Worley

Senior Director, Construction (Power & Data Center Projects)

Worley$150K — $180K *
Energy & Utilities
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 15+ years of construction management experience in EPC or industrial environments
  • Expertise in constructing simple cycle or combined cycle power plants
  • Experience in delivering data center construction projects, especially in fast-track environments
  • Strong project management skills with proven record of staying on schedule and budget
  • Deep knowledge of construction contracts and risk management
  • Ability to lead large, multidisciplinary teams and influence executive stakeholders
  • Advanced problem-solving and commercial acumen abilities
  • Strong communication skills for clear and persuasive presentation
  • Collaborative leadership style with a focus on accountability
  • Proficiency in construction systems and process optimization
  • Degree in engineering, construction management, or relevant experience

Responsibilities

  • Lead construction execution for power and data center projects
  • Develop and oversee construction strategies, schedules, and budgets
  • Manage multiple project teams or a significant high-impact project
  • Build strong relationships with clients and stakeholders for transparency
  • Ensure compliance with contractual and regulatory standards
  • Drive safety performance and promote a zero harm culture
  • Identify project risks and create strategic mitigation plans
  • Provide recommendations to senior leadership based on project insights
  • Mentor and develop construction teams with accountability for performance
  • Oversee resource planning and staffing for optimization
  • Enhance construction systems and processes for continuous improvement

Benefits

  • Paid-time off and holiday pay (usually 8 per year in the US)
  • Eligibility to participate in medical, life, dental, and vision insurance plans
  • 401K plan
Full Job Description
Senior Director, Construction (Power & Data Center Projects)

Play an integral role in leading the delivery of large-scale power generation projects that directly impact energy reliability, infrastructure resilience, and the transition to more sustainable solutions. You will operate at the intersection of strategy and field execution-bringing structure, leadership, and clarity to complex construction environments. This is a highly visible leadership role where your ability to align teams, drive performance, and deliver predictable outcomes shapes both project success and long-term client relationships.

Purpose of the role
Play an integral role in directing construction execution across major capital power projects, ensuring safe, high-quality, and cost-effective delivery. You will translate project and business objectives into actionable construction strategies, aligning multidisciplinary teams and field operations to achieve schedule, cost, and performance targets while meeting contractual and regulatory requirements.

You will be responsible for
  • Leading the construction strategy and execution for large-scale power generation projects, including cogeneration and other complex power technologies
  • Providing overall direction and governance for construction activities to ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within or below budget, and in alignment with contractual obligations
  • Developing integrated construction plans, methodologies, and execution strategies that align with project objectives and client expectations
  • Driving operational performance across construction phases by optimizing productivity, managing risk, and ensuring quality outcomes
  • Leading, mentoring, and developing construction leadership teams, including construction managers, superintendents, and field supervisors
  • Collaborating closely with engineering, procurement, project controls, and client stakeholders to enable seamless EPC/EPCM project delivery
  • Building a deep understanding of customer objectives, contract frameworks, and organizational policies to guide decisions and execution strategies
  • Leading complex problem-solving efforts, applying both technical expertise and practical judgment to resolve challenges efficiently
  • Overseeing workforce planning, contractor performance, and resource allocation to maximize execution efficiency and project outcomes
  • Ensuring full compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards, reinforcing a strong safety-first culture across all activities
  • Communicating effectively with senior leadership and client stakeholders, providing clear visibility into progress, risks, and opportunities
  • Influencing key decisions that impact project performance, commercial outcomes, and long-term business success
  • Contributing to the continuous improvement of construction systems, tools, and delivery frameworks across the organization

What you'll bring to the role
You bring a strong combination of strategic leadership, deep construction expertise, and the ability to deliver results in complex, high-performance environments.
  • Extensive experience delivering large-scale power generation construction projects, including cogeneration and comparable technologies
  • Proven leadership capability across major capital projects, including the ability to lead through construction managers and multidisciplinary teams
  • Strong strategic construction management experience, with the ability to develop and execute plans aligned with project, client, and organizational objectives
  • Deep technical knowledge of construction systems, field execution methodologies, project delivery models, and industry best practices
  • Demonstrated success delivering large capital projects in power generation, energy infrastructure, or related sectors
  • Strong commercial acumen, including contract interpretation, cost control, risk management, and alignment with financial objectives
  • Ability to make independent, high-impact decisions that influence project planning, execution strategy, and operational outcomes
  • Experience leading large teams, including direct and indirect reports, with accountability for performance management and capability development
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to present complex issues and recommendations to senior leadership and clients
  • A collaborative leadership style that promotes alignment, accountability, and high-performing teams across diverse disciplines
  • Advanced understanding of construction systems, processes, and tools, with the ability to mentor others and drive continuous improvement
  • Typically a degree in engineering, construction management, or a related discipline-or equivalent experience-with approximately 20+ years of relevant industry experience

Benefits
Feel the energy at Worley with access to a range of benefits including: paid-time off, holiday pay (usually 8 per year in the US), and eligibility to participate in the medical, life, dental, and vision insurance plans, as well as 401K plan.

Apply today
If you are an experienced construction leader who is driven to deliver complex power projects, lead high-performing teams, and make a meaningful impact on the future of energy, we encourage you to explore this opportunity and apply.

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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.
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