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Liberty

Plant Project Engineer

Riverton, KS · On-site

... project management experience in an industrial setting also acceptable. * 1-10 years of experience * This role requires a robust understanding of technical components within a power plant. What We ...

Kansas State University

Power Plant Operator

Manhattan, KS · On-site

$22.83 - $29.11/hr

About Us The Utilities and Plant Management Department is responsible for providing heating and ... High school graduate or equivalent and two years of experience in a power plant setting, including ...

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Kiewit

Project Engineer - Power Construction

Lenexa, KS · On-site

$64K - $83K/yr

This role works closely with Project Managers, Construction Managers, Superintendents ... TIC Power builds major EPC power plant projects throughout North America. Location This position is ...

Liberty Utilities Co.

Plant Engineer

Riverton, KS · On-site

... project management experience in an industrial setting also acceptable. * 1-10 years of experience * This role requires a robust understanding of technical components within a power plant. What We ...

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How much do power plant project manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for power plant project manager in Kansas is $87,226.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $69,100.00 and $101,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a power plant project manager?

A Power Plant Project Manager oversees the planning, execution, and completion of power plant construction or upgrade projects. They coordinate between engineering teams, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and in compliance with regulations. Their responsibilities include scheduling, risk management, resource allocation, and maintaining safety standards. Strong leadership, technical knowledge, and problem-solving skills are essential for success in this role.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a power plant project manager?

As a Power Plant Project Manager, your daily responsibilities often include coordinating project schedules, overseeing progress on construction or maintenance activities, and ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations. You'll regularly communicate with engineers, contractors, regulatory authorities, and plant leadership to align goals and resolve issues. Managing budgets, tracking milestones, and preparing status reports are also integral parts of the role. Attention to detail and proactive problem-solving are essential, as project managers must quickly address challenges to keep the project on track.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the power plant project manager position, and why are they important?

A Power Plant Project Manager requires a background in engineering or project management, experience with large-scale infrastructure projects, and a relevant degree such as mechanical, electrical, or civil engineering. Familiarity with project management software (like Primavera or MS Project), safety regulations, and certifications such as PMP are commonly expected. Leadership, strong communication, and problem-solving abilities help drive successful teamwork and resolve issues efficiently. These competencies ensure that complex projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget amidst technical and regulatory challenges.

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Plant Project Engineer

Liberty

Riverton, KS • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

Our purpose is sustaining energy and water for life, and it is demonstrated in everything we do as a business, and as an employee team.

At Liberty, we hire passionate people who care about doing the right thing for our customers. We are entrepreneurial, creative, and outcome-focused. Here, your natural talent and achievements will flourish in an inclusive environment of teamwork, trust and continuous learning. We are always pursuing excellence to exceed our ambitions goals, rewarding both the goal outcome and how we achieve it. 

Purpose

Join a high-impact environment supporting the operation of a 300 MW daily cycling power plant within the Southwest Power Pool. This role provides hands-on engineering support across plant operations, maintenance, and capital projects—applying engineering principles to improve safety, reliability, and performance in a complex, high-energy power generation environment. The Plant Engineer will develop technical expertise across plant systems, lead small-scale capital and outage projects, and contribute to the long-term operational efficiency of the Riverton Plant.

Accountabilities
  • Support plant efforts in achieving Liberty’s Triple Zero target by participating in safety meetings, performing safety observations, and contributing to short- and long-term safety improvement initiatives. Lead or support safety training programs as directed. 
  • Develop understanding of plant function and operation, specifically operational systems, equipment and their integration. Develop understanding of plant maintenance processes and procedures.
  • Participate in formal training programs (e.g., OJT, Energy Supply Operator Training) and continue to develop technical knowledge through on-the-job learning with operators, technicians, and plant leadership
  • Support Operator/Technicians and other Managers in the operation and maintenance of the Riverton Plant and be able to provide weekend support. 
  • Be available for 24/7 support of operations and maintenance. 
  • Provide support for O&M budget. 
  • Support purchasing, by investigating and specifying equipment and parts as directed by other managers. 
  • Develop, implement, and manage projects of less than $50,000, including scope development, work packages, bid documents, scheduling, contractor selection, and full lifecycle project management (budget and schedule)
  • Provide support for larger projects. Support development of Capital Budget. 
  • Support outage planning and implementation. 
  • Manage 3 to 5 outage items which have a 3 to 5-person work crew with a duration of 2 to 4 days. 
  • Support other larger scope outage items, including contractor as well as self-performed. 
  • Develop basic skills in systems which support operation and maintenance of plant. These systems include, but are not limited to, Plant Distributed Control System, Maintenance Management System, Continuous Emissions Monitoring System, Corporate Financial Management System, etc.
Education and Experience
  • Engineering degree from an ABET accredited university preferred. Applicable technical and project management experience in an industrial setting also acceptable. 
  • 1-10 years of experience
  • This role requires a robust understanding of technical components within a power plant.
What We Offer

As a valued member of our team, you will enjoy competitive pay that reflects your skills and experience. You will also have access to a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage & a 401K plan with a 5% match, effective day one
  • Annual bonus and merit increase eligibility
  • Life insurance, and short-term & long-term disability
  • Employee Stock Purchase Program 
  • Free Employee Assistance Program & Headspace account
  • 3 weeks of vacation, paid sick days, 12 paid company holidays, & 3 paid volunteer days 
  • Tuition reimbursement, professional development opportunities, & reimbursement for certification costs
  • Reward & recognition programs, service awards, a great company culture, and a collaborative & flexible work environment

Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. is a growing renewable energy and utility company with over $15 billion of assets across North America and internationally.

For more than 30 years, Algonquin has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to delivering clean energy and water solutions. Our rapid growth has led both our regulated utility services and renewable energy business groups into different geographies and commodities, but our purpose remains unchanged – Sustaining Energy and Water for Life.

Through our operating business (Liberty), we provide regulated electricity, water, and natural gas utility services to over 1 million customer connections, primarily in North America. And, our growing portfolio of clean, renewable wind, solar, hydro and thermal power generation facilities represent over 3 GW of renewable generation capacity in operation and under construction.

With our robust, diversified, and growing presence in communities across North America and internationally, we are continually demonstrating our “Think Global,  Act Local” business model.

We are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce.  If you are excited about this role and are not certain you meet the all the qualification requirements, we encourage you to apply to further investigate the opportunity.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value each person’s unique background, diversity, experiences, perspectives and talents. Full participation of all employees in a safe, healthy and respectful environment is key to individual and company success. We are committed to fully utilizing the abilities of all of our employees and expect each of our employees to honor this commitment in their daily responsibilities.

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