change.
• Manage Change within Projects and Workstreams: Oversee change efforts within individual projects or workstreams, ensuring alignment with broader business objectives.
• Change Readiness and Impact Assessments: Conduct assessments to evaluate organizational readiness, identify risks and barriers, and develop mitigation strategies for smoother adoption.
• Communication and Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with Communications Leads to develop communication plans tailored to diverse audiences, ensuring transparency and engagement.
• Learning and Capability Building: Work with Learning & Development Leads to support training programs that equip employees with the necessary skills for success.
• Monitor and Optimize Change Efforts: Track progress against change management goals, adjust strategies as needed, and gather feedback for continuous improvement.
• Global Team Collaboration: Partner with global teams to ensure effective change management practices across different regions and teams.

What you will bring

Technical/Industry Experience and Qualifications Requirements:

• Proven experience (7+ years) in managing change management initiatives, with a focus on organizational transformation.
• Demonstrated ability to manage cross-functional teams and collaborate with a diverse range of stakeholders across various levels of the organization.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels and foster trust and collaboration.
• Experience in managing the day-to-day execution of change initiatives, with a hands-on approach to solving challenges and driving adoption.
• Experience in managing and delivering change training programs.

Personal Qualities:

• Hands-On and Practical: Comfortable working directly with teams to solve problems and implement change.
• Collaborative: Skilled at building relationships and working closely with stakeholders across different levels.
• Empathetic: Understands the human side of change and supports employees through transitions.
• Results-Oriented: Focused on delivering tangible outcomes and ensuring adoption of change.
• Resilient: Able to navigate complexity and manage challenges in change processes.
• Detail-Oriented: Able to manage complex projects while ensuring that all elements are executed to a high standard.

This role is ideal for a Change Manager who thrives in executing change strategies at the project and workstream level, ensuring smooth adoption, sustainable change and positive business impact.

Education – Qualifications, Accreditation, Training:

Required:

• Bachelor's degree

Preferred:

• Change Management Certification (e.g., Prosci, ADKAR, Kotter) is a plus.

Worley is committed to providing a fair and equitable hiring process for all applicants. As part of this commitment, Worley will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If you require any accommodations or assistance, please contact us at: [e-mail]