Senior Manager, Project Management

Worley; Calgary; On-site; CAD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Worley in Calgary, Alberta is seeking a Senior Manager of Project Management to oversee large capital projects valued over CAD 1B. You will lead cross-functional teams, ensure on-time and on-budget delivery, and uphold safety and quality standards across multi-site operations.

The role requires strategic leadership and deep engineering insight. The position is based in Calgary, with responsibility for complex projects in the MMM sector and international collaboration.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive project management experience in senior PM roles.
• Direct experience in Oil & Gas or Heavy Industrial Construction.
• Strong knowledge of project controls, scheduling, cost estimating, and risk management.
• Experience leading large, multi-site or international projects.
• Experience with large, multi-site or international projects.
• Advanced proficiency with integrated project management systems (SAP, EcoSys, Primavera P6).
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/Construction Management; P.Eng. preferred.

Responsibilities

• Hold ultimate accountability for project completion and handover.
• Lead and mentor large, integrated project teams across functions.
• Manage stakeholder relationships with executives, operations, contractors and vendors.
• Define scope, objectives, deliverables and manage changes through Change Management.
• Establish and maintain baseline budget and master schedule; monitor performance and take corrective actions.
• Identify and manage project risks and opportunities throughout the lifecycle.
• Ensure HSE and quality adherence across all project activities.
• Define contracting strategy and manage EPC/EPCM/Lump Sum/Unit Rate contracts.
• Oversee contractor oversight, contract compliance, and schedule adherence.
• Monitor financial performance including cash flow, forecasting, invoicing, and EVM metrics.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Communication

Project delivery

Multi-site/International PM

Contract management

SAP

EcoSys

Primavera P6

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/Construction Management

P.Eng. designation (Alberta)

Tools

SAP

EcoSys

Primavera P6

Job description

Job Description - Senior Manager, Project Management (CAL01YH)

Company : Worley

Job

Project Management

Schedule

Full-time

Employment Type : Employee

Job Posting

Oct 21, 2026

Unposting Date

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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 Senior Manager, Project Management. Our team includes world class experts and dynamic go-getters. This is a full-time position based in Calgary, Alberta.

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:

Technical and Industry Experience:

• Extensive years of progressive experience in managing capital projects, with at least 15 years in a Senior Project Manager role.
• Direct, verifiable experience managing projects within the Oil and Gas or 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 Alberta, or ability to obtain.

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.