Project Manager II, Consulting

Worley•Houston, TX

12h•Hybrid

About The Position

Worley Consulting Group is seeking a Project Manager II for their Worley Consulting Digital team in Houston, Texas. This role is crucial in addressing the dual challenge of supplying energy to a growing population while mitigating climate change risks. The company focuses on developing strategies and business cases for emissions-intensive clients to transition to low-carbon energy options efficiently and safely. Consultants advise on circular and hydrogen economies, water stewardship, electrification, and climate change risk and adaptation, working on global projects. Worley Consulting operates within various sectors including Advanced Analysis, Asset Advisory, Energy Transition and Sustainability, Environment and Society, and more, aiming to solve critical infrastructure, environmental, energy, and resource challenges and shape a sustainable future. Sustainability is at the core of their operations, driving them to question assumptions and find the best way forward. The Project Manager will report to the Director, Business Operations & Execution, and will be responsible for leading and delivering digital projects across Canada, the US, and LATAM in industries like Oil & Gas, mining, and other resource sectors. This involves managing all project phases, overseeing cross-functional teams, driving operational excellence, and supporting P&L outcomes. Success requires strong project governance, stakeholder engagement, and collaboration to develop integrated solutions, expand project scope, and enhance client value delivery. The role also contributes to talent development, client satisfaction, and market responsiveness to support sustainable business growth.

Requirements

Over 15 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.
A degree in either engineering, I&C, automation.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in Oil & Gas, Chemicals, Renewables and Mining is an asset.
Must be located or willing to commute on a regular basis to Houston, Texas.
Willing to travel an average of 25%.

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.
Leading and delivering digital projects across Canada, the US, and LATAM.
Managing all phases of project execution from planning and resourcing to delivery and closeout while ensuring alignment with budget, schedule, and quality standards.
Overseeing cross-functional teams, driving operational excellence, and supporting vertical P&L outcomes through disciplined execution and continuous improvement.
Expanding project scope, identifying opportunities for growth within existing engagements, and enhancing value delivery to clients.
Contributing to talent development, client satisfaction, and market responsiveness to support sustainable business growth across the region.