Senior Project Director - Major Utility Projects

Xcel Energy; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 129,000 - 183,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Incentive Program

Medical/Pharmacy Plan

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Holidays

Parental Leave

Pension

Job summary

Xcel Energy in Denver seeks a Senior Project Manager to provide strategic leadership and direct management for high-value projects in the Major Projects Group (MPG), spanning up to five years and including electric transmission and gas relocation work.

You will coordinate with utilities, regulators, municipalities, customers and legal teams; oversee budgets, schedules, procurement, and closeout activities, ensure regulatory and corporate compliance, and drive timely invoicing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, engineering or related field.
• Minimum eight years combined gas or electric utility experience in engineering or related field.
• Strong ability to motivate others and to manage projects.
• Ability to multitask and interact with diverse work groups.
• Familiarity with regulations applicable to engineering/construction projects.
• Subject to drug testing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the design and relocation of gas/electric facilities and coordinate engineering of electric transmission and gas systems.
• Negotiate work requests and execute agreements for utility relocations and new power requirements.
• Manage field relocations to minimize downtime and meet project timelines.
• Coordinate timely invoice reimbursements for the project.
• Resolve customer complaints promptly and equitably.
• Report project status to stakeholders across Xcel Energy.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Stakeholder coordination

Budget oversight

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, engineering or related field

Job description

Xcel Energy in Denver seeks a Senior Project Manager to provide strategic leadership and direct management for high-value projects in the Major Projects Group (MPG), spanning up to five years and including electric transmission and gas relocation work.

You will coordinate with utilities, regulators, municipalities, customers and legal teams; oversee budgets, schedules, procurement, and closeout activities, ensure regulatory and corporate compliance, and drive timely invoicing.