MPUA’s mission is to deliver industry-leading solutions, robust advocacy, and collaboration to advance local excellence, local control, and local benefit. MPUA serves utilities that are owned by the communities they serve – often referred to as municipal utilities. The utility industry is rapidly changing so it makes it an exciting time for hometown utilities to evaluate their approach to offering low-cost, reliable utility service. MPUA staff members view themselves as an extension of city utility staff members so public service is at the heart of the work completed by MPUA.

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy 100% employer-paid premiums for you and your family for medical, dental, and vision insurance with low deductibles.
• Retirement Plans: We contribute to the Missouri Local Government Employees Retirement System (LAGERS) and offer additional deferred compensation plans.
• Additional Perks: Benefit from professional development opportunities, generous leave policies, a free on-site fitness center, complimentary beverages, and more.

General Function and Scope of Responsibility

This member of the Engineering Group oversees multiple projects as a project manager for power generation projects developed to increase system generation capacity, enhance current unit operations and efficiency, and improve reliability and safety. In addition to having responsibility for all aspects of the project over the entire project life (initiate, plan, execute, control, close), is responsible for assembling project teams, assigning individual responsibilities, identifying appropriate resources needed, and developing schedules to ensure timely completion of the assigned projects. In this position, they routinely interface with members, vendors/suppliers, consultants, and other project partners. Coordinates activities with other members of the engineering group.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage multiple power generation projects, including planning, design, and construction
• Implement project management principles and develop detailed project plans
• Oversee project objectives: safety, schedule, budget, scope, compliance, and quality
• Develop procurement strategies and technical specifications
• Negotiate with vendors and contractors, ensuring timely completion of work
• Monitor design and construction activities for compliance with codes and standards
• Coordinate conceptual and detailed designs
• Communicate effectively with all levels of management, including risk management
• Develop and approve startup and testing procedures
• Coordinate checkout, startup, and commissioning activities with plant staff

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
• Registration as a professional engineer in the state of Missouri a plus, but not required.
• Understanding of electric generation projects and electric utility systems obtained through 5 to 10 years progressive experience in related positions.
• 3 to 5 years of project management experience in the utility industry.
• Valid state driver’s license.
• Ability to oversee major engineering projects, programs and/or initiatives with no supervision.
• Provides technical guidance, and leadership, and manages the planning, design, and construction of multiple high-risk large, multi-million dollar (typically $5M+), multi-disciplinary, complex, capital and O&M technical projects (e.g. modifications/additions to facilities and infrastructure) under minimal to no supervision
• Advanced computer skills including the ability to develop new applications in spreadsheets and database software as well as the ability to use other position-specific software (load flow, SCADA, SPS, accounting, as applicable) to develop specific applications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Advanced analytical and mathematical skills.
• Ability to travel overnight and work outside of the MPUA office for at least 20% of the year except during construction periods there may be extended periods at the job site.
• Ability to work independently, set priorities, and manage multiple tasks/projects simultaneously.