Sr. Construction Manager - Pipelines

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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.

Play an integral role in delivering some of the most complex and high-impact pipeline infrastructure projects in the world. As a Sr. Construction Manager - Pipelines, you lead execution across arctic and remote environments where precision, safety, and resilience are critical to success. You partner closely with project leadership, clients, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure construction delivery aligns with strategic objectives, contractual requirements, and operational excellence standards.

Purpose of the role

You will be responsible for providing strategic direction and end-to-end management of construction activities for major pipeline projects, with a strong emphasis on arctic and permafrost environments. The role ensures projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with contractual and regulatory obligations.

You develop and execute construction strategies that align with customer objectives and Worley's operational frameworks, while proactively identifying risks and implementing mitigation plans. You bring deep domain expertise to complex challenges, enabling informed decision-making and driving high-performance outcomes across project teams.

Core Responsibilities

You will be responsible for:

• Leading construction execution for large-scale pipeline projects, including arctic and remote terrain delivery
• Developing and overseeing integrated construction plans aligned with project, business, and organizational priorities
• Ensuring compliance with contractual obligations, regulatory requirements, and Worley policies and procedures
• Driving a safety-first culture across all construction activities, particularly in high-risk and extreme weather environments
• Managing project schedules, budgets, and resources to achieve or exceed performance targets
• Providing leadership to direct and indirect reports, including performance management, workforce planning, and capability development
• Collaborating with clients, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to align on project objectives and deliverables
• Identifying and resolving complex construction challenges through innovative and practical solutions
• Presenting project updates, risks, and recommendations to senior leadership and client stakeholders
• Supporting the development and implementation of construction systems, tools, and process improvements

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What you'll bring to the role

• Extensive experience (typically 15+ years) in construction management within the energy, oil & gas, or pipeline sectors
• Demonstrated experience delivering major pipeline projects, including large-diameter pipelines and multi-spread execution
• Proven expertise working in arctic, subarctic, or permafrost environments, with a strong understanding of cold-weather construction methodologies
• Strong project management capability, including planning, cost control, scheduling, and risk management
• Experience leading large, multidisciplinary teams in remote or logistically complex environments
• Deep understanding of contract structures, commercial frameworks, and client delivery expectations
• Ability to interpret complex technical and organizational challenges and translate them into actionable strategies
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence, persuade, and align senior stakeholders
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly to executive audiences
• A collaborative, pragmatic approach with a focus on delivering outcomes in challenging environments
• Degree in engineering, construction management, or a related discipline (or equivalent relevant experience)

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.

Join us to shape the future of energy infrastructure in some of the world's most demanding environments. If you are ready to bring your expertise to high-impact projects and work alongside industry-leading professionals, we encourage you to apply.

About Us

Worley is a global professional services company delivering projects and expertise across energy, chemicals, and resources. With a strong track record in major projects and a clear ambition to lead in sustainability solutions, we are committed to delivering a more sustainable world while meeting today's energy and resource needs.

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 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.

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