Study coordinator Jobs in Tempe, AZ

Job Description - Senior Study Manager (MES002M)Management Level:Individual Contributor:

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.

Help shape the future of mining projects

We're looking for an experienced Study Manager to lead front-end mining studies and help our customers navigate complex project challenges. In this role, you'll work with multidisciplinary teams, customers, technology providers and industry stakeholders to develop practical, scalable solutions that create long-term value.

You'll play a key role in growing our Mining, Minerals and Metals (MMM) business by leading studies across a range of commodities, including base metals, precious metals and energy transition minerals. From early project concepts through feasibility studies, you'll help shape projects that matter to our customers and the communities they serve.

What you'll do

As a Study Manager, you will:

• Lead mining studies from order-of-magnitude (OOM), conceptual and prefeasibility through feasibility stages
• Manage study scope, budget, schedule and quality to achieve successful project outcomes
• Build strong partnerships with customers, technology providers, regulators and project stakeholders
• Guide multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality study outcomes and recommendations
• Support the development and continuous improvement of study management processes across the MMM sector
• Review study deliverables and provide technical leadership to maintain quality and consistency
• Contribute to MMM strategy and identify opportunities to strengthen our study delivery capabilities
• Support business development activities, including proposal development and strategic pursuits
• Develop innovative solutions that help customers address technical, operational and commercial challenges
• Apply industry knowledge and sound judgment to manage project risks and support informed decision-making
• Ensure studies comply with applicable safety, environmental and regulatory requirements
• Mentor and develop engineering teams by sharing knowledge, coaching future leaders and fostering continuous improvement
• Champion innovation through the application of new technologies, digital tools and improved ways of working
• Support the successful transition of projects from study phases into execution
• Promote a culture where safety, collaboration and excellence are at the center of everything we do

What you'll bring

Required qualifications and experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Mining, Metallurgy or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• 10+ years of experience in the Mining, Minerals and Metals industry
• 8+ years of Engineering Services Project (ESP) experience
• Demonstrated experience leading front end studies, advisory services, concept studies, prefeasibility studies (PFS) and feasibility studies (FS)
• Knowledge of NI 43-101 and SK-1300 reporting requirements
• Experience across mining projects involving base metals, precious metals and/or energy transition minerals
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary study teams and manage complex project delivery challenges
• Strong understanding of study development methodologies, project management approaches and value optimization principles
• Experience engaging with customers and translating technical information into practical business solutions
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate options, identify risks and support strategic decision-making
• Excellent presentation and communication skills, including the ability to present recommendations to senior stakeholders

Preferred experience

• Strategic pursuits and proposal development
• Development of technical proposals, value propositions and project execution strategies
• Engineering and project delivery methodology development
• Customer-facing technical and business presentations
• Mining regulatory and MSHA certification and experience

What makes you successful

You'll be someone who:

• Builds trusted relationships and works effectively across diverse teams and cultures
• Communicates clearly and confidently with technical and non-technical audiences
• Brings strong analytical and problem-solving skills to complex challenges
• Balances technical excellence with commercial understanding
• Identifies opportunities for innovation and continuous improvement
• Takes a practical, collaborative approach to delivering results
• Demonstrates a strong commitment to safety, integrity and operational excellence

Why join us?

Join a global team of mining, minerals and metals experts who help customers navigate complexity and move projects forward with confidence. You'll have the opportunity to work on some of the industry's most important projects, contribute to the growing demand for critical minerals and apply innovative solutions that support sustainable change.

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.