Senior Project Manager - Complex Programs & Transformation

Xcel Energy Inc; Amarillo, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 112,000 - 159,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Incentive Program

Health Care Plan

Pension / 401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Xcel Energy is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to oversee end-to-end management of large, complex projects within the Major Projects Group. You will lead cross-functional teams, align financial and operational goals, and ensure timely delivery while optimizing resources and risks.

The role demands a strong track record in project management, budgeting, and stakeholder leadership, with experience in coordinating with multiple business units to achieve strategic outcomes.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in operations, technology, finance, or related function.
• BS Engineering, Construction, Business, Information Technology or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 10 years' experience in project management and process improvement.
• Demonstrated ability to facilitate, train, lead and influence others, and adapt to change quickly.
• Experience with providing work direction to diverse/distributed work teams.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage large, complex projects; align scope, schedule, cost, and resources with strategic goals.
• Lead cross-functional teams and stakeholders; drive status reporting and issue resolution.
• Manage project budgeting, forecasting, and actuals; oversee RFP and contract processes.
• Forecast, schedule, and manage internal and external resources; coach team members.
• Oversee scope change processes and risk management for transformational work streams.
• Communicate project status effectively to senior leadership and stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Budgeting

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Resource planning

Education

BS in Engineering/Construction/Business/IT or related field

Job description

Xcel Energy is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to oversee end-to-end management of large, complex projects within the Major Projects Group. You will lead cross-functional teams, align financial and operational goals, and ensure timely delivery while optimizing resources and risks.

The role demands a strong track record in project management, budgeting, and stakeholder leadership, with experience in coordinating with multiple business units to achieve strategic outcomes.