Generation Development Project Estimator

Xcel Energy

. Create and manage new power generation project cost estimates .

Posted 10/16/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $97,600 - $138,600 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

Use this summary to align your resume positioning with the role.

Demonstrates expertise in project cost estimating, planning, and scheduling for large-scale power generation projects, utilizing advanced estimating tools and methodologies. Proficient in managing project management applications and ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Project Cost EstimatingPrimavera P6AACE Cost Estimating StandardsHeavy Industrial ConstructionCommercial Project Management Platforms

ATS Keywords

Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills

Cost Estimating TechniquesProject PlanningScheduling MethodsQuantitative Risk AnalysisData Integrity AssuranceConstruction Takeoff EstimatesContingency EstimationReport Template DevelopmentQuality AssuranceUser Acceptance Testing

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunicationProblem-SolvingTraining DevelopmentChange Management

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeInEightEnterprise Project Portfolio Management ApplicationsCost Control ApplicationsProject Management Systems

Industry Keywords

Power GenerationUtility Project PlanningHeavy ConstructionEPC ServicesConstruction Services

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Create and manage new power generation project cost estimates
Develop and maintain estimating tools, including complex spreadsheets and commercial project management platforms
Maintain databases of prior cost information
Support project managers in creating cost estimates for billion-dollar-class power generation projects
Develop whole-project development estimates covering major equipment contracts, EPC and construction services, interconnection, land and permitting, consultants, indirect and owner’s costs, contingencies, total estimate rollups, and cash flows
Work with development project managers to create quantitative risk registers and risk-weighted contingency estimates
Review detailed construction and material takeoff estimates from third-party EPCs or construction contractors
Collaborate with project managers, schedulers, supply chain, vendor representatives, and Generation Development leadership
Support development of accurate competitive bids for new power generation projects
Provide ongoing support for project management systems
Perform project management application system administration, including Primavera P6, enterprise project portfolio management applications, and cost control applications
Lead project management application launches, training plans, continuous improvement, and change management
Develop quantitative metrics for application accessibility, reliability, usability, and adoption
Administer user IDs, passwords, roles, and views
Ensure compliance with software licensing requirements
Perform user acceptance testing for software enhancements
Troubleshoot system and user problems and escalate issues to IT personnel when necessary
Maintain project management and controls policies, procedures, guidelines, and tool box elements
Develop report templates for effective project management and standardized reporting
Provide quality assurance and control for data integrity, standard work breakdown structures, and project templates
Collaborate with application end users, business unit leadership, and corporate stakeholders

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university, or equivalent relevant experience with knowledge of heavy construction and/or utility project planning, scheduling and cost estimating techniques
Minimum of five (5) years related experience including detailed knowledge of project planning, cost estimating, and scheduling methods and practices
Proficient to expert in standard server software applications such as e-mail and Microsoft Office applications
Proficiency with AACE cost estimating standards and practices
Experience in project cost estimating for heavy industrial construction projects preferred
Utility experience strongly preferred
Proficiency with scheduling tools such as Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project preferred
Proficiency with commercial project management platforms such as InEight preferred

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
Opportunities to grow and expand skills
Meaningful rewards, recognition, and support