Thermal Generation Development Project Leader

Xcel Energy Services Inc; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 159,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Incentive Program

Medical/Pharmacy Plan

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Xcel Energy Services Inc. seeks a Generation Development Project Manager (Thermal) to lead end-to-end large thermal generation projects from origination to regulatory approval. You will manage initiation, scope, schedule, cost, and risk, aligning financial, safety, and operational goals while guiding a matrixed team.

The role emphasizes planning, budgeting, and stakeholder engagement across multiple disciplines, with a hybrid onsite work model and opportunities to drive clean energy initiatives.

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.

Responsibilities

• Identify options, develop business cases, and secure approvals.
• Lead requirements gathering and planning with stakeholders.
• Define deliverables, milestones, and budgets.
• Manage project plans, scope, schedule, and risks.
• Coordinate resources and vendor/contract management.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Cross-functional teamwork

Communication

Vendor/contract management

Education

BS Engineering/Construction/Business/IT

Job description

Xcel Energy Services Inc. seeks a Generation Development Project Manager (Thermal) to lead end-to-end large thermal generation projects from origination to regulatory approval. You will manage initiation, scope, schedule, cost, and risk, aligning financial, safety, and operational goals while guiding a matrixed team.

The role emphasizes planning, budgeting, and stakeholder engagement across multiple disciplines, with a hybrid onsite work model and opportunities to drive clean energy initiatives.