Department Manager - Civil, Structural & Architectural (CSA)

WorleyParsons Ltd•Charleston, WV

64d•Onsite

About The Position

Worley is a global professional services company of energy, chemicals and resources experts headquartered in Australia. Right now, we're bridging two worlds as we accelerate to more sustainable energy sources, while helping our customers provide the energy, chemicals and resources that society needs now. We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value over the life of their portfolio of assets. We solve complex problems by finding integrated data-centric solutions from the first stages of consulting and engineering to installation and commissioning, to the last stages of decommissioning and remediation. Join us and help drive innovation and sustainability in our projects. Summary: On-site in Charleston, WV. This position is open only to individuals who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship for employment visas, now or in the future, is not available for this position. Purpose: The Department Manager - Civil, Structural & Architectural (CSA) Engineering provides strategic and technical leadership for the CSA discipline within Worley's Charleston, WV office. This role oversees all aspects of department performance, including operations, people development, quality, safety, and project delivery. The Department Manager ensures CSA deliverables meet Worley's global standards and client expectations while driving innovation, efficiency, and collaboration across multi-discipline projects. The role also provides mentorship, ensures compliance with Worley systems and standards, and supports business development activities to grow the CSA discipline and strengthen client relationships in the region.

Requirements

Bachelor's or master's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or professional experience.
Professional Engineer (PE) license in the state of West Virginia, or the ability to obtain one as required.
Minimum 15 years of experience in civil, structural, and architectural engineering within EPC or consulting environments.
Minimum 5 years of supervisory or department leadership experience.
Willingness to travel occasionally for client meetings, site visits, and vendor engagements.
Willingness to relocate to Charleston WV and maintain a strong in-office presence.

Nice To Haves

Experience with global or multi-office execution models preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with Worley policies, procedures, and department guidelines.
Identify and escalate department or project issues to management as appropriate.
Support department sub-groups and facilitate resolution of inter-discipline, vendor, and client interface issues.
Review and approve departmental administrative items such as expense claims and timesheets.
Personnel and team development to execute Projects within the Worley Framework.
Plan and lead regular CSA department meetings to communicate priorities, performance, and updates.
Identify potential risks or liabilities and propose mitigation solutions.
Prepare and deliver technical presentations and project briefings as needed.
Apply strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills to support sound decision-making and clear information flow.
Champion Worley's LIFE and HSE programs to ensure all activities align with company safety standards.
Foster a proactive safety culture and promote Zero Harm principles in all project execution.
Demonstrate integrity, customer focus, and ethical leadership in all aspects of department management.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee resumes and discipline capabilities to support proposals.
Lead CSA scope definition and CTR (Cost, Time, and Resource) development for estimates and bids.
Participate in client meetings and proposal presentations to represent CSA capabilities.
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and contractors to support repeat business.
Manage staffing, resource planning, and workload allocation across the CSA discipline.
Mentor and coach engineers, designers, and discipline leads to enhance technical and leadership capability.
Lead onboarding, assign mentors, and establish developmental goals for new hires.
Foster a culture of collaboration and performance excellence across multi-discipline CSA teams and projects.
Facilitate performance reviews, career development planning, and recognition activities.
Support professional development, continuing education, and pursuit of PE registration.
Ensure compliance with Worley Engineering Practices, applicable design codes, and regulatory standards across industrial and commercial facilities.
Standardize deliverables such as calculations, reports, drawings, and specifications across projects.
Conduct or oversee technical reviews to maintain quality and integrity of designs.
Utilize and promote engineering software such as STAAD, RISA, Civil 3D, and Revit to enhance technical accuracy and efficiency.
Implement continuous improvement initiatives based on lessons learned and audit findings.
Encourage the use of Worley's global resources (HVEC/Workshare) for optimized delivery.
Define and maintain scope, cost, and schedule requirements for CSA deliverables.
Support project managers in forecasting discipline budgets, manpower, and progress.
Monitor progress and address issues impacting quality, schedule, or profitability.
Participate in project risk assessments and ensure technical and execution risks are communicated and mitigated.
Support internal and external technical audits and ensure alignment with QA/QC standards.
Lead and coordinate workshare execution with Worley's High Value Engineering Centers (HVECs) in India and Colombia.
Develop local team capability to support seamless integration and global collaboration.
Promote efficient project delivery through coordinated global execution models.
Civil: Site development, grading, drainage, roads, stormwater management, and foundations.
Structural: Steel and concrete structures, equipment supports, and foundation systems for industrial facilities.
Architectural: Building design, code compliance, materials selection, and interface with structural and MEP systems.
Integration: Ensure cohesive design coordination across civil, structural, and architectural scopes.