Project Manager at WorleyParsons

  • Lagos, Nigeria
  • December 25, 2025

Task Manager

WorleyParsons is a globally recognized professional services company providing engineering, procurement, and project management services across the energy, chemicals, and resources sectors. The company has maintained a strong presence in Africa since the 1970s, beginning with operations in Cairo, Egypt, and expanding across the continent over the decades. In Nigeria, WorleyParsons operates through its joint venture, DeltaAfrik Engineering Limited, established in Lagos in 2003.

Over the past several years, WorleyParsons has successfully delivered more than 100 projects across over 15 countries, ranging from small brownfield service contracts to large-scale greenfield developments. The company’s capabilities span the full asset lifecycle—from opportunity identification and concept development through execution and into operations—making it a trusted partner on complex, high-impact projects.

To support ongoing and future projects, WorleyParsons is seeking a highly experienced Project Manager to join its Lagos operations.

Job Title: Project Manager
Requisition ID: LAG007B
Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Job Function: Project Management

Role Overview
The Project Manager will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and managing the design, procurement, construction, and commissioning of assigned projects. The role requires strong leadership, technical depth, and commercial awareness to ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in line with client expectations. The successful candidate will also play a leadership role in proposal preparation and client engagement.

Key Responsibilities

Project Delivery & Leadership

  • Plan, coordinate, and manage all phases of assigned projects from initiation through commissioning

  • Ensure client objectives are clearly defined, agreed upon, and consistently met or exceeded

  • Drive delivery performance to achieve or surpass budgeted gross margins

  • Provide strong and visible leadership in health, safety, and environmental (HSE) performance

Team Management

  • Lead and motivate multidisciplinary project teams toward a shared vision of success

  • Define clear roles, responsibilities, and performance expectations

  • Monitor milestones and key objectives, addressing issues and removing obstacles as they arise

  • Mentor team members, contribute to performance evaluations, and identify training needs

Client & Stakeholder Management

Cost, Design, and Execution Control

  • Prepare accurate project estimates and manage overall cost and performance budgets

  • Establish and maintain effective cost reporting and control systems

  • Set objectives for design, procurement, subcontracting, and construction teams

  • Ensure compliance with design standards, client specifications, and applicable regulations

  • Monitor construction activities to ensure safe, timely, and cost-effective delivery

Requirements & Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Civil Engineering (postgraduate qualification desirable)

  • Minimum of 15 years’ experience in facilities engineering, preferably within the oil and gas sector

  • Proven track record as a Project Manager on projects valued at US$100m or more

  • Broad knowledge of oil and gas engineering practices, processes, and tools

  • Strong leadership, coordination, and decision-making skills

  • Demonstrated commitment to HSE management in a project environment

  • Experience working on Project Management Teams (PMT), reviewing EPC contractor deliverables

  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to present complex ideas clearly

  • Proficiency in MS Office and standard enterprise communication tools

Application Closing Date: Not Specified

How to Apply:
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online through the official WorleyParsons recruitment portal.

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