Spire Energy

Manager of Construction Engineering

Kansas City, MO

Hybrid

Remote

Oil and Gas

About This Job

Company Overview

At Spire, we believe energy exists to help people. To enrich their lives, grow their businesses, advance their communities. It’s a simple idea, but one that’s at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to understanding the needs of the homes and businesses we serve. That's why we're always looking for driven, collaborative people to join our team. Because we believe that offering our customers the best service means bringing together the best people.

And we find the best by hiring those who share our values of drive, safety, inclusion and integrity, and demonstrate our four essential behaviors that bring the Spire vision, mission and culture to life:

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We make it happen: We are a company of go-getters, acting on every opportunity to help our company advance

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We collaborate: We put teamwork first, bringing in everyone’s ideas, because our collective energy makes us stronger

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We seek out perspective: We challenge ourselves to be open to different ways of doing things, because learning from each other leads to breakthroughs

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We care: We treat people how we want to be treated, listening closely and doing what’s right, even when it’s hard

By living our values and behaviors every day, we strive to create an environment where every employee feels welcome, respected and valued.

Summary

Spire is searching for a Manager, Construction Engineering in our service territory. This position will be responsible for all capital construction project design, cost estimating, coordination with internal and external stakeholders and project closeout for the assigned Spire operating area.

Duties and Responsibilities

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Manage the Construction Engineering staff to complete all capital construction design, cost estimation, coordination and project closeout work for the assigned area of responsibility

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Ensure the use of the Company’s standards and applicable State and Federal codes and regulations for all design work

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Utilize the Company’s Geographical Information System (GIS) and work asset management system to manage all capital construction design work

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Oversee the detailed specifications, designs, and project plans for all components of natural gas distribution new business, relocation, replacement and reinforcement projects. Design work may also include regulator stations or large volume meters.

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Effectively coordinate with personnel from all involved departments, including other Operations Services teams, Field Operations, Business Development, System Planning, GIS, Right of Way, Environmental, and Project Engineering to ensure the prioritization and timely completion of work

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Manage the construction cost estimating processes, including tracking of estimating accuracy to actual costs, and updating of estimating factors

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Attend site meetings, utility meetings, and pre-construction meetings with representatives from engineering firms, developers, customers, other utilities, and municipalities to determine the best solutions and to reduce the impact of proposed improvements to the Company’s existing facilities

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Provide engineering expertise and project management on special design projects: major pipeline installation, water and bridge crossings, railroad crossings, work with those blasting near the Company’s mains, and calculate stress on pipelines with non-typical amounts of cover

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Ensure that Unit and Department performance and financial objectives are achieved

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Provide general management and direction to subordinates, including delegation and prioritization of work assignments, intermittent instruction and guidance, and review and approval of work produced

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Prepare, and/or review and approve training, development and performance plans and appraisals of all subordinates

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All other duties as assigned.

Essential Characteristics and Competencies

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Ability to lead by example in support of the Company’s behaviors and values: strong ethics and integrity, dedication to a safe work environment, commitment to a diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce that recognizes and respects every individual’s unique skills and perspectives. Driven to constantly improve processes, performance, collaboration, organizational development and the mutual success of stakeholders.

Supervisory Responsibilities

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Supervises: Area Managers & Individual Contributors

Required Education (certifications, licenses)

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Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required

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Civil, Mechanical, or Chemical degree preferred

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Professional engineering certification preferred

Required knowledge, skill and abilities

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6+ years of related engineering experience required

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6+ years of experience with Spire’s standards or equivalent experience preferred

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Previous supervisory experience preferred

Physical demands, environment and schedule

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Typically, 7:00 a.m. to 3:45 p.m., Monday through Friday.

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Hybrid work schedule – work from home up to 2 days per week

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Field work or field visits as required.

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Additional work time may be required as needed

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Up to 10% travel required

Posting Requirements

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We accept online applications through our career site at jobs.spireenergy.com

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Spire Inc., and its subsidiaries are an Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity employer.