Xcel Energy · 8 hours ago
AVP, Project Development
Denver Metropolitan Area
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$194K/yr - $246K/yr
10+ years expXcel Energy is a leading combination electricity and natural gas energy company, and they are seeking an Area Vice President of Generation Project Development to oversee strategic planning and execution of renewable energy projects. This role involves managing a multidisciplinary team and coordinating with stakeholders to deliver high-impact energy infrastructure investments.
Electrical DistributionEnergyNatural Resources
Responsibilities
Define and execute long-term strategies for renewable, gas generation and emerging technology development
Align project development with corporate decarbonization goals and integrated resource plans
Evaluate emerging technologies such as geothermal, long duration storage, nuclear and carbon-free fuels for integration into generation portfolios
Lead all phases of project development including site selection, permitting, interconnection, stakeholder engagement, and financial structuring
Lead a highly matrixed project development function to ensure coordination and alignment with internal stakeholders (e.g. Energy Supply, Major Projects Group, Corporate Development, Finance, Regulatory) and external partners (e.g. 3rd party project developments, equipment OEMs, EPC firms)
Support diligence of project acquisitions
Direct/coordinate supply chain selection, scheduling, cost estimating, and risk management for large-scale projects with internal and external stakeholders
Manage project bids for submission into ongoing Operating Company Resource Plan RFPs
Build and lead a multidisciplinary team of project managers, engineers, schedulers, and cost controllers
Oversee organizational design and talent development to support growth and execution capacity
Collaborate with internal regulatory and policy teams to prepare, file and secure approvals for projects
Navigate evolving energy market dynamics and ensure compliance with legislative initiatives
Engage with internal policy, regulatory and finance teams on ongoing legislation and regulation impact project development (e.g. permitting, tax policy)
Cultivate relationships with developers, OEMs, EPCs, and community stakeholders
Originate and advance competitive generation projects through strategic partnerships
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in technical or financial role or equivalent. MBA strongly desired
Ten+ years of experience in energy project development, business development or relevant experience with preference for at least 5 years in a leadership role
Proven track record in utility-scale renewable and gas generation project execution or relevant experience
Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks, financial modeling, and stakeholder engagement
Excellent leadership, communication, and strategic planning skills
Capable of integrating technical, managerial and business judgment
Ability to interact effectively with executive level management and the Board of Directors
Benefits
Annual Incentive Program
Long Term Incentive
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
Company
Xcel Energy
Xcel Energy is an electric and natural gas energy company that offers a portfolio of energy-related products and services to customers.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.39BKey Investors
US Department of EnergyBreakthrough Energy Ventures
2024-11-04Post Ipo Equity· $1.2B
2023-10-18Grant· $100M
2023-09-22Grant· $70M
Leadership Team
Robert Frenzel
Chairman, President and CEO
Tim Peterson
CIO/CTO
Recent News
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