Senior Manager, Construction

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 todays needs and transition to more sustainable solutions.

Senior Manager Construction

Play an integral role in shaping how complex construction projects are deliveredbringing strategy execution and leadership together to consistently achieve outcomes that matter. You will step into a highly visible leadership role where your decisions directly influence project success client confidence and organizational performance. This is an opportunity to lead at scale working across multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-impact projects in a dynamic and evolving industry.

Purpose of the role
Play an integral role in leading and directing construction activities across specialized complex projects. You will ensure projects are delivered safely on schedule within or below budget and fully aligned with contractual commitments and customer expectations. This role focuses on translating strategic objectives into actionable execution plansbalancing technical commercial and operational priorities while delivering sustainable high-quality outcomes.

You will be responsible for

• Providing overall leadership and direction for construction execution across one or more high-impact projects
• Developing and overseeing integrated project plans that align business production and organizational priorities
• Ensuring adherence to schedule cost safety and quality objectives while maintaining compliance with contractual obligations
• Building a deep understanding of customer objectives contract terms and corporate policies to drive successful delivery
• Leading and developing project teams including direct and indirect reports through coaching performance management and capability building
• Troubleshooting complex project challenges and developing pragmatic results-focused solutions
• Driving continuous improvement across systems processes and tools and supporting the development of new ways of working
• Communicating effectively with senior leadership and clients presenting complex proposals risks and recommendations
• Influencing stakeholders and fostering collaboration across internal functions and external partners
• Leading organizational change initiatives within projects ensuring alignment and successful implementation of new ideas and strategies

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What youll bring to the role

• A degree in engineering construction management or a related disciplineor equivalent practical experience
• Typically 15 years of progressive experience in construction project management or related technical environments including leadership roles
• Proven ability to manage complex high-value construction projects or multiple concurrent projects
• Strong commercial awareness including experience working with contracts cost control and project delivery frameworks
• Demonstrated leadership capability with experience managing teams driving accountability and influencing outcomes
• Advanced problem-solving skills with the ability to develop tactical and strategic solutions in dynamic environments
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills with confidence presenting to senior leaders and clients
• A collaborative and participative leadership style that encourages teamwork innovation and continuous improvement
• Strong understanding of construction systems processes and tools with the ability to troubleshoot and enhance them
• The ability to translate organizational goals into clear executable project plans and deliver measurable results

Benefits
Feel the energy at Worley with access to a range of benefits including: paid-time off holiday pay (usually 8 per year in the US) and eligibility to participate in the medical life dental and vision insurance plans as well as 401K plan.

Apply today
Take the next step in your career and bring your expertise to a role where you can have a real impact. If you are ready to lead complex construction projects influence strategic outcomes and help shape the future of energy and infrastructure we encourage you to apply.

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 todays needs and transition to more sustainable solutions. Join us and help drive innovation and sustainability in our projects.

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. Were building a diverse inclusive and respectful workplace. Creating a space where everyone feels they belong can be themselves and are heard.

And were not just talking about it; were doing it. Were reskilling our people leveraging transferable skills and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in todays low carbon energy infrastructure and technology. Whatever your ambition theres a path for you here. And theres no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons explore diverse opportunities and be part of delivering sustainable change.

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