Regulatory Project Manager – Technology Services

Xcel Energy

. Provide end-to-end project management, leadership, and coordination for large complex projects or transformational project work streams .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorLead💰 $97,600 - $138,600 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive project management expertise with a focus on budgeting, forecasting, and resource allocation, while effectively leading cross-functional teams and managing stakeholder relationships. Proficient in developing strategic project plans, identifying risks, and implementing mitigation strategies to ensure successful project delivery.

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Project ManagementBudgeting And ForecastingStakeholder EngagementRisk ManagementVendor Management

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Hard Skills

Project PlanningCost TrackingRequirements GatheringSolution DesignProcess ImprovementMilestone SchedulingChange ManagementResource PlanningContract ManagementAudit Compliance

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationPresentation SkillsFacilitation SkillsTeam Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

Project Management Training

Industry Keywords

Utility ExperienceNERC CIPSarbanes-Oxley (SOX)TSABusiness Process Understanding

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide end-to-end project management, leadership, and coordination for large complex projects or transformational project work streams
Manage project scope, schedule, cost, risk, financial, and operational goals
Provide work team direction to achieve approved project scope
Develop strategic sequencing and detailed milestone schedules
Track and reconcile project-level costs
Ensure adequate project resources are available
Manage project budgeting, forecasting, and actuals tracking
Facilitate RFP and contract management processes
Review budget variances and recommend corrective action
Ensure timely project closure, payment, and reconciliation
Lead requirements gathering and planning with key stakeholders
Develop solution designs, define project scope, and secure approvals
Coordinate dependencies with other initiatives
Define deliverables and delivery dates; develop work plans/WBS, milestone schedules, and cost/benefit estimates
Independently manage detailed project plans and cross-functional tracking
Identify plan gaps and develop closure plans
Manage internal and external resources, contracts, payments, and performance requirements
Develop resource plans for matrixed teams
Mentor and guide less experienced project team members
Manage scope change requests
Identify risks and issues and create mitigation strategies and contingency plans
Communicate project status across all organizational levels
Establish collaborative working relationships to maximize project efficiency, responsiveness, and resource allocation

Requirements

What you’ll need

8 years work experience in operations, technology, finance, or comparable function
Utility experience preferred
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
Some formal project management training preferred
Demonstrated ability to lead and influence others; informal leadership experience and training skills preferred
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
Vendor/contract management experience preferred
Audit experience involving assurance and validation of adherence to security or regulatory standards preferred
NERC CIP experience preferred
Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) or TSA experience 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