DER Interconnection Project Manager

Xcel Energy Services Inc; Saint Paul (MN); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 159,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Incentive Program

Medical/Pharmacy Plan

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Dependent Care FSA

Health Savings Account

Transit programs

Pension

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Holidays

Volunteer Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Job summary

Xcel Energy is hiring a Project Manager at multiple levels to strengthen DER interconnection work by overseeing consultants, budgets, schedules, risks, and stakeholder communications. The role emphasizes leadership without replacing detailed engineering authority and aims to improve regulatory compliance, oversight, and delivery efficiency.

The position supports a hybrid work model with on-site collaboration typical three days a week and offers opportunities across a growing portfolio of

Qualifications

• 5+ years in operations, technology, finance, or similar function.
• BS in Engineering, Construction, Business, IT, or related field or equivalent.
• 3–5 years in project management and process improvement; PM training preferred.
• Proven ability to lead and influence others.
• Strong presentation and facilitation skills; excellent written and verbal communication.
• Understanding of core business processes and industry trends.
• Knowledge of project planning and business need justification processes.
• Ability to adapt to change in a diverse, cross-functional team.
• Vendor/contract management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Project Planning: identify options, develop business cases, and secure required approvals.
• Lead requirements gathering and planning with key stakeholders.
• Develop solution designs that define scope, align with strategies, and identify dependencies.
• Define deliverables, success metrics and milestones; develop work plans and budgets.
• Project Management: ensure delivery of benefits and metrics in a dynamic environment.
• Independently manage detailed project plans to approved scope/schedule; provide cross-functional tracking.
• Establish regular status reporting to monitor progress and risks.
• Identify opportunities for innovation and improvement.
• Financial Management: budgeting, forecasting, and actuals; RFP/contract processes.
• Resource Management: forecast, schedule, and manage internal/external resources; oversee contracts.
• Provide training and coaching to less experienced team members.
• Scope & Risk Management: manage change and mitigate risks; plan contingencies.
• Relationship Management: communicate status up to senior leadership and foster collaboration.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Vendor/contract management

Education

BS in Engineering, Construction, Business, IT or related field

Job description

Xcel Energy is hiring a Project Manager at multiple levels to strengthen DER interconnection work by overseeing consultants, budgets, schedules, risks, and stakeholder communications. The role emphasizes leadership without replacing detailed engineering authority and aims to improve regulatory compliance, oversight, and delivery efficiency.

The position supports a hybrid work model with on-site collaboration typical three days a week and offers opportunities across a growing portfolio of