Project Manager II (Automation) Worley Consulting, Digital
About The Position
Worley Consulting Group is seeking a Project Manager II for their Digital division in Houston, Texas. This role is crucial in managing all phases of project execution, from planning and resourcing to delivery and closeout, ensuring alignment with budget, schedule, and quality standards. The Project Manager will lead cross-functional teams, drive operational excellence, and support vertical P&L outcomes through disciplined execution and continuous improvement. The position involves leading and delivering digital projects across Canada, the US, and LATAM in key industries such as Oil & Gas, mining, and other resource sectors, aligning with strategic business objectives and operational priorities. A key focus will be on expanding project scope, identifying opportunities for growth within existing engagements, and enhancing value delivery to clients. The Project Manager will also contribute to talent development, client satisfaction, and market responsiveness to support sustainable business growth across the region.
Requirements
- Over 8 years’ experience managing projects or deploying advanced automation, instrumentation, and control in industrial settings.
- Proven performance leading technical work as a Project Manager.
- Demonstrated capabilities to build relationships with customers and other stakeholders.
- Strong commercial acumen and experience in various commercial contracting models/risk profiles (Lump Sum/Fixed Price/Target Price/Reimbursable, etc.).
- Proven experience in Waterfall and Agile project management.
- Competent in MS Project, Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams and PowerPoint.
- Experience managing a portfolio of projects and working with clients for pull through work.
- Motivational leadership style and strong communication skills with ability to develop high performance culture.
- Ability to identify, quantify, and mitigate risks effectively through positive decision making.
- Ability to manage project change effectively with project team and clients.
- Capable of working with a diverse global project team working in an office and remotely.
- Must be located or willing to commute on a regular basis to Houston, Texas.
- Willing to travel an average of 25%.
- A degree in either engineering or I&C, automation.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working in Oil & Gas, Chemicals, Renewables and Mining is an asset.
Responsibilities
- Execution of project scope to a defined budget and schedule; manages and documents change orders, seeking customer approval prior to changes.
- Ensures customer satisfaction with the agreed-upon deliverables.
- Is accountable for office and site safety for the project team.
- Recommends and selects the project team.
- Manages mobilization to plan.
- Assures all team members have the appropriate tools and equipment.
- Mentors Project Engineers and junior team members.
- Identifies and provides any specialized knowledge and training for the project team.
- Evaluates team member performance.
- Identifies opportunities to grow existing project scopes and expand service offerings.
- Proactively seeks and develops new business opportunities within existing and adjacent markets.
- Actively contributes to the PMO through process improvement, knowledge sharing, and governance support.
- Travel as required for various field programs.
Benefits
- excellent remuneration & benefits package
- friendly, professional, dynamic and flexible work environment
- opportunity to develop your career prospects locally and internationally
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
