DER Interconnection Program Manager

Xcel Energy; Fort Snelling Unorganized Territory (MN); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 159,000; Full time

Job summary

Xcel Energy in Minnesota is seeking a Project Manager I–III to lead DER interconnection projects. You will manage consultants, costs, schedules, and risks, providing clear ownership and escalation paths across multiple groups.

The role emphasizes collaboration, governance, and disciplined execution to meet regulatory and business goals. Successful candidates will bring strong PM fundamentals, vendor/contract management experience, and the ability to influence in a matrixed organization while

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years work experience in operations, technology, finance, or comparable function; utility experience preferred.
• Strong presentation and facilitation skills; excellent written/verbal communications skills required.
• Knowledge of project planning and business need justification process and methodology.

Responsibilities

• Project Planning: Identify quality project options, develop business cases, and secure required approvals.
• Project Management: Ensure successful delivery of committed project benefits and operational metrics in a dynamic/complex environment.
• Financial Management: Function as project controller; manage budgeting, forecasting, and actuals tracking.
• Resource Management: Forecast, schedule, and manage resources for a matrixed team.
• Scope & Risk Management: Manage scope change process; identify risks and mitigation plans.
• Relationship Management: Communicate project status to all levels and build cross-functional relationships.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Vendor management

Contract management

Forecasting

Education

BS Engineering, Construction, Business, Information Technology or related field

Job description

Xcel Energy in Minnesota is seeking a Project Manager I–III to lead DER interconnection projects. You will manage consultants, costs, schedules, and risks, providing clear ownership and escalation paths across multiple groups.

The role emphasizes collaboration, governance, and disciplined execution to meet regulatory and business goals. Successful candidates will bring strong PM fundamentals, vendor/contract management experience, and the ability to influence in a matrixed organization while