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? Aposition at Xcel Energy could be just what you’re looking for.

Position Summary
Directs project/portfolio managers in full scope of responsibilities associated with large and complex gas distribution and transmission projects and programs. Directs technical project/portfolio opportunities. Directs project/portfolio manager's role (definition of schedule, budget, implementation risk, change, opportunity and resource allocation management) for extremely complex projects, portfolios and programs. Provides strategic and tactical project/portfolio implementation advice and direction. Conceptualizes and manages continuous improvement and project/portfolio implementation opportunities. Cultivates effective working relationships with internal and external customers and service providers.
Essential Responsibilities

• Successfully defines workflows, accountabilities, resource requirements, and reporting relationships to obtain optimum project/portfolio implementation effectiveness and efficiency.

• Develop and direct implementation processes for the multi-year Gas project/portfolio workbook plan. This includes establishing and managing service level agreements, identifying, securing and managing necessary internal/external service provider resources. Provide daily management of project/portfolio managers to ensure that the workbook plan is implemented within scope, timing, and forecast guidelines.

• Establishes and maintains excellent working relationships with internal and external organizations to optimize project/portfolio implementation effectiveness.

• Continuously analyzes project/portfolio implementation effectiveness and creates, conceptualizes, and implements improvements.

• Responsible for providing strategic and tactical guidance and decision making associated with public and regulatory issues that are encountered during project/portfolio implementation.

• Aligns project/portfolio implementation policies and procedures with company objectives and strategies.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education, training, and work experience.

• Minimum of 10 years' experience with demonstrated success in a supervisory role overseeing complex technical projects.

• Project Management Professional Certification (must be obtained within 18 months in the position).

• Demonstrates and applies advanced knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures in the areas of project management; cross-functional interaction; work direction; and performance management. Knowledge of transmission engineering and construction projects.

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 you’re 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.

Individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to apply please contact us at recruiting@xcelenergy.com.

Non-Bargaining

The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $122,000.00 to $173,933.00 per year

This position may also be eligible for the following benefits and/or pay components: Pay - 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, Personal holidays, Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO) (full-time employees only), Parental Leave

Pay and benefit packages may vary based on position. Some employees are under collective bargaining agreements, which determine the benefits they will receive. If the information conflicts with the terms of the written plan documents governing the plan, the plan document will control. 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.

Deadline to Apply: 04/11/24

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