Assistant Project Manager - Decommissioning & Demolition; Chicago

Burns & McDonnell’s Great Lakes Region 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.

• 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 scope, stay within budgets, and maintain schedules.
• Other duties, as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Environmental, Civil, Mechanical, or a related engineering discipline or Construction Management from an accredited institution.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or eligibility to obtain one is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in planning and executing decommissioning and demolition projects for power plants or industrial facilities.
• Experience with a demolition contractor or engineering firm is preferred.
• 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.

$- Yearly

The compensation range shown is compliant with local/state regulations and depends on factors such as education, experience, and location. The total annual package may include a base salary and eligibility to participate in a discretionary year-end incentive bonus program.

Our extensive benefits package includes health insurance, disability coverage, time off, and wellness programs. As part of being 100% employee-owned, eligible employees participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in addition to our 401(k) retirement program. For more information, please visit the Benefits & Wellness page.

• Primary
  
  Location:
  
  US-IL-Downers Grove
• Other Locations: US-IL-Chicago
• Schedule: Full-time
• Travel: Yes, 50% of the Time
• Req : 252756

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