Project Manager - Environmental Consulting

Worley; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Worley Consulting in Alberta seeks an experienced Project Manager - Environmental Consulting to lead Liability Management and Restoration projects for oil and gas operations. You will oversee Phase 1/2 site assessments, manage client portfolios, and coordinate multi-disciplinary teams to deliver safe, compliant outcomes.

The role requires 7+ years in environmental consulting, strong regulatory knowledge (Canada/AB), excellent communication, and relationship-building with clients and vendors.

Qualifications

• Technical diploma or university degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Geology, or a related discipline.
• Professional designation such as P.Tech, P.Eng, or P.Ag is required.
• Typically 7+ years of project experience in environmental consulting or engineering.
• Strong knowledge of federal and Western Canadian provincial environmental regulations, especially Alberta.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate and supervise environmental field investigations.
• Ability to present technical information clearly and professionally, both in writing and verbally.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage environmental projects in line with contracts, regulations, and Worley governance.
• Plan and optimize Liability Management and Restoration programs for efficiency and compliance.
• Complete Phase 1 and Phase 2 environmental site assessments.
• Manage an existing client portfolio and serve as the primary delivery contact.
• Build relationships with customers, contractors, vendors, and internal teams.
• Define objectives and ensure scope, schedule, cost and quality alignment.
• Coordinate multi-disciplinary teams and ensure safe project execution.
• Support proposals and present deliverables as needed.
• Conduct site visits to support project execution and engagement.

Skills

Project management

Regulatory compliance

Team leadership

Client relationship management

Excellent communication

Education

Environmental Science degree

Engineering/Geology related degree

Professional designation (P.Tech / P.Eng / P.Ag)

Job description

Building on our past. Ready for the future

Worley is a global professional services company of energy, chemicals and resources experts. We partner with customers to deliver projects and create value over the life of their assets. We’re bridging two worlds, moving towards more sustainable energy sources, while helping to provide the energy, chemicals and resources needed now.

Project Manager - Environmental Consulting

Alberta

At Worley Consulting, we partner with customers to manage environmental liabilities and support effective restoration across the asset lifecycle. As a Project Manager - Environmental Consulting, you will lead the delivery of Liability Management and Restoration (LMR) projects supporting oil and gas field operations in the Cold Lake region.

This role is suited to an experienced environmental professional with a strong technical foundation and the ability to translate regulatory, customer, and operational requirements into clear and practical execution strategies. You will be accountable for project planning, delivery, and performance, while building trusted customer relationships and supporting consistent, predictable outcomes across the portfolio.

Working both independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team, you will play a key role in strengthening Worley Consulting’s presence in the region through safe, compliant, and efficient project delivery.

This position will be working a hybrid schedule from the Worley Consulting’s Edmonton or Calgary office, with occasional travel to Cold Lake as required.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage environmental projects in accordance with contractual requirements, regulatory frameworks, and Worley Consulting governance.
• Plan, execute, and optimize Liability Management and Restoration (LMR) programs to support operational efficiency, safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance.
• Complete and oversee Phase 1 and Phase 2 environmental site assessments.
• Support and manage an existing Worley client portfolio, acting as a primary point of contact for project delivery.
• Build, maintain, and strengthen effective working relationships with customers, contractors, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
• Clearly define and align client objectives, ensuring project outcomes meet agreed scope, schedule, cost, and quality expectations.
• Establish consistent work execution approaches, operational metrics, and management practices across client teams.
• Provide strong health, safety, and environmental leadership across all projects and field activities.
• Coordinate and support integrated, multi-disciplinary teams delivering environmental services.
• Manage contractor and vendor performance, ensuring work is completed safely and in accordance with project specifications.
• Support proposal development and, where required, take a leadership role in preparing and presenting proposals, reports, and technical deliverables.
• Conduct occasional site visits to support project execution and maintain strong customer engagement.

Qualifications / Skill Set

Technical and Professional Experience

• Technical diploma or university degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Geology, or a related discipline from an accredited institution.
• Professional designation such as P.Tech, P.Eng, or P.Ag is required.
• Typically 7+ years of project experience in an environmental consulting and/or engineering environment.
• Strong working knowledge of federal and Western Canadian provincial environmental regulations, with experience supporting projects in Alberta.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate and supervise environmental field investigations.
• Ability to present technical information clearly and professionally, both in writing and verbally.
• Strong computer skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, multi‑task environment.

Customer And Leadership Skills

• Proven ability to build and maintain trusted, long‑term relationships with customers and stakeholders.
• Clear and confident communication of project requirements, contractual obligations, customer expectations, key performance indicators, and project status.
• Experience managing contractor and vendor relationships with a focus on safety, quality, and compliance.
• Self‑motivated, adaptable, and comfortable coordinating teams across multiple workstreams.
• Willingness to take ownership of outcomes and support continuous improvement in project delivery.

We’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone feels they belong, can bring themselves, and are heard. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by law.

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.

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.