Project Manager II - PSCO Distribution PMO

Xcel Energy•Denver, CO

61d

About The Position

Provide end-to-end project management, leadership and coordination for complex projects as part of a design/build contract with responsibility for project scope, schedule, cost and risk management with a focus on holistic project health. Provide work team direction to achieve approved project scope, develop strategic sequencing and project-level cost tracking and reconciliation. This role requires an agile mindset, strong leadership, and the ability to navigate complex considerations on electric distribution projects. The ideal candidate demonstrates resiliency, initiative, and ownership of their career.

Requirements

BS Engineering, Construction, Business, Information Technology or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience (5-7 years' experience in project management and process improvement)
Minimum 8 years' work experience in operations, technology, finance, or comparable function; utility experience preferred
Demonstrated ability to lead and influence others
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
Knowledge of project planning and business need justification process and methodology
Ability to adapt to change quickly and work within a diverse, cross-functional team environment

Nice To Haves

Demonstration of resilience in an evolving environment
Agile mindset that thrives in dynamic environments and adapts to evolving priorities
Takes holistic approach to project management which focuses on overall project health, not just deliverables
Collaborative leader that builds trust and alignment across diverse stakeholders
Analytical thinker who assesses project health holistically and makes data driven decisions
Understanding of land rights and/or utility construction is a plus
Previous project management training
Previous informal leadership experience and training skills
Vendor/contract management experience

Responsibilities

Financial Management: Manage project financials including budgeting, forecasting, and actuals tracking. Review actuals versus planned budget throughout project life cycle to identify variances and recommend corrective action. Ensure timely project closure, payment and reconciliation.
Project Planning: Lead project scoping process for approved projects while engaging all key stakeholders. Ensure coordination with other initiatives, assuring dependencies are identified and addressed. Define deliverables and develop and maintain project scope, schedules, budgets, and risk registers.
Project Management: Ensure alignment with organizational goals and PMO standards. Manage dependencies and constraints across electric distribution projects. Ensure the successful completion of assigned project deliverables & milestones in a dynamic/complex environment. Monitor and report on project health holistically, including deliverables, cost, schedule, quality, and stakeholder satisfaction.
Resource Management: Manage resources, both internal and external. Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders from end to end including but not limited to land rights, environmental, design team, permitting agencies and construction team. Apply agile principles to adapt to changing priorities and deliver incremental value. Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company standards. Manage assigned contracts, associated payments and performance requirements. Provide mentoring and guidance to less experienced project team members.
Scope & Risk Management: Manage scope change request process. Identify and manage risks and issues throughout the project lifecycle and create mitigation strategies and contingency plans.
Relationship Management: Communicate project status to all levels of the organization. Establish effective, collaborative working relationships to maximize project efficiency, responsiveness and resource allocation. Demonstrate resiliency, adaptability and effective communication in challenging situations