Project Manager II

Are you looking for an exciting job where you can put your skills and talents to work at a company you can feel proud to be a part of Do you want a workplace that will challenge you and offer you opportunities to learn and grow A position at Xcel Energy could be just what youre looking for.

Position Summary

Standard Operations Position. Provide end-to-end project management leadership and coordination for multiple large complex projects or a transformational project work stream with responsibility for project initiation approval scope schedule cost resource planning and risk management. Manage alignment of financial compliance safety customer and operational goals between / among projects and the BU or corporation. Lead the project team to achieve all critical financial timing operational and change management metrics. Ensure effective sourcing management and engagement of all resources.

Essential Responsibilities

Project Planning : Identify quality project options develop business cases and secure required approvals. Lead requirements gathering and planning process while engaging all key stakeholders. Develop solution designs that define appropriate project scope align with corporate strategies ensure coordination with key initiatives and assure dependencies are identified / addressed. Define deliverables success metrics and key milestone schedules. Develop work plans budgets and cost / benefit analysis.

Project Management : Ensure successful delivery of committed project benefits and operational metrics in a dynamic / complex environment. Independently manage detailed project plans to approved scope / schedule and provide cross-functional tracking as needed. Define and manage a regular status reporting process to monitor progress and resolve risks to goal. Continually identify opportunities for innovation and improvement.

Financial Management : Function as project controller. Manage project financials including budgeting forecasting and actuals tracking. Facilitate RFP and contract management processes. Review actuals versus planned budget throughout project life cycle to identify variances and recommend corrective action.

Resource Management : Forecast schedule and manage resources both internal and external. Manage assigned contracts and associated payments / performance requirements. Develop and adapt a comprehensive resource plan for a matrixed team of diverse talent to maximize skills and minimize cost. Provide training and coaching to less experienced project team members.

Scope & Risk Management : Manage scope change process for large transformational project or best practices for business area in addition to own projects. Identify risks and issues throughout the project and create mitigation strategies / contingency plans.

Relationship Management : Communicate project status to all levels of the organization. Establish effective collaborative working relationships up to senior leader level to maximize project efficiency responsiveness and resource allocation.

Minimum Requirements

Minimum 8 years work experience in operations technology finance or comparable function.

BS Engineering Construction Business Information Technology or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

5-7 years experience in project management and process improvement.

Demonstrated ability to lead and influence others.

Strong presentation and facilitation skills; excellent written / verbal communications skills.

Understanding of core business processes / industry trends with ability to interpret / apply ongoing changes.

Knowledge of project planning and business need justification process and methodology.

Ability to adapt to change quickly and work within a diverse cross-functional team environment.

Preferred Requirements

Utility experience.

Vendor / contract management experience.

As a leading combination electricity and natural gas energy company Xcel Energy offers a comprehensive portfolio of energy-related products and services to 3.4 million electricity and 1.9 million natural gas customers across eight Western and Midwestern states. At Xcel Energy we strive to be the preferred and trusted provider of the energy our customers need. If youre ready to be a part of something big we invite you to join our team.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or status as a protected veteran.

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Non-Bargaining

The anticipated starting base pay for this position is : $95200.00 to $135200.00 per year

This position is eligible for the following benefits : Annual Incentive Program Medical / Pharmacy Plan Dental Vision Life Insurance Dependent Care Reimbursement Account Health Care Reimbursement Account Health Savings Account (HSA) (if enrolled in eligible health plan) Limited-Purpose FSA (if enrolled in eligible health plan and HSA) Transportation Reimbursement Account Short-term disability (STD) Long-term disability (LTD) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Fitness Center Reimbursement (if enrolled in eligible health plan) Tuition reimbursement Transit programs Employee recognition program Pension 401(k) plan Paid time off (PTO) Holidays Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO) Parental Leave

Benefit plans are subject to change and Xcel Energy has the right to end suspend or amend any of its plans at any time in whole or in part.

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Deadline to Apply : 11 / 30 / 25

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Required Experience :

IC

Key Skills

Project Management Methodology,Project / Program Management,Construction Estimating,Construction Experience,PMBOK,Visio,Construction Management,Project Management,Project Management Software,Microsoft Project,Project Management Lifecycle,Contracts

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Yearly Salary Salary : 95200 - 135200