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Assistant Project Manager - Decommissioning & Demolition (Multiple Locations)

Burns & McDonnell
Madison, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 1/5/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/1/2026
Responsibilities

Description 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. This individual will help implement engineering services for utility and industrial clients for the decommissioning and demolition of retired facilities. This position reports directly to the Program Manager of Facility Decommissioning and Demolition Services in our Chicago office. Key responsibilities include developing decommissioning and demolition plans and specifications, conducting regulated materials assessments, preparing remediation and closure plans for ash ponds and landfills, generating contractor bid documents, managing the bidding process, overseeing project implementation, ensuring quality assurance and control, and contributing to business development efforts. Specific areas of responsibility include the following, with other duties as assigned by senior management:

  • 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.

Qualifications

  • 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.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Job Project Management

Primary Location US-WI-Madison

Other Locations US-MI-Detroit

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 50 % of the Time

Req ID: 252738

Job Hire Type Experienced #ENS N/A

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