Worley

Project Engineering Manager - US MMM

Worley • $120K — $150K *
Mesa, AZ 85204In-Person
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
1 month ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of Engineering Management experience.
  • 5+ years of experience in Mining, Minerals & Metals projects.
  • 4+ years of EPC/EPCM Mining project experience.
  • Mining regulatory/MSHA certification and experience required.
  • Bachelor's Engineering degree or equivalent.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage multi-discipline engineering teams across various project phases.
  • Act as the overall Engineering Manager, ensuring technical integrity and adherence to safety and quality standards.
  • Plan and oversee engineering activities throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Coordinate with internal and external teams to ensure effective engineering execution.
  • Define project engineering scopes, conduct cost estimates, and oversee change management processes.
  • Promote safe and sustainable practices in all engineering designs and executions.
  • Mentor team members and guide engineering leads to enhance technical competencies.

Benefits

  • Full-time position located in Mesa, Arizona.
  • Opportunity to lead significant multi-billion dollar projects.
  • Development-focused role with mentoring of engineering staff.
  • Exposure to diverse clients and complex engineering challenges.
  • Involvement in safe and sustainable engineering practices.
Full Job Description
Summary:

The Project Engineering Manager (PEM) will lead the design for a multi-billion copper mine. The PEM will provide the leadership required and support the project delivery team to drive the engineering objectives of the project. This is a pivotal role in the engineering delivery of MMM projects.

We seek a self-motivated individual with strong leadership and communication skills, adept at solving complex Engineering challenges.

This is a full-time position based at our Mesa, Arizona office.

Responsibilities:
  • Lead and manage multi-discipline engineering teams across Mining, Minerals, and Metals EPC and EPCM projects.
  • Act as the overall Engineering Manager, accountable for technical integrity, safety, quality, schedule, and budget.
  • Plan, coordinate, and direct engineering activities across Pre-Feasibility, Feasibility, FEED, and Detailed Engineering phases.
  • Manage engineering execution across multiple offices, GID/workshare locations, and external contractors.
  • Apply a strong understanding of engineering sequencing and workflow for EPCM project delivery.
  • Lead engineering scope definition, cost estimates, gated reviews, and change management for EPC/EPCM projects.
  • Deliver projects that are safe, sustainable, on time, and within budget, for both lump-sum and cost-reimbursable contracts.
  • Establish, manage, and control the Basis of Design (BoD), Project Execution Plan (PEP), and Engineering SEAL Plan.
  • Ensure engineering deliverables comply with codes, standards, Worley systems, and client requirements.
  • Work closely with discipline leads to make technical decisions, remove roadblocks, and maintain progress.
  • Act as the primary technical interface with the client, ensuring alignment with engineering requirements and project objectives.
  • Promote and embed Safe and Sustainable Engineering principles throughout design and execution.
  • Plan and execute technical peer reviews in accordance with Worley Technical Stewardship and SEAL requirements.
  • Coordinate engineering inputs to project schedules, resource plans, and cost control activities.
  • Monitor and manage engineering resources to meet quality, schedule, and commitment targets.
  • Oversee engineering systems, digital tools, data management, and document control implementation.
  • Support procurement, construction, commissioning, and field engineering activities as required.
  • Define and manage Workshare / GID technical scope, ensuring quality and effective multi-office coordination.
  • Identify risks, uncertainties, and technical holds; drive mitigation and closure.
  • Mentor and develop engineering leads and team members; support technical competency development.
  • Ensure compliance with HSE requirements, confidentiality, and intellectual property obligations.
  • Review of Detailed Engineering design, documents, drawings, calculation and sealing and stamping for the IFC issuance.


What you will bring
Technical/Industry Experience and Qualifications Requirements:
  • 10+ years Engineering Management experience.
  • 5+ years Mining, Minerals & Metals projects experience.
  • 4+ years of EPC/EPCM Mining project experience.
  • Mining regulatory/MSHA certification and experience.

Additional Skills:
  • An excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with diverse clients.
  • A strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to address complex technical and operational challenges and,
  • Demonstrated leadership in managing critical projects with a focus on safety, efficiency, and value optimization.


Education - Qualifications, Accreditation, Training:

Required:
  • Bachelor's Engineering degree in Metallurgical, Mechanical, Electrical or Structural Engineering or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred:
  • Advanced degree/qualification in Engineering would be considered an asset.


Please note: No agency representation or submissions will be recognized for this vacancy.

About Worley

Worley is a global engineering and construction company that provides services to the energy, chemicals, and resources sectors. The company was founded in 2019 through the merger of WorleyParsons and Jacobs' Energy, Chemicals and Resources division. Worley has over 48,000 employees in 49 countries and provides a range of services including consulting, engineering, procurement, construction, and project management. The company is committed to sustainability and has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint and increase the use of renewable energy in its operations.
Learn more about Worley
Size
47,700 employees
Industry
Real Estate & Construction
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