Are you looking for an exciting job where you can put your skills and talents to work at a company you can feel proud to be a part of? Do you want a workplace that will challenge you and offer you opportunities to learn and grow? A position at Xcel Energy could be just what you're looking for.
Position Summary
Provide leadership and technical construction oversight for the Construction Services department in Energy Supply Projects. Ensure financial performance and environmental compliance. Knowledge of generating plant designs and systems along with acceptable construction and maintenance practices. Must establish effective internal and external relationships with contractors, craft labor union representatives, suppliers, and the building trade council representatives. Standard Operations Position. Provide management, technical assistance, and direct oversight of the safe, cost effective, day to day construction activities for capital projects, Strategic renewable capital projects, including but not limited to Wind, Solar, Battery, and gas conversions, certain O&M projects, outage related construction activities, and other special projects as assigned. Ensure that projects are adequately resourced and oversee the schedule and budget of the construction or O&M components. Pre-qualify and maintain a list of approved contractors and inspectors. Execute the inspection plan. Deliver safe, reliable, and compliant operations and ensure customer safety and satisfaction.
Essential Responsibilities
Establish and manage O&M and Capital budgets to ensure effective and efficient utilization of available resources. Ensure that construction work is completed on time, within budget, and according to specifications/scope of work. Oversee the day-to-day cost and schedule of all operational activities.
Provide site safety adherence of internal and external workers. Assure safety is a prime focus of all personnel. Conduct worksite audits, observations of employees, investigate safety accidents/injuries/issues and resolve conflicts with safety rules.
Represent Xcel Energy's interests in contract negotiations and relationships with suppliers, contractors, industry/professional organizations and the public while maintaining high ethical standards at all times. Secure all required construction resources for projects. Qualify contractors to bid on projects.
Ensure reliability in order to deliver production and ancillary services to customers. Ensure customer interfaces are managed effectively. Establish action plans to ensure key performance indicators (KPI's), initiatives and other goals are met.
Provide opportunities for employee development, recognition, communication, and involvement. Ensure employee compliance with all Xcel Energy policies and procedures. Ensure potential contractors and/or suppliers are qualified to perform construction work in accordance with accepted Energy Supply standards and practices.
Ensure all personnel understand the requirements of environmental permits and applicable regulations. Secure permits/licenses/certifications needed to accomplish assigned work.
Safety: Monitor and champion construction safety to ensure safe performance and adherence to safety requirements. Provide visible safety leadership and participate in worksite audits, safety observations, safety investigations and reporting of incidents and near misses, and accidents/Injuries/Issues. Monitor the implementation of disciplinary measures and/or removal of workers for safety violations per established rules and requirements, monitor compliance with OSHA Regulations and perform and report Safety Observations on all Contractors performing work on Xcel Energy Projects.
Business Optimization & Strategy: Provide input into the labor resource strategy for one or more projects. Assist with in-depth project constructability assessments and reviews. Prepare detailed budget and labor estimates, material lists and requirements. Establish project performance metrics and include in contracts. Ensure and reinforce the importance of process adherence and data integrity. Monitor performance and take action where necessary.
Operational Effectiveness: Ensure that construction or O&M activities are completed on time, within budget, and according to specifications/scope of work. Monitor the day-to-day cost and schedule. Report status and explain deviations while driving efficiency and improved productivity. Authorize payment release for work performed.
Relationship Management: Establish effective teamwork and relationships with contractors, craft labor, customers and other stakeholders. Provide construction consult to project leads and other team members and assist with mentoring and construction knowledge transfer to other engineering and construction employees.
Regulatory & Compliance: Ensure adequate inspection and/or monitoring of all work to establish compliance with requirements, and to maintain appropriate records in the project file. Participate in construction inspections and quality related.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelors degree in Engineering or Construction Management, Technical college Certificate in construction, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Eight or more years power plant construction/maintenance experience and/or five or more years in wind/solar/battery/renewable construction.
Demonstrated ability to supervise a group of people.
Demonstrated ability to handle multiple competing priorities and projects toward competing deadlines. May be required to work long work days accustom to our construction environment, along with travel and overnight stays away from home or office.
Strong oral and written communication skills required.
Ability to manage multiple projects and/or priorities required.
Demonstrates and applies in-depth knowledge of construction management concepts, practices and procedures.
Demonstrated ability to successfully negotiate issue resolution.
Knowledgeable in the use of a computer and Microsoft Office Suites.
Preferred Characteristics:
Ideal candidate will be open to consistent travel throughout the week and comfortable with overnight travel.
As a leading combination electricity and natural gas energy company, Xcel Energy offers a comprehensive portfolio of energy-related products and services to 3.4 million electricity and 1.9 million natural gas customers across eight Western and Midwestern states. At Xcel Energy, we strive to be the preferred and trusted provider of the energy our customers need. If you're ready to be a part of something big, we invite you to join our team.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to apply please contact us at recruiting@xcelenergy.com .
Non-Bargaining
The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $95,200.00 to $135,200.00 per year
This position is eligible for the following benefits: Annual Incentive Program, Medical/Pharmacy Plan, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Dependent Care Reimbursement Account, Health Care Reimbursement 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
Benefit plans are subject to change and Xcel Energy has the right to end, suspend, or amend any of its plans, at any time, in whole or in part.
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Deadline to Apply: 08/04/25
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