Role PurposeThe Senior Project Director provides strategic leadership and oversight for the execution of large-scale, complex engineering and construction projects or programs. This role is accountable for delivering projects safely, on time, within budget, and in alignment with Worley's operational and sustainability objectives.
Operating with a high degree of autonomy, the Senior Project Director leads multidisciplinary teams, manages critical client relationships, and drives project excellence across the full lifecycle-from early study phases through execution and closeout.
In the Baton Rouge/Gulf Coast market, this role will primarily support refining, petrochemical, and brownfield capital projects, including sustaining capital programs, plant expansions, debottlenecking initiatives, and turnaround-driven scopes across operating facilities.
Key ResponsibilitiesProject & Program Leadership- Lead the successful execution of major capital projects and/or portfolios, ensuring alignment with client requirements and business objectives
- Oversee engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning activities across all project phases
- Direct delivery of brownfield capital projects within active operating facilities, ensuring minimal disruption to ongoing operations
- Manage project performance including safety, cost, schedule, quality, and risk
- Establish execution strategies aligned with Gulf Coast client expectations and regulatory requirements
Strategic & Commercial Oversight- Develop and implement project strategies that support long-term business goals
- Ensure strong financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, and commercial performance
- Drive decision-making on complex project issues impacting delivery and profitability
- Identify opportunities for value creation across sustaining capital, plant modernization, and reliability-driven programs Stakeholder &
Client Management- Serve as the primary interface with senior client stakeholders and executive leadership
- Build and maintain strong relationships with major Gulf Coast operators (refining and chemical clients)
- Lead negotiations and manage contractual obligations and changes
- Support repeat business through trusted delivery and client partnership
Leadership & Team Development- Lead, mentor, and develop high-performing, multidisciplinary project teams
- Foster a culture of safety, collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement
- Align team objectives with Worley's broader strategy and sustainability goals
- Drive performance management and talent development initiatives
Governance, Risk & Compliance- Ensure compliance with all safety, regulatory, and corporate governance requirements
- Lead execution within heavily regulated operating environments, including OSHA, environmental, and site-specific standards
- Proactively identify risks and implement mitigation strategies
- Maintain robust project controls and reporting processes
- Champion Worley's commitment to delivering sustainable change
QualificationsRequired- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline
- Extensive experience delivering large-scale EPC/EPCM projects in refining, petrochemical, or chemical manufacturing environments
- Demonstrated success delivering brownfield capital projects within operating facilities
- Strong commercial acumen, including contract and financial management
- Proven leadership experience managing large, multidisciplinary teams
Preferred- Advanced degree (MBA or equivalent)
- Professional certifications (e.g., PMP, PE, or equivalent)
- Experience supporting Gulf Coast clients (e.g., major oil & gas, chemical, or downstream operators)
- Experience with turnaround integration, constructability planning, and minimizing operational disruptions
Experience & Competencies- Relevant experience with progressive leadership responsibility
- Strong background in capital project delivery within live plant environments
- Deep understanding of brownfield execution challenges, including constructability, access, safety, and tie-ins
- Strategic thinker with the ability to translate business objectives into execution plans
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex projects through others
- High degree of autonomy with accountability for major business outcomes
