Project Manager (contract)

Xcel Energy; Fort Snelling Unorganized Territory (MN); On-site; USD 76,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

Xcel Energy in Minnesota is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the cutover of a critical financial application as part of a large SAP S/4 transformation program.

This role requires a hands-on leader who can refine the cutover plan, coordinate with vendors to resolve UAT defects, and orchestrate all production cutover activities, guiding cross-functional teams of technical and business SMEs through a complex, high-stakes event.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of project management experience.
• Demonstrated experience leading at least one large-scale system or application cutover.
• Experience in financial applications or ERP transformation projects preferred.
• Experience coordinating cross-functional teams including technical and business stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Continuously update and maintain the cutover plan reflecting current status.
• Collaborate with the vendor to identify, track, and resolve UAT defects.
• Plan and execute cutover dress rehearsals with technical resources.
• Orchestrate all production cutover activities for the financial application.
• Ensure alignment between the cutover and the SAP S/4 transformation program.
• Lead cross-functional teams of technical staff and business SMEs.
• Deliver weekly status reports to stakeholders and leadership.
• Facilitate and present at steering committee meetings.
• Monitor readiness and address risks and issues prior to cutover.
• Maintain clear communication across all workstreams.

Skills

Cutover management

SAP S/4 familiarity

Stakeholder leadership

Vendor coordination

UAT defect resolution

Risk management

Cross-functional teamwork

Effective communication

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Project Manager to lead the successful cutover of a critical financial application as part of a large-scale SAP S/4 transformation program. This role requires a hands-on leader who can manage and refine a comprehensive cutover plan, coordinate with vendors to resolve UAT defects, and orchestrate all production cutover activities. The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational skills, a deep understanding of project management fundamentals, and the ability to guide cross-functional teams of technical and business/finance subject matter experts through a complex, high-stakes cutover event.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Project Manager to lead the successful cutover of a critical financial application as part of a large-scale SAP S/4 transformation program. This role requires a hands-on leader who can manage and refine a comprehensive cutover plan, coordinate with vendors to resolve UAT defects, and orchestrate all production cutover activities. The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational skills, a deep understanding of project management fundamentals, and the ability to guide cross-functional teams of technical and business/finance subject matter experts through a complex, high-stakes cutover event.

Responsibilities

• Continuously update and maintain the cutover plan to reflect current project status and evolving requirements
• Collaborate with the vendor to identify, track, and resolve UAT defects in a timely manner
• Partner with technical resources to plan and execute cutover dress rehearsals
• Orchestrate all activities associated with the production cutover of the financial application
• Ensure alignment between the financial application cutover and the broader SAP S/4 transformation program
• Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams comprising technical staff and business/finance SMEs
• Deliver weekly status reports to stakeholders and project leadership
• Facilitate and present at steering committee meetings
• Monitor team readiness and proactively address risks and issues leading up to the cutover
• Maintain clear and consistent communication across all project workstreams

Skills

• Proven ability to manage and execute large-scale system cutovers in complex enterprise environments
• Strong understanding of core project management methodologies and best practices
• Excellent leadership skills with the ability to guide technical and business/finance SMEs
• Experience working with SAP S/4 or similar ERP transformation programs
• Ability to manage UAT processes and coordinate defect resolution with external vendors
• Strong risk identification and mitigation capabilities
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously
• Proficiency in developing and maintaining detailed project and cutover plans

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of project management experience required
• Demonstrated experience leading at least one large-scale system or application cutover
• Experience working within financial application or ERP transformation projects strongly preferred
• Prior experience managing cross-functional teams including both technical and business stakeholders

This is a rare opportunity to play a pivotal role in a high-visibility, enterprise-wide financial transformation initiative. You will have the chance to make a direct and lasting impact on the organization's financial systems landscape, working alongside talented technical and business professionals in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. If you thrive under pressure, excel at bringing order to complexity, and are passionate about delivering successful outcomes on mission-critical projects, this role offers the challenge and reward you are looking for.

Pay Rate Range

55.38 - 73.85 USD hourly