Distribution Project Oversight Engineer

Evergy; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Evergy is seeking an Distribution Project Oversight Engineer to provide end-to-end oversight for large capital and priority customer projects. You will coordinate kickoff and readiness discussions with internal and external stakeholders, identify risks, and drive timely execution across multiple departments.

Responsibilities include reviewing design packages, monitoring progress, and ensuring compliance with standards and schedules while supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical preferred) from ABET-accredited university.
• 2–5 years of Project Management experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide end-to-end oversight of capital, asset management, and priority customer projects.
• Coordinate kickoff, scope alignment, and readiness discussions with stakeholders.
• Identify risks, remove barriers, and resolve issues to protect schedule, budget, and quality.
• Lead coordination with Design, Construction, Operations, GIS, and external partners to deliver projects.

Skills

Engineering principles

Technical support

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Effective communication

Education

ABET-accredited degree

Job description

JOB TITLE: Distribution Project Oversight Engineer

REQUISITON: DIS010A

DEPARTMENT: Distribution Design - Open to Evergy locations

LOCATION: Topeka, KS
Wichita, KS
Kansas City, MO

PAY RANGE:
Engineer I: $68,500 - $85,600 - $102,700
Engineer II: $83,600 - $104,500 - $125,400
Staff Engineer: $93,400 - $116,800 - $140,200
Sr Engineer: $94,600 - $126,500 - $157,600
Lead Engineer: $111,400 - $148,500 - $185,600
Principal Engineer: $116,200 - $154,900 - $193,600

Scheduled Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (Other hours as required)

Summary of Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Provides technical oversight and coordination for large, complex capital, asset management, and priority customer projects. Works across multiple departments and external partners to support successful project delivery, evaluate technical risks, and ensure projects are executed in accordance with established standards, schedules, and business objectives.

Major Responsibilities

• Provide end-to-end oversight of assigned capital, asset management, and priority customer projects.
• Facilitate and support project kickoff, scope alignment, and readiness discussions with internal and external stakeholders.
• Drive project execution by identifying risks, removing barriers, and resolving issues that may impact schedule, budget, quality, or project objectives.
• Partner with Distribution Planning, Asset Management, Design, Construction, Operations, GIS, Supply Chain, Permitting, and external partners to support successful project delivery.
• Perform technical reviews and approvals of design packages, project deliverables, and contractor work products as assigned.
• Evaluate project readiness and identify design, constructability, operational, material, permitting, or resource risks that may impact execution.
• Review project scopes, schedules, and deliverables to verify completeness and readiness before progression to subsequent project phases.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for assigned external engineering and design firms.
• Monitor contractor performance related to design quality, schedule adherence, responsiveness, and compliance with project expectations.
• Support contractor scorecards, KPI tracking, design quality evaluations, and quarterly business reviews.
• Participate in customer, contractor, municipal, and stakeholder meetings requiring technical support, project coordination, or issue resolution.
• Lead resolution of complex project issues requiring coordination among engineering, design, construction, operations, and external partners.
• Escalate project risks, contractor concerns, and resource constraints as necessary.
• Ensure timely completion of energization, as-built documentation, GIS updates, and project closeout requirements.
• Assist in developing project oversight processes, performance metrics, contractor expectations, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Electrical preferred, from an accredited university (ABET). Knowledge and ability to apply problem solving approaches and design theory required. Knowledge of engineering designs, principles and practices. The ideal candidate will have at least 2-5 years of Project Management experience.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Required

• Apply engineering principles, technical knowledge, and sound judgment to analyze complex systems and develop practical solutions to engineering problems.
• Provide technical assistance and support to engineers, project teams, and other stakeholders as needed.
• Demonstrate strong analytical, problem-solving, creative thinking, and resourcefulness in addressing technical challenges.
• Apply technical expertise to promote a safe work environment and enhance customer satisfaction.
• Maintain knowledge of current developments, practices, and techniques related to assigned engineering and operational functions.
• Effectively support or lead projects to achieve technical objectives within established schedule and economic constraints.
• Serve as a knowledgeable technical representative of the Company when assigned.
• Effectively communicate technical information and influence project or system decisions, including modifications and additions to systems.

Licenses, Certifications, Bonding, and/or Testing Required

Valid driver's license required. Must have a safe driving history.

Working Conditions

Most work is performed in an office with field work as necessary to perform the job. Occasional travel to other locations within the company may be required. Position requires work beyond normal working hours depending on workload, project deadlines, and service restoration efforts. Must have a satisfactory work record including good attendance.

Company Culture & Values

Evergy has a clear mission - To empower a better future. Evergy chooses to live this mission by valuing People First. We know that to lead the responsible energy transition and provide affordable, reliable, and sustainable service to our customers and communities, we need a team with a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. We are committed to building a team where everyone - regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status - has a voice and can bring their best every day. Evergy is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.

Work Locations

F&M Service Center - Floor 02

4400 E Front St

Kansas City 64120-1039