Barnhart Crane & Rigging · 1 day ago
Nuclear Project Manager
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior LevelBarnhart Crane & Rigging is a company specializing in lifting, heavy-rigging, and heavy transport of major components used in American industry. They are seeking a Nuclear Project Manager to lead customer projects from award through closeout, ensuring safety, schedule, profit, and customer satisfaction are top priorities.
Mechanical Engineering
Responsibilities
Lead the planning, execution, and closeout of assigned projects in accordance with scope, schedule, and budget requirements
Provide oversight, evaluation, and improvement of project management efficiency, ensuring adherence to established management principles as established by the Senior Leadership Team
Coordinate daily/weekly meetings with superintendents and project engineers to align on means and methods, schedule contracting needs, and delivery timelines
Participate in customer site visits, proposal development, and contract reviews to ensure a complete understanding of scope, risk, and obligations
Partner with Project Sales Representatives from project inception through execution, maintaining communication and documenting scope, schedule, or budget changes
Review project estimates to determine job cost, staffing needs, resource allocation, and procedures for efficient execution
Oversee and approve monthly job cost updates, quarterly cash flow projections, and negotiate/approve change orders
Regularly communicate project status—including financial performance, schedule, risk, quality, and safety—to stakeholders and senior management
Act as primary interface with clients, engineers, vendors, and suppliers, ensuring effective communication and alignment throughout all project phases
Anticipate potential challenges to schedule, construction, or costs, and work with the team to develop proactive solutions
Coordinate work crews, equipment, and subcontractors while managing all field operations and sequencing in collaboration with the Superintendent
Ensure all activities are performed safely and in compliance with applicable standards, while fostering a culture of safety and accountability
Provide leadership, technical guidance, and resources to project supervisors and staff; ensure personnel maintain appropriate training, qualifications, and proficiencies
Support project closeout by finalizing documentation, securing retainages, supporting supervisors, and resolving outstanding claims
Work under general direction but assume full accountability as the single point of contact for assigned projects
Qualification
Required
Lead the planning, execution, and closeout of assigned projects in accordance with scope, schedule, and budget requirements
Provide oversight, evaluation, and improvement of project management efficiency, ensuring adherence to established management principles as established by the Senior Leadership Team
Coordinate daily/weekly meetings with superintendents and project engineers to align on means and methods, schedule contracting needs, and delivery timelines
Participate in customer site visits, proposal development, and contract reviews to ensure a complete understanding of scope, risk, and obligations
Partner with Project Sales Representatives from project inception through execution, maintaining communication and documenting scope, schedule, or budget changes
Review project estimates to determine job cost, staffing needs, resource allocation, and procedures for efficient execution
Oversee and approve monthly job cost updates, quarterly cash flow projections, and negotiate/approve change orders
Regularly communicate project status—including financial performance, schedule, risk, quality, and safety—to stakeholders and senior management
Act as primary interface with clients, engineers, vendors, and suppliers, ensuring effective communication and alignment throughout all project phases
Anticipate potential challenges to schedule, construction, or costs, and work with the team to develop proactive solutions
Coordinate work crews, equipment, and subcontractors while managing all field operations and sequencing in collaboration with the Superintendent
Ensure all activities are performed safely and in compliance with applicable standards, while fostering a culture of safety and accountability
Provide leadership, technical guidance, and resources to project supervisors and staff; ensure personnel maintain appropriate training, qualifications, and proficiencies
Support project closeout by finalizing documentation, securing retainages, supporting supervisors, and resolving outstanding claims
Work under general direction but assume full accountability as the single point of contact for assigned projects
Preferred
Skilled in identifying, approaching, presenting and building relationships with decision makers within a complex project environment. Must be comfortable with all levels from field craft to executives
Must have an understanding of construction contracts, Windows based software applications, and good time management skills
Mechanically inclined and an understanding of Industrial Construction markets including Power, Nuclear, Department of Energy, Manufacturing, etc
Technical Background – Engineering, Heavy Equipment, In-Plant Experience, etc
PMP designation is preferred but not mandatory
Bachelor's degree or sufficient experience
A working knowledge and understanding of engineering plans, specifications and industrial construction principles
Must be mechanically inclined with basic understanding of machinery, heavy construction and basic principles of industrial project flow
Basic math and geometry are necessary
Must demonstrate planning and leadership skills
Must be willing to travel up to 40% annually
Ability to obtain plant access at Nuclear and Government sites
Benefits
Competitive salary.
Bonus program that pays for performance.
$1 for $1 match on 401(k), capped at 10% of Pay.
Company Vehicle.
Medical, Paid Time Off and Holiday, Disability, Life Insurance, and other additional personal and professional benefits are available.
The CARES program is the means by which we seek to care for our employees and for the communities in which we work. To support our employees, we offer free resources, both online and in-person, including some resources available to members of their families. These resources support and guide our team members as they pursue emotionally, financially, and spiritually healthy lives.
Company
Barnhart Crane & Rigging
Since 1969, Barnhart Crane & Rigging has been a trusted partner to industries facing their most complex lifting, rigging, and transportation challenges.
Founded in 1969
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Mark Whitehead
Chief Financial Officer
David Webster
Chief Operating Officer
Recent News
2025-10-09
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