Manager, Business Development

Worley•,

13d

About The Position

The Business Manager is a key member of the Project Leadership Team, responsible for driving the commercial, financial, operational, and strategic performance of the BCEI Bastrop Project. The role works closely with the Project Director, Construction Leadership, Engineering, Project Controls, Procurement, and client stakeholders to support successful project delivery, business objectives, and long-term value creation. The Business Manager oversees project financials, governance, portfolio reporting, risk management, resource planning, contract administration, and executive stakeholder engagement, while ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and client expectations. The position also supports project planning, performance improvement, commercial management, and coordination across project workstreams.

Requirements

15+ years of experience supporting large capital projects.
Strong commercial and financial acumen.
Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and interfacing with executive stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Construction Management, Finance, or a related discipline.
MBA, PMP, PgMP, or equivalent certification.
Demonstrated experience in data center projects, hyperscale developments, oil and gas facilities, mission-critical infrastructure, industrial megaprojects, and portfolio and program management.
Experience with data center campus development, utility infrastructure, mission-critical facilities, industrial construction, EPC/EPCM project delivery, large-scale capital project governance, or multibillion-dollar project environments.

Responsibilities

Serve as a trusted advisor to the Project Director on business, commercial, and operational matters.
Drive project governance, business planning, and strategic decision-making.
Lead project performance reviews and executive reporting activities.
Support the development and execution of project delivery strategies.
Monitor project KPIs and implement performance improvement initiatives.
Manage project forecasting, budgeting, cash flow, cost performance, and profitability.
Lead monthly financial reviews and variance analysis.
Support contract administration, change management, claims avoidance, and commercial negotiations.
Oversee project revenue recognition and financial compliance requirements.
Ensure accurate reporting to executive leadership and client stakeholders.
Provide oversight across multiple workstreams and project portfolios.
Integrate project controls, scheduling, cost management, and reporting functions.
Monitor project risks and opportunities and facilitate mitigation strategies.
Coordinate business reviews across engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning activities.
Build and maintain effective relationships with clients, partners, contractors, and executive leadership.
Present project performance updates to senior management and client leadership teams.
Facilitate cross-functional collaboration to achieve project objectives.
Lead governance reviews and project assurance processes.
Monitor compliance with project procedures, policies, and contractual obligations.
Ensure robust risk management processes are maintained throughout the project lifecycle.