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Project Manager - Nuclear (Multiple Locations)

Burns & McDonnell
Kansas, MO Full Time
POSTED ON 8/5/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/11/2026
Description

Burns & McDonnell’s Power Global Practice is seeking to hire experienced Project Managers to our Nuclear team focusing on both operating Nuclear Power Plants and new nuclear power projects, including Small Modular Reactors (SMRs), microreactors and Advanced Reactors. Our Nuclear team has domestic and international experience providing consulting, design, analysis, and pre-construction planning services for operating nuclear power plants, nuclear refurbishments, as well as new SMRs and advanced reactors. We deliver solutions for these and other challenging projects every day.

As a Project Manager, you will serve as part of our team with the ability to work on a full range of projects in engineering, procurement, and construction management related to the design, operation, maintenance, modification, and licensing of nuclear generating stations.

Responsibilities

  • Provides managerial expertise on contract set-up, organizational management, staffing and client management.
  • Responsible for the direction of project planning, budgeting, and establishing critical project objectives.
  • Support business expansion and pursuits into emerging nuclear markets.
  • Direct and coordinate activities of multiple disciplines on projects. Regularly meets and corresponds with contractors and owner agencies.
  • Initiates and maintains extensive contacts with key individuals of other organizations, requiring skill in persuasion and negotiation of critical issues.
  • Oversee proposal development including scope, budget, schedule, and resources.
  • Assists in development of strategies and qualification packages for successful pursuits. Will assist in contract negotiations and preparation.
  • Directs coordination with clients and other external contacts. Provide leadership, guidance, and instruction to less experienced staff members.
  • Assess project and pursuit risks.
  • Facilitate go/no-go analyses and decisions.
  • Provide advanced technical advice to staff. Assist with supervision of staff on major projects. Regularly meets and corresponds with clients or outside personnel.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or related degree from an accredited program. A minimum of 7 years relevant consulting experience, preferably in nuclear facility design and/or project management, consulting, or program management.
  • Licensed professional engineer preferred.
  • Ability to be authorized for unescorted access at a U.S. nuclear power generating facility.
  • Experience with nuclear plant design, standard design process, plant modification packages, configuration management, and ASME NQA-1 (safety-related) requirements.
  • Expert knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, related to engineering and constructing nuclear facilities.
  • Expert experience in client and business development.
  • Expert experience in project management including planning, design team coordination and communication, budgeting, schedule management, and client coordination.
  • Expert experience in proposal development.
  • Experience in contract negotiations.
  • Excellent facilitation, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills.
  • Demonstrated financial success on completed projects.
  • Ability to thoughtfully and positively influence, lead and manage.
  • Ability to travel
  • Excellent planning and analytical skills.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills, and able to clearly and effectively present complex information to all levels of employees, management, and clients.
  • Strong interpersonal skills.
  • Expert knowledge of project management methodologies and tools including the use of Microsoft Project or equivalent.

Compensation

$140,000.00-350,000.00 Yearly

The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in compliance with all local/state regulations. The expected compensation range for this position is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: individual education, qualifications, prior work experience and work location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary and eligibility to participate in our discretionary year-end incentive bonus program.

Benefits

Our extensive benefits package takes care of you so that you can focus on doing great work. From insurance and disability to time off and wellness programs, we provide the tools to meet your needs. 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.

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-IL-Chicago

Other Locations US-MO-Kansas City

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time

Req ID: 263258

Job Hire Type Experienced #PWR N/A

Salary : $140,000 - $350,000

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