Senior Study Manager
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Role Overview
As a Senior Study Manager, you will be responsible for the end ‑ to ‑ end leadership and delivery of studies ranging from scoping and pre ‑ feasibility through to feasibility and early execution planning. You will act as the primary interface with clients, ensuring studies are delivered safely, to schedule, within budget, and to the level of technical definition and governance expected by major asset owners and investors.
You will work closely with Sedgman’s discipline leads, executive leadership, and global technical specialists to develop robust, defensible study outcomes that support investment decisions and long - term project success. In parallel, you will contribute to business development activities, including client engagement, proposal development, and strategic pursuit planning.
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About the Role
As a Senior Study Manager, you will be responsible for the end ‑ to ‑ end leadership and delivery of studies ranging from scoping and pre ‑ feasibility through to feasibility and early execution planning. You will act as the primary interface with clients, ensuring studies are delivered safely, to schedule, within budget, and to the level of technical definition and governance expected by major asset owners and investors.
You will work closely with Sedgman’s discipline leads, executive leadership, and global technical specialists to develop robust, defensible study outcomes that support investment decisions and long - term project success. In parallel, you will contribute to business development activities, including client engagement, proposal development, and strategic pursuit planning.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex studies for mining and resources clients, ensuring alignment with client governance frameworks and decision - gate requirements
- Take full accountability for study scope, schedule, cost, risk, and technical integrity
- Provide strong leadership to large, multidisciplinary study teams across process, mechanical, civil, electrical, and project controls disciplines
- Act as the primary client interface, building trusted relationships with senior client stakeholders
- Develop and manage study execution plans, budgets, and reporting frameworks consistent with feasibility - level expectations
- Identify and manage key technical, commercial, and execution risks, ensuring transparency and defensibility of study outcomes
- Support business and project development activities, including bids, tenders, and technical inputs for new opportunities
- Mentor and develop emerging study and project managers within the business, contributing to Sedgman’s long - term capability growth
What We Are Looking For
This role requires demonstrated experience successfully leading large studies for a range of clients, from Junior Miners to Mid-Tier and Tier 1 clients.
You will also bring:
A Bachelor of Engineering (Process, Chemical, Metallurgy, Mechanical or similar)
15+ years’ experience in study management, project development, or related engineering leadership roles within the resources sector
A proven track record delivering Feasibility Studies and major project development studies for mining companies
Strong commercial and contractual awareness, with the ability to manage study budgets, scope changes, and client expectations
Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the confidence to operate at senior client and internal leadership levels
A client ‑ focused mindset, supported by a strong professional network and multi ‑ commodity experience
The ability to work collaboratively with global technical teams and adapt to changing project and client demands
What We Offer
- The opportunity to lead high ‑ profile studies for clients across a wide range of commodities
- A senior leadership role with genuine influence over project outcomes and business direction
- Flexible working arrangements to support work - life balance
- Strong focus on professional development, career progression, and leadership growth
- A collaborative, inclusive culture with a strong emphasis on safety, quality, and technical excellence
- Exposure to Sedgman’s global expertise and major project pipeline
About Sedgman Pty Ltd
Private Australian minerals processing and engineering firm delivering infrastructure solutions to global resources companies.
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