Xcel Energy Services, Inc. Hiring for Project Manager I – Arvada, CO Job at Arvada, Colorado Full Time

Location(s): CO – ArvadaAre you looking for an exciting job where you can put your skills, talentsand education to work at a company you can feel proud to be a part of? Doyou want a workplace that will challenge you and offer you opportunities tolearn and grow? A professional position at Xcel Energy could be just whatyou’re looking for.Position SummaryStandard Operations Position. Provide project management, leadership andcoordination for one or more projects or project work streams. Responsible foroverall project scope, schedule, cost and risk management. Leads team toachieve approved project scope, develops strategic sequencing and detailedmilestone schedules, project-level cost tracking and reconciliation.Coordinates development of detailed cost estimates, schedules and associatedproject RFP’s, RFQ’s, contracts, etc. Responsible for leadingprojects through all internal and external processes. Manages the projectscope, schedule and closely plans and manages all project costs. Ensuresavailability or seeks out adequate resources for projects.Essential ResponsibilitiesProject Management: Prepare and produce project management reports,timelines, budgets, and documentation as guided by project or programmanager. Independently manage and build project plan deliverables on smallerprojects and contribute to larger projects. Provide tracking of large projectplans. Identify plan gaps and develop closure plans. Ensure the successfulcompletion of assigned project deliverables & milestones in adynamic/complex environment.Financial Management: Assist with management of project financials includingbudgeting, forecasting, and actuals tracking. Support RFP and contractmanagement processes. Review actuals versus planned budget during project lifecycle to identify deviations, research reason for deviation and recommendcorrective action. Ensure timely project closure, payment and reconciliation.Resource Management: Manage resources, both internal and external. Manageassigned contracts and associated payments and performance requirements.Manage a comprehensive resource plan for a matrixed team of diverse talent tomaximize skills and minimize cost.Project Planning: Define deliverables and required delivery dates.Facilitate the involvement of all key stakeholders in requirements gatheringand planning process. Develop solution design that encompasses the entireproject scope, and secure all required approvals (internal, external,etc.). Develop viable work plans/WBS, milestone schedules, and projectcost/benefit estimates.Scope & Risk Management: Manage project scope change process. Identifyrisks and issues throughout the project lifecycle steps and assist in creationof mitigation strategies and contingency plans.Relationship Management: Communicates project status to all levels of theorganization. Establish effective, collaborative working relationships tomaximize project efficiency, responsiveness and resource allocation.Minimum RequirementsMinimum 5 years work experience in operations, technology, finance, orcomparable function; utility experience preferredBS Engineering, Construction, Business, Information Technology orrelated field or an equivalent combination of education and experience3 -5 years’ experience in project management and process improvement; someformal project management training preferredDemonstrated ability to lead and influence othersStrong presentation and facilitation skills; excellent written/verbalcommunications skills requiredUnderstanding of core business processes/ industry trends with ability tounderstand/apply ongoing changesKnowledge of project planning and business need justification process andmethodologyAbility to adapt to change quickly and work within a diverse,cross-functional team environmentPrefered RequirementsVendor/contract management experience preferredPrior experience with Gas construction contractor management_______________________________________________________________________________________________A