Project Manager I, II, or III

Xcel Energy Services Inc; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Incentive Program

Medical/Pharmacy Plan

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Xcel Energy Services Inc in Texas is seeking a seasoned Project Manager to lead large, complex programs with end-to-end ownership of scope, schedule, cost and risk. You will drive project planning, governance, and cross-functional execution while aligning financials with strategic goals.

The role emphasizes leadership, stakeholder engagement, and disciplined delivery within a utility context. Excellent communication and vendor management are required for success.

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 an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3-5 years' experience in project management and process improvement; PMP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Financial Management: Manage project financials including budgeting, forecasting, and actuals tracking; review variances and close projects.
• Project Planning: Lead requirements gathering; define deliverables, milestones, and cost estimates; secure approvals.
• Project Management: Independently manage detailed project plans and track progress to scope and milestones.
• Resource Management: Manage internal and external resources and vendor contracts; mentor team members.
• Scope & Risk Management: Handle change requests; identify risks and mitigation plans.
• Relationship Management: Communicate status and build cross-functional relationships for efficiency.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Vendor/contract management

Education

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

Job description

Position Summary

Standard Operations Position. Provide end-to-end project management, leadership and coordination for large complex projects or as a part of a transformational project work stream with responsibility for project scope, schedule, cost and risk management. Ensure alignment of financial and operational goals between projects and the business unit. Provide work team direction to achieve approved project scope, develop strategic sequencing and detailed milestone schedules, project-level cost tracking and reconciliation. Ensure availability or seek out adequate resources for projects.

Essential Responsibilities

• Financial Management: Function as project controller. Manage project financials including budgeting, forecasting, and actuals tracking. Facilitate RFP and contract management processes. Review actuals versus planned budget throughout project life cycle to identify variances and recommend corrective action. Ensure timely project closure, payment and reconciliation.
• Project Planning: Lead requirements gathering and planning process for approved projects while engaging all key stakeholders. Develop solution design that defines the entire project scope, and secure all required internal/external approvals. Ensure coordination with other initiatives, assuring dependencies are identified and addressed. Define deliverables and required delivery dates; develop viable work plans/WBS, milestone schedules, and project cost/benefit estimates.
• Project Management: Independently manage detailed project plans to approved scope and provide cross-functional tracking as needed. Identify plan gaps and develop closure plans. Ensure the successful completion of assigned project deliverables & milestones in a dynamic/complex environment.
• Resource Management: Manage resources, both internal and external. Manage assigned contracts and associated payments and performance requirements. Develop and adapt a comprehensive resource plan for a matrixed team of diverse talent to maximize skills and minimize cost. Provide mentoring and guidance to less experienced project team members.
• Scope & Risk Management: Manage scope change request process for project. Identify risks and issues throughout the project lifecycle and create mitigation strategies and contingency plans.
• Relationship Management: Communicate project status to all levels of the organization. Establish effective, collaborative working relationships to maximize project efficiency, responsiveness and resource allocation.

Minimum Requirements for Project Manager I ($84,900 - $120,566.66)

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 an 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 required. 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. Utility experience preferred.

Minimum Requirements for Project Manager II ($97,600 - $138,600)

Minimum 8 years' work experience in operations, technology, finance, or comparable function; utility experience preferred. BS Engineering, Construction, Business, Information Technology or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience 5-7 years' experience in project management and process improvement; some formal project management training preferred. Demonstrated ability to lead and influence others, informal leadership experience and training skills preferred. Strong presentation and facilitation skills; excellent written/verbal communications skills required. Understanding of core business processes/ industry trends with ability to interpret/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 Utility experience preferred.

Minimum Requirements for Project Manager III ($112,200 - $ 159,400)

Minimum 10 years' work experience in operations, technology, finance, or comparable function; utility experience preferred. BS Engineering, Construction, Business, Information Technology or equivalent combination of education and experience 10 years' experience in project management and process improvement; project management certification preferred. Demonstrated ability to facilitate, train, lead and influence others, and adapt to change quickly. Experience with providing work direction to diverse/distributed work teams. Understanding of core business processes/industry trends with ability to interpret/apply ongoing changes. Knowledge of project planning and business need justification process and methodology. Vendor/contract management experience preferred. Utility experience preferred. PMP preferred.

Company Overview

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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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 [e-mail].

Non-Bargaining

The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $84,900.00 to $159,400.00 per year

Benefits

• 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
• Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO)
• Parental Leave

Application Deadline

Deadline to Apply: 08/30/26

Resources

EEO is the Law | EEO is the Law Supplement | Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination | Equal Opportunity Policy (PDF) | Employee Rights (PDF)

Security and Accessibility

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Company Culture

You. Us. Together.

At Xcel Energy, we’re more than an energy company. We’re reinventing how we power communities. Redefining how we care for customers. Reaffirming our commitment to the planet. We’re committed to leading with equity and inclusion. You’re not waiting for change – you’re creating it. You’re driven to protect the environment, support your community, and seek innovation. You want a career that grows with you and an employer who values you. You are reliable, trustworthy and bring integrity to everything you do. We are leading the way in clean energy. We’re using technology and innovation in every facet of our company. We’re providing safe, stable jobs with robust benefits. We keep our customers at the center of all we do. We’re committed to hiring a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can provide carbon-free electricity by 2050. Together, we can take care of the environment and our communities. Together, we can create a place where everyone belongs. Together we’re building a better tomorrow.