Strategic Regulatory Project Manager

Xcel Energy Services Inc; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 98,000 - 139,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Incentive Program

Medical/Pharmacy Plan

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Xcel Energy Services Inc is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead end-to-end initiatives, coordinating scope, cost, schedule and risk across complex programs.

Responsibilities include financial management, planning, and resource allocation, while aligning with business goals. The role requires strong leadership, communication and vendor management in a dynamic energy environment.

Qualifications

• 8 years work experience in operations, technology, finance, or comparable function.
• 5 - 7 years' experience in project management and process improvement.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial management including budgeting, forecasting, and actuals tracking; review variances and actions.
• Plan projects: define scope, milestones, and resource needs; secure approvals.
• Manage detailed project plans to approved scope and ensure milestones are met.
• Develop resource plans for a matrixed team and mentor junior staff.
• Identify risks, manage scope changes, and implement mitigation plans.
• Communicate status and build collaborative relationships across levels.

Skills

Project leadership

Budgeting

Forecasting

Contract management

Vendor management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

BS Engineering, Construction, Business, IT or related field

Job description

Xcel Energy Services Inc is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead end-to-end initiatives, coordinating scope, cost, schedule and risk across complex programs.

Responsibilities include financial management, planning, and resource allocation, while aligning with business goals. The role requires strong leadership, communication and vendor management in a dynamic energy environment.