Manager, Distribution Project Management Office
Xcel Energy
Lead distribution project management, overseeing operations, safety, and compliance.
3 days ago ago
$109,500 - $155,500
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Denver, CO
Hybrid
Company Size
14,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Project Management
Consulting
Engineering
Technical Services
Design
Sector Specialisms
Residential
Commercial
Industrial
Utilities
Energy
Infrastructure
Buildings
Government
Role
What you would be doing
talent management
resource utilization
project management
risk management
business optimization
relationship management
- Talent Management: Recruit talented employees, establish clear performance expectations and effectively manage performance. Provide training, coaching and feedback, oversight and drive employee engagement. Provide input and leadership in addressing bargaining unit issues, grievances, corrective actions, and future development. Promotes continuous learning and enhancement of job/industry knowledge and skills.
- Resource Utilization: Responsible for effective, efficient and competitive management and utilization of all resources, with emphasis on safety, timeliness, cost-containment, system reliability, customer satisfaction, optimal asset utilization and compliance with regulations. Develops leadership, selects and retains a multi-functional, diversified, well-trained, motivated and empowered workforce.
- Project Management: Accountable for the implementation and management of project structures including financial controls, detailed estimates, schedules, contracts, RFPs, and work plans for selected portfolio of projects, which may have operational, business system, and/or process improvement elements. Provide ownership and leadership over key program governance meetings.
- Scope & Risk Management: Develops strategies to assess complex issues and achieve results that consider the broader perspective of a wide array of stakeholders. Manages all processes related to scope, cost control, change management and risk mitigation in alignment with organizational best practices. Actively participate in formal company efforts to streamline processes, maintain and improve safety goals, meet customer expectations, and reduce costs.
- Business Optimization and Strategy: Establishes and champions business plans, goals and objectives in line with corporate and business unit strategic goals and initiatives. Manages teams to achieve approved project scope and develop optimal sequencing, detailed milestone schedules, project-level cost tracking, project control techniques, and reconciliation processes.
- Relationship Management: Establishes effective, collaborative working relationships with external entities and internal organizations to maximize project efficiency, responsiveness and resource allocation. Serves as change leader and champion for all efforts within their scope. Establish and maintain strategic partnerships with other business units and departments to ensure staff and customers receive information that is current, accurate and meets their expectations.
What you bring
5+ years
management
process improvement
change leadership
project management
bs engineering
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in operations, process management, and process improvement; utility experience preferred.
- Five or more years of prior management experience.
- Experience in process improvement, including process optimization and process mapping.
- Experience managing multiple workstreams and matrixed work teams (full and part-time resources) Strong change leadership, communication and collaboration skills
- Minimum of 7 years’ experience in theory and practice of project management techniques.
- BS in engineering, construction management or project management or related field preferred; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
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Company
Overview
1909
Year Established
The company has a history spanning over a century, demonstrating its long-standing presence in the energy sector.
- hiddenç‚ł Renewable energy solutions, including wind and solar power.
- hiddenç‚ł Reducing carbon emissions and increasing clean energy generation.
- hiddenç‚ł Large-scale renewable projects like the Rush Creek Wind Project in Colorado.
- hiddenç‚ł Service offerings cover residential, commercial, and industrial energy needs with an emphasis on sustainability.
- hiddenç‚ł Leader in energy efficiency programs, helping customers reduce consumption and costs.
- hiddenç‚ł Innovates in the energy sector, balancing economic and environmental goals.
90% Reduction
CO2 Emissions
Achieved a significant reduction in carbon dioxide emissions through sustainable practices and energy efficiency initiatives.
20 Hours
Employee Training
Provides employees with 20 hours of annual training focused on professional development and personal growth opportunities.
- Fosters a culture of innovation and creativity.
- Encourages open communication and collaboration.
- Values diversity and inclusion within the workplace.
- Supports community engagement and corporate social responsibility.
57% reduction
Carbon emissions from electricity
Achieved a 57% reduction in carbon emissions from 2005 levels as of early 2025.
1.5 million EVs
Electric vehicles enabled by 2030
Plans to enable 1.5 million electric vehicles by 2030 as part of broader sustainability goals.
$45 billion investment
In renewable energy projects
Investing $45 billion in generation, transmission, and other clean energy projects over five years (2024–2029).
54% carbon-free energy
In 2023
Achieved a 54% share of carbon-free energy in 2023, contributing to long-term sustainability goals.
- Plans for zero-carbon fleet and enhanced EV charging infrastructure by 2030/2035 include enabling 1.5 million electric vehicles and achieving $1/gallon equivalent fuel savings for customers.
- Investing in 4,000 MW+ of new wind and solar capacity by 2032, with all coal plants retiring by 2030 and nuclear energy extended until 2040.
- Developing battery storage technologies, such as a 10 MW iron-air battery, and piloting innovative solutions like hydrogen, RNG, heat pumps, and smart water heaters.
- Built a network of ~750 high-speed public EV charging stations in Minnesota and Wisconsin by 2026, alongside a home charger installation program to support widespread EV adoption.
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