Senior Study Manager

WorleyParsons; Oakville; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm in Oakville, Ontario, is seeking a Senior Study Manager to lead complex studies for major capital projects in the MMM sector. This pivotal role requires a minimum of 10 years of experience in project development, with strong leadership and economic analysis skills. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering and a P.Eng. designation. The role involves managing study scope, budget, and communications with stakeholders. Competitive compensation and an inclusive work environment offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years managing or leading Feasibility Studies in the MMM sector.
• Deep understanding of capital project development stages.
• Exceptional leadership, negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute complex technical and economic studies for major projects.
• Ensure technical integrity and economic analysis for studies.
• Manage communications with executive leadership and stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Technical leadership

Economic analysis

Stakeholder communication

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation

Tools

EPCM and consulting services knowledge

Job description

Job Description - Senior Study Manager (OAK0013)

Senior Study Manager - OAK0013

Company : Worley

Purpose: We are seeking a highly accomplished and results-driven Senior Study Manager to lead and execute complex technical and economic studies for major capital projects in the MMM sector. Based in our Oakville office, this key role is responsible for the successful completion of all project development phases, including Scoping Studies, Pre-Feasibility Studies (PFS), and Definitive Feasibility Studies (DFS). The Senior Study Manager will be the single point of accountability for the study's scope, budget, schedule, and technical integrity, culminating in investment decisions.

Key Responsibilities

1. Study Leadership and Management

• Accountability: Serve as the overall Study Manager, responsible for delivering the study within the approved budget, schedule, and quality parameters.
• Scope Definition: Define and manage the study scope, ensuring clarity on required deliverables, objectives, and interface requirements among all technical disciplines and external consultants.
• Team Leadership: Assemble, coordinate, and manage multidisciplinary internal teams (Engineering, Metallurgy, Geoscience, Environmental) and external Engineering firms/Consultants.
• Stakeholder Management: Manage communications and expectations with executive leadership, internal steering committees, and external stakeholders (e.g., regulatory bodies, partners).

2. Technical and Financial Oversight

• Technical Integrity: Ensure the technical rigor and quality of all engineering, geoscience, process design, and infrastructure work within the study.
• Economic Analysis: Lead the development of the Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) and Operating Expenditure (OPEX) estimates, working closely with cost estimators and financial analysts.
• Risk Management: Identify, assess, and manage key technical, execution, and financial risks throughout the study process.
• Trade-Off Analysis: Direct and manage critical trade-off studies to optimize project value, technology selection, and configuration.

3. Procurement and Governance

• Contract Management: Lead the procurement process for external EPCM or consulting services required for the study, including developing Scopes of Work and managing contracts.
• Governance: Ensure strict adherence to corporate governance protocols, best practices, and regulatory frameworks applicable to project studies (e.g., NI 43-101 compliance if applicable to the Mining sector).
• Documentation: Oversee the final compilation and submission of all formal study reports (Scoping, PFS, DFS) for internal review and public release.

Qualifications & Experience

Required:

• Senior-level, progressive experience in project development and execution within the MMM sector, with a minimum of 10 years directly managing or leading Feasibility Studies.
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (e.g., Mining, Mechanical, Civil) or a related technical discipline.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in Ontario.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multi-million dollar study budgets and aggressive schedules.
• Deep understanding of capital project development stages (Gate Process) and the technical and commercial requirements of each study phase (Scoping, PFS, DFS).
• Exceptional leadership, negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.

Desired Assets:

• MBA or advanced degree in Project Management, Finance, or a related field.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Direct experience presenting technical and financial results to Executive/Board-level audiences.
• Knowledge of project delivery methods (e.g., EPC, EPCM, Alliance).

Moving forward together

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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.