Renewable Projects Lead — End-to-End PM

Xcel Energy; Fort Snelling Unorganized Territory (MN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

Xcel Energy in Minnesota is seeking a Project Manager I, II or III to lead end-to-end management of large renewable generation initiatives. The role requires coordinating scope, schedule, cost, and resources while aligning financial, safety, and operational goals across projects.

You will drive planning, execution, and risk mitigation with a matrixed team in a dynamic energy environment. The position emphasizes stakeholder engagement, budgeting, and contract management to deliver on time, within

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; 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
• 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 key stakeholders; define deliverables and milestones.
• Develop cost plans, budgets, and cost-benefit analysis for projects.
• Project Management: Ensure successful delivery of benefits and metrics in a dynamic environment.
• Independently manage detailed project plans to approved scope and schedule; track progress.
• Financial Management: Budgeting, forecasting, and actuals tracking; manage contracts.
• Resource Management: Forecast, schedule, and manage internal and external resources; manage vendor contracts.
• Scope & Risk Management: Manage scope changes and mitigate risks across projects.
• Relationship Management: Communicate status to senior leaders and build effective cross-functional relationships.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Vendor management

Education

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

Job description

Xcel Energy in Minnesota is seeking a Project Manager I, II or III to lead end-to-end management of large renewable generation initiatives. The role requires coordinating scope, schedule, cost, and resources while aligning financial, safety, and operational goals across projects.

You will drive planning, execution, and risk mitigation with a matrixed team in a dynamic energy environment. The position emphasizes stakeholder engagement, budgeting, and contract management to deliver on time, within