Assistant Project Manager - Decommissioning & Demolition (Chicago)

Overview

Manage planning, execution, and oversight of decommissioning & demolition projects for power plants.

Key Responsibilities

• abatement execution
• demolition planning
• cost estimation
• design coordination
• project monitoring
• client interface

Tasks

-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. -Participate in business development activities including client meetings and proposal preparation. -Generate decommissioning cost estimates for utilities to be used for future project planning. -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. -Develop plans and specifications for decommissioning and demolition of power plants and industrial facilities. -Monitor progress of projects to meet intended scope, stay within budgets, and maintain schedules. -Organize projects, develop staffing plans, and establish standards and guidelines. -Serve as the client interface for project activities including data collection, site investigations, and status updates.

Requirements

• pe license
• microsoft office
• bachelors
• travel
• 5 years
• problem solving

What You Bring

-Willingness to travel 20-60% as required. -Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Environmental, Civil, Mechanical, or a related engineering discipline or Construction Management from an accredited institution. -Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and familiarity with project management tools such as Microsoft Project or Primavera. -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. -Professional Engineer (PE) license or eligibility to obtain one is preferred. -Experience with a demolition contractor or engineering firm is preferred. -Demonstrate problem-solving skills, creativity, and sound judgment. -Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in planning and executing decommissioning and demolition projects for power plants or industrial facilities.

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About Burns & Mcdonnell

-The firm grew steadily from municipal roots, evolving into a global design‑build leader with integrated engineering, architecture, and construction services. -Headquartered in Kansas City, it has expanded its operations to more than 75 offices worldwide, including locations in the US, Canada, UK, UAE, India, and the Middle East. -It specializes in sectors such as water, power, transportation, aviation, manufacturing, and oil & gas, undertaking projects ranging from airports to chemical facilities. -Its full‑service model encompasses consulting, design, procurement, construction, and commissioning, ensuring seamless project delivery from concept to operation. -The company is 100% employee‑owned, following a significant employee buyout in the 1980s that redefined its trajectory.

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