Project Manager

Worley; Sarnia; On-site; CAD 139,000 - 204,000; Full time

Job summary

Worley in Ontario is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead capital projects in the oil and gas and heavy industrial sectors. You will manage engineering, procurement, and construction teams, ensure scope control, and deliver on time and within budget.

The role demands a P.Eng. in Ontario, strong leadership, and proficiency with SAP/EcoSys/Primavera P6. Based in Sarnia, this full-time position emphasizes safety, governance, and stakeholder collaboration.

Qualifications

• Progressive experience in managing capital projects.
• Direct experience managing Oil & Gas / heavy industrial construction projects.
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Proven expertise in project delivery methods, contract management, and project controls.
• Exceptional leadership, negotiation, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Experience with large, multi-site or international projects.
• 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 internal and external stakeholder communications.
• Define scope and manage changes through Change Management.
• Establish baselines for cost and schedule; monitor variances.
• Identify, analyze, and mitigate project risks and opportunities.
• Ensure HSE and quality adherence across all activities.
• Define contracting strategy and manage contract execution (EPC, EPCM).
• Oversee contractor oversight, schedules, and payments.
• Provide financial reporting and Earned Value Management insights.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field

P.Eng. designation (Ontario)

Project delivery methods

Contract management

Project controls (scheduling, cost estimating, risk management)

Leadership

Communication (written and verbal)

International/multi-site project management

SAP, EcoSys, Primavera P6

Job description

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.

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 Project Manager. Our team includes world class experts and dynamic go-getters. This is a full-time position based in Sarnia, Ontario.

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

Technical and Industry Experience:

• Progressive experience in managing capital projects.
• Direct, verifiable experience managing projects within the Oil and Gas, Heavy Industrial Construction sector is mandatory.
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• 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).

Required

Education – Qualifications, Accreditation, Training:

• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in Ontario.

For applicants based in the province of Ontario, the salary range is $138,950 to $204,338 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.