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Burns & McDonnell · 4 hours ago

Assistant Project Manager - Decommissioning & Demolition (Chicago)

Chicago, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$120K/yr - $155K/yr

5+ years exp

Burns & McDonnell is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Decommissioning and Demolition Assistant Project Manager to support the technical execution of power plant and industrial facility decommissioning and demolition projects. The role involves developing plans and specifications, managing the bidding process, and overseeing project implementation while ensuring quality assurance and control.

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Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Hiring Manager

Jeremy Johnson

Responsibilities

Develop plans and specifications for decommissioning and demolition of power plants and industrial facilities

Review and comment on abatement and demolition execution plans developed by contractors

Implement abatement, demolition, and remediation activities including ash pond, coal pile, and landfill closures

Generate decommissioning cost estimates for utilities to be used for future project planning

Participate in business development activities including client meetings and proposal preparation

Demonstrate problem-solving skills, creativity, and sound judgment

Serve as the client interface for project activities including data collection, site investigations, and status updates

Organize projects, develop staffing plans, and establish standards and guidelines

Develop, guide, and coordinate design workflows, processes, and procedures for interdisciplinary coordination and coordinating with other offices

Assign tasks and evaluate staff performance to ensure efficient and cost-effective operations

Monitor progress of projects to meet intended scope, stay within budgets, and maintain schedules

Other duties, as assigned

Qualification

Decommissioning projectsDemolition projectsProject managementProfessional Engineer (PE)Microsoft ProjectCommunication skillsProblem-solving skillsTeam management

Required

Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Environmental, Civil, Mechanical, or a related engineering discipline or Construction Management from an accredited institution

Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in planning and executing decommissioning and demolition projects for power plants or industrial facilities

Proven experience in managing tasks, contractors, and projects

Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively present complex information to diverse audiences

Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and familiarity with project management tools such as Microsoft Project or Primavera

Willingness to travel 20-60% as required

Preferred

Professional Engineer (PE) license or eligibility to obtain one

Experience with a demolition contractor or engineering firm

Benefits

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401(k) retirement program

Insurance and disability

Time off and wellness programs

Company

Burns & McDonnell

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Burns & McDonnell is an engineering design firm and it provides engineering, architecture, construction, and consulting services.

Founded in 1898

Kansas City, Missouri, USA

10001+ employees

http://www.burnsmcd.com

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