Senior Project Director, Thermal Generation

Xcel Energy; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 129,000 - 183,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Incentive Program

Medical/Pharmacy Plan

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Pension

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Xcel Energy in Minnesota is seeking a Senior Project Manager to provide strategic leadership and direct management of large-scale Thermal Generation projects across the service territory. You will coordinate with regulators, municipalities, customers, and internal teams to ensure on-time delivery within budget.

The role requires strong program management skills, a track record of delivering complex energy infrastructure, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams through multi-year

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, engineering or related field is required.
• Minimum eight years combined gas/electric utility experience in engineering or an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or knowledge.
• Strong ability to motivate others and to manage projects.
• Ability to multitask and to interact with diverse work groups.
• Familiarity with regulations applicable to engineering/construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee design and construction of generation facilities to meet project timelines.
• Negotiate utility relocations and new power requirements, manage ROW and easement challenges.
• Coordinate with CDOT, contractors and internal departments to ensure compliance.
• Manage field relocations of facilities and power requirements for the project.
• Coordinate timely invoice reimbursements and resolve customer complaints.

Skills

Project leadership

Budget management

Stakeholder coordination

Regulatory awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, engineering or related field

PE License

Job description

Xcel Energy in Minnesota is seeking a Senior Project Manager to provide strategic leadership and direct management of large-scale Thermal Generation projects across the service territory. You will coordinate with regulators, municipalities, customers, and internal teams to ensure on-time delivery within budget.

The role requires strong program management skills, a track record of delivering complex energy infrastructure, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams through multi-year