Contracting and Utility Services Manager

Xcel Energy

. Manage administration and coordination of new business gas and electric contract contractors across the contractor work-to-pay lifecycle.

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorLead💰 $97,600 - $138,600 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in contract administration, vendor management, and compliance with regulatory standards in the gas and electric utility sector. Proven ability to lead process improvements and manage cross-functional teams to achieve operational excellence and budgetary goals.

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Contract AdministrationVendor ManagementRegulatory ComplianceProcess TransformationAnalytical Skills

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Hard Skills

Contract AdministrationVendor OnboardingBudget ManagementData AnalyticsConstruction StandardsOperational ExcellenceInvoice ManagementPerformance MetricsRegulatory KnowledgeUnion Labor Agreements

Soft Skills

LeadershipProblem-SolvingCollaborationInfluencing OutcomesCoaching

Tools & Technologies

PC ApplicationsMainframe ApplicationsAnalytical Software

Industry Keywords

Gas/Electric SystemFERCDOTNECOSHAEEO/AAEPAPUCSOxROW

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage administration and coordination of new business gas and electric contract contractors across the contractor work-to-pay lifecycle.
Ensure contractor work is authorized, funded, executed, invoiced and paid according to company policies, financial controls and regulatory requirements.
Oversee purchase requisition, purchase order and Service Entry Sheet (SES) processes, vendor onboarding, invoice exception management, accruals and vendor payment support.
Provide guidance to Business Operations leadership, Supply Chain and Finance regarding contractors providing boring, restoration and barricading services.
Lead contract administration activities, including vendor onboarding, training, system access, billing support and payment issue resolution.
Oversee vendor transitions, pricing changes and new agreement implementation.
Manage contractors, Utility Services, bore crews, supervisors, associates and administrative assistants.
Determine whether work is performed by contractors, Utility Services or Company Bore crews.
Manage deployment of crews throughout Xcel Energy's service territory.
Establish goals, promote knowledge sharing and build organizational capability.
Provide leadership and oversight for purchasing, invoicing, payment, reporting, reconciliation, accrual and funding activities.
Implement plans and recommendations to meet budgetary goals and track construction expenses.
Monitor quality, public safety, customer satisfaction, cost goals, KPIs and contractor scorecard performance.
Collaborate with contractor management and Union Business Agents to promote continuous improvement.
Resolve variances and improve project and work performance.
Ensure contractors and utility workers comply with Xcel Energy standards, policies, procedures and applicable regulations.
Champion internal-control, standardization, automation and process-redesign initiatives using performance metrics and data analytics.
Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, Accounts Payable, project teams and external contractors.
Serve as a trusted advisor and escalation point for complex business issues.
Maintain operational controls and audit-ready documentation for SOx controls, financial governance, standards, regulations and bargaining agreements.
Hire, develop, motivate, coach and counsel employees as needed.
Monitor and report O&M budgets, suggest spending reductions and manage departmental spending within approved limits.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in a technical or business field or a combination of education and experience providing equivalent knowledge.
Eight years of experience in construction, operations or contract administration, including two years management/supervisory experience.
Working knowledge of gas/electric system construction, operations and maintenance standards, procedures and governmental regulations.
Knowledge of union labor agreements is required.
Experienced with PC and mainframe computer applications and analytical software desirable.
Capable of handling several activities and interacting with many diverse work groups in a broad setting.
Knowledge of codes/regulations including FERC, DOT, NEC, OSHA, EEO/AA, EPA, PUC, OPS, SOx, environmental, ROW, land use, franchise and local building codes.
Subject to all applicable Federal, State and Xcel Energy drug testing requirements.
Willingness and ability to travel occasionally.
Demonstrated experience leading process transformation, automation, or operational excellence initiatives.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to leverage data and performance metrics to drive business decisions.
Proven ability to influence outcomes and build effective partnerships across multiple business functions and leadership levels.
Experience managing vendor performance scorecards, service-level expectations, invoice exceptions, and supplier escalations.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual Incentive Program
Medical/Pharmacy Plan
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
Health Care Flexible Spending Account
Health Savings Account (HSA) (if enrolled in eligible health plan)
Limited-Purpose FSA (if enrolled in eligible health plan and HSA)
Transportation Reimbursement Account
Short-term disability (STD)
Long-term disability (LTD)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Fitness Center Reimbursement (if enrolled in eligible health plan)
Tuition reimbursement
Transit programs
Employee recognition program
Pension
401(k) plan
Paid time off (PTO)
Holidays
Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO)
Parental Leave
Hybrid work model supporting collaboration and flexibility