Manager, Project Management

Worley; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 164,000 - 196,000; Full time

Job summary

Worley is seeking a Senior Manager, Project Management for large, complex capital projects in Canada. Based in Vancouver, Calgary, Markham, or Markham/Oakville, you will oversee planning, execution, and closeout, ensuring on-time delivery within budget and quality standards.

You will lead multidisciplinary teams and manage contracts with major contractors and vendors. The role requires a decade of project management experience in mining/metals or heavy industrial construction, with proven

Qualifications

• Progressive experience in managing capital projects, with at least 10 years in a Project Manager role.
• Direct, verifiable experience managing projects within the Mining, Metals, Heavy Industrial Construction sector.
• Proven expertise in project delivery methods, contract management, and strong working knowledge of Project Controls (scheduling, cost estimating, risk management).
• Exceptional leadership, negotiation, problem-solving, and communication skills (written and verbal).
• Experience with large, multi-site projects or international project management.
• Advanced proficiency with integrated project management systems (e.g., SAP, EcoSys, Primavera P6).

Responsibilities

• Single Point of Accountability for project completion and handover.
• Lead, mentor, and motivate large project teams across disciplines.
• Manage stakeholder relationships with executives, operations, contractors, and vendors.
• Define project scope and objectives, control scope changes via Change Management.
• Establish budgets and schedules, monitor performance, and implement corrective actions.
• Identify and manage project risks and opportunities throughout the lifecycle.
• Ensure compliance with HSE policies and quality standards.
• Oversee contracting strategy and contract administration with major suppliers.

Skills

Project Management

Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Contract Management

Budgeting & Cost Control

Risk Management

Communication

Multi-site / International Projects

Strategic Thinking

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

P.Eng. designation (Canada)

Tools

SAP

EcoSys

Primavera P6

Job description

Job Description - Manager, Project Management (VAN00MI)

Manager, Project Management - VAN00MI

Company : Worley

Other Locations

CAN-ON-Markham, CAN-AB-Calgary

Job

Project Management

Schedule

Full-time

Unposting Date

Ongoing

About us

Worley is a global company of energy, chemicals and resources experts headquartered in Australia. We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value across the life of their assets. We specialize in consulting, engineering, procurement and construction across the project lifecycle, with services extending through to operations and decommissioning. Leveraging extensive experience and AI-enabled delivery, we support customers in navigating complexity as they meet today's needs and transition to more sustainable solutions.

Purpose

We are currently recruiting for a Manager, Project Management. Our team includes world class experts and dynamic go-getters. This is a full-time position based in either Vancouver, British Columbia, Calgary, Alberta or Markham, Ontario.

We are seeking an accomplished and highly effective Senior Project Manager to oversee the planning, execution, and closure of large, complex capital projects valued over 1Billion across our operations. Based in our Markham/Oakville office, this leadership role is accountable for the overall project success, ensuring delivery is on time, within budget, and meets all technical, safety, and quality standards. The ideal candidate possesses strong leadership skills, deep technical knowledge, and a proven track record in managing multidisciplinary teams and contractors in the MMM sector.

Responsibilities

Leadership and Accountability

• Single Point of Accountability: Hold ultimate responsibility for the successful completion and handover of assigned projects, from initiation through closeout.
• Team Management: Lead, mentor, and motivate large, integrated project teams, including Engineering, Procurement, Project Controls, Construction Management, and Quality Assurance personnel.
• Stakeholder Management: Manage all communication and relationships with internal stakeholders (Executive Leadership, Operations) and external parties (Contractors, Vendors, Regulatory Agencies).

Project Execution and Control

• Scope Definition & Management: Define the project scope, objectives, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders, ensuring effective control of scope changes via the formal Change Management process.
• Cost and Schedule Management: Establish the project baseline budget and integrated master schedule (working closely with Project Controls). Monitor performance, identify variances, and implement corrective actions to ensure the project remains on track.
• Risk Mitigation: Proactively identify, analyze, and manage project risks and opportunities throughout the lifecycle to minimize negative impacts and maximize value.
• HSE & Quality: Ensure that all project activities strictly adhere to corporate Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies and that quality standards are met according to specifications.

Contracts and Procurement

• Contract Strategy: Define the project contracting strategy and manage contract execution (e.g., EPC, EPCM, Lump Sum, Unit Rate).
• Contractor Oversight: Manage and administer contracts with major contractors and suppliers, ensuring compliance with terms, conditions, and schedules.
• Financial Reporting: Oversee the financial performance of the project, including cash flow, forecasting, invoicing, and reporting on Earned Value Management (EVM) metrics.

What you will bring

• Progressive experience in managing capital projects, with at least 10 years in a Project Manager role.
• Direct, verifiable experience managing projects within the Mining, Metals, Heavy Industrial Construction sector is mandatory.
• Proven expertise in project delivery methods, contract management, and strong working knowledge of Project Controls (scheduling, cost estimating, risk management).
• Exceptional leadership, negotiation, problem-solving, and communication skills (written and verbal).
• Experience with large, multi-site projects or international project management.
• Advanced proficiency with integrated project management systems (e.g., SAP, EcoSys, Primavera P6).

Education – Qualifications, Accreditation, Training

Required:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in Canada, and applicable for the province in which you are applying for.

For applicants based in the province of British Columbia, the salary range is $167,000 to $196,000 CAD.
For applicants based in the province of Ontario, the salary range is $164,000 to $192,000 CAD.
Application of the pay band: Variation in salary is determined by factors such as the candidate’s qualifications, relevant years of experience, geographic location, internal pay equity, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role.

Moving forward together

We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation. We're building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace. Creating a space where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, and are heard.

And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology. Whatever your ambition, there's a path for you here.

And there's no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.