DER Interconnection Project Manager

Xcel Energy Inc; Minnesota; Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Incentive Program

Medical/Pharmacy Plan

Dental

Vision

Pension

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Xcel Energy is hiring a Project Manager I–III to lead end-to-end projects across DER interconnection with internal and external stakeholders. You will manage contracts, budgets, and schedules while ensuring clear ownership, deadlines, and escalation processes.

This role requires strong cross-functional collaboration and vendor/contract management capabilities to deliver reliable, cost-effective outcomes. The position offers a hybrid work model with responsibility for multiple large projects,

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years work experience in operations, technology, finance, or comparable function; utility experience preferred.
• BS Engineering, Construction, Business, Information Technology or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3-5 years' experience in project management and process improvement; some formal project management training preferred.
• 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 understand/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.
• Vendor/contract management experience preferred.

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 and milestones.
• Develop work plans, budgets, and cost/benefit analysis.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Budgeting

Vendor management

Education

BS Engineering or related field

Experience in operations/finance/IT

Job description

Xcel Energy is hiring a Project Manager I–III to lead end-to-end projects across DER interconnection with internal and external stakeholders. You will manage contracts, budgets, and schedules while ensuring clear ownership, deadlines, and escalation processes.

This role requires strong cross-functional collaboration and vendor/contract management capabilities to deliver reliable, cost-effective outcomes. The position offers a hybrid work model with responsibility for multiple large projects,