Project Engineering Manager

Worley; Madrid; On-site; EUR 87,428 - 131,142; Full time

Job summary

Worley, located in Comunidad de Madrid, is seeking a Project Engineering Manager to lead and oversee engineering and project management for an underground mining plant expansion. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in complex mining projects, especially in iron ore processing, while exhibiting strong leadership and technical expertise in project management.

This role involves defining project scope, leading project design development, managing project plans, and optimizing processes to enhance efficiency while ensuring compliance with regulations.

Worley values diversity and inclusion, providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Mining Engineering or a related field.
• Expertise in process optimization, capacity upgrades, and de-bottlenecking.
• Proven experience managing large-scale projects with budgets exceeding $250 million.
• Strong background in process flowsheet development and regulatory compliance.
• Experience in full lifecycle EPCM delivery managing contractors and site construction.
• Strong commercial, contract and change management experience.
• Proficiency in project management software and engineering software.

Responsibilities

• Define project scope, objectives and deliverables to align with organizational strategy.
• Lead the development of detailed project designs and specifications.
• Develop and manage comprehensive project plans, including schedules and budgets.
• Conduct due diligence assessments and feasibility studies for new projects.
• Drive process optimization initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
• Ensure consistent engineering practices across capital projects.
• Develop and maintain a Project Engineering Management framework.

Skills

Process Optimization

Project Management

Leadership

Communication

Technical Expertise

EPCM Delivery

Contract Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Metallurgical or Mining Engineering

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

AutoCAD

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.

Mission

Project Engineering Manager to lead and oversee the engineering and project management aspects of an underground mining and processing plant expansion. The successful candidate will have a proven track record in complex mining projects, particularly in iron ore processing and will possess strong leadership, communication and technical expertise in project management.

Accountabilities

• Define project scope, objectives and deliverables to align with organizational strategy and technical feasibility.
• Lead the development of detailed project designs and specifications in collaboration with engineering teams.
• Develop and manage comprehensive project plans, including schedules, resource allocation and budget estimates.
• Lead or participate in due diligence assessments and feasibility studies for new projects or acquisitions.
• Proactively seek opportunities for continuous improvement in project methodologies and technologies.
• Drive process optimization initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
• Lead the application of standardized frameworks for consistent engineering practices across capital projects.
• Develop and maintain a Project Engineering Management framework to ensure world‑class project delivery.

Qualifications And Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Mining Engineering or a related field
• Expertise in process optimization, capacity upgrades and de‑bottlenecking (heap leach experience is highly advantageous).
• Proven experience managing large‑scale, complex projects with budgets exceeding $250 million from PFS to completion.
• Strong background in process flowsheet development, feasibility studies, regulatory compliance, budget management, cost control and resource optimization.
• Experience in full lifecycle EPCM delivery environment managing contractors, site construction and commissioning. Working closely with the client
• Strong commercial, contract and change management experience
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera) and engineering software (e.g., AutoCAD).

Moving forward together

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 in 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.