Project Controls Manager - Power

About us

Worley is a global company of energy, chemicals and resources experts headquartered in Australia. We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value across the life of their assets. We specialize in consulting, engineering, procurement and construction across the project lifecycle, with services extending through to operations and decommissioning. Leveraging extensive experience and AI-enabled delivery, we support customers in navigating complexity as they meet today's needs and transition to more sustainable solutions.

Project Controls Manager - Power

Play an integral role in shaping how projects are planned, measured, and delivered—ensuring transparency, predictability, and control across complex construction and EPC programs. You operate at the center of project performance, where cost, schedule, risk, and data converge, enabling leadership teams to make informed decisions. This role connects strategy to execution by delivering the systems, insights, and governance needed to achieve successful project outcomes.

Purpose of the role Play an integral role in leading project controls delivery across one or more projects or a portfolio of concurrent programs. You ensure that cost and schedule performance is proactively managed, accurately reported, and aligned with contractual and organizational objectives. By integrating planning, cost engineering, analytics, and reporting, you support operational excellence and enable projects to meet both performance and financial targets.

You will be responsible for You will lead the development and execution of project controls frameworks that provide clarity, discipline, and accountability across all phases of project delivery. Key accountabilities include:

Establishing and maintaining integrated project controls systems, including cost management, planning and scheduling, and performance measurement frameworks

Providing proactive oversight of cost and schedule performance, ensuring accurate forecasting, trending, and early identification of risks and opportunities

Leading the development of work breakdown structures (WBS), baselines, and reporting systems that align with project and organizational requirements

Collecting, validating, and analyzing performance data, including labor hours, installed quantities, and subcontractor progress to support informed decision-making

Managing earned value, productivity, and risk analyses to provide insight into project performance and drive corrective actions

Identifying, tracking, and quantifying changes to project scope, ensuring visibility of cost and schedule impacts to project leadership and clients

Integrating project controls data with financial and management systems to support broader business and reporting objectives

Leading or supporting project controls teams, including planners, schedulers, cost engineers, and analysts, ensuring capability development and consistent delivery standards

Communicating project performance, risks, and recommendations to senior leadership and stakeholders in a clear, structured, and actionable manner

Supporting project governance processes, including reporting cycles, audits, and performance reviews

Driving continuous improvement in project controls systems, tools, and processes to enhance efficiency and scalability

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What you’ll bring to the role You bring a strong blend of technical expertise, analytical capability, and leadership experience, with a clear focus on driving project performance and delivering results in complex environments.

A degree in engineering, construction management, finance, or a related discipline—or equivalent relevant experience

Typically 10+ years of experience in project controls, cost engineering, planning & scheduling, or project delivery, including leadership or supervisory experience

Demonstrated experience supporting or leading project controls on large-scale power generation projects, including simple-cycle and combined cycle environments

Strong understanding of project controls methodologies, including earned value management, forecasting, cost control, scheduling, and risk analysis

Proven ability to translate data into actionable insights, enabling better decision-making and improved project outcomes

Strong commercial awareness, including understanding of contract structures, cost drivers, and financial objectives

Experience leading teams or managing project controls functions, with the ability to drive accountability and performance

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical and commercial information to senior stakeholders and clients

A collaborative leadership style, with the ability to influence across multidisciplinary teams and resolve challenges effectively

Advanced knowledge of project controls systems, processes, and tools, with the ability to troubleshoot issues and drive process improvements

Ability to operate independently, making sound decisions aligned with project and organizational priorities

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 ready to take ownership of project performance, influence decision-making, and help deliver complex projects with greater control and confidence, we encourage you to apply and join Worley.

Moving forward together We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation. We’re building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace. Creating a space where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, and are heard.

And we’re not just talking about it; we’re doing it. We’re reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today’s low carbon energy infrastructure and technology. Whatever your ambition, there’s a path for you here. And there’s no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.

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