Manager of Alternatives
Manager of Alternatives
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$ 125900 - 178766
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Job Description
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 youre looking for.
Position Summary:
Responsible for overseeing and developing innovative strategies focused on alternative solutions to avoid reduce or defer traditional investment in natural gas system infrastructure. Review existing natural gas system infrastructure identify opportunities for alternatives and collaborate with various internal and external stakeholders to promote sustainable and efficient practices. Partner with other business units to implement alternative solutions to reduce expansion of the natural gas system and advance a clean energy future. Provide input on overall strategic direction and initiatives for the gas utilities of all OpCos (both distribution and transmission) and develop recommendations for performance governance. Provide leadership on large projects and partners with other gas functions to improve current processes and coordinates the implementation of new processes as needed. Leads critical projects on behalf of the organization and serves as a liaison and represents the organization with key business partners.
Essential Responsibilities:
Develop and implement comprehensive strategies for alternative solutions in alignment with organizational goals and regulatory requirements.
Coordinate and lead crossfunctional teams to identify prioritize and implement sustainable practices technologies and processes.
Analyze data and performance metrics to assess the effectiveness of implemented solutions drive continuous improvement and ensure safety and reliability of the natural gas system.
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to foster sustainability partnerships engage employees and promote a culture of innovation.
Conceptualize and design market transformation initiatives.
Implement programs that effectively address barriers to implementation.
Represent the Company in public forums and industry conferences related to alternative gas planning initiatives.
Appear as an expert witness for the company on regulatory matters and with key business partners.
Coordinate the annual strategic business planning effort to include the creation of operating plans scorecard baselines and performance management considerations for the organization. Evaluate the key performance indicators and individual goals for consistency measurability and alignment with overall strategic initiatives and plans.
Attract recruit and retain the talent necessary to meet business objectives. Communicate clear performance expectations regularly measure the performance of those standards.
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelors degree in Business Finance Engineering Economics or related discipline and/or a combination of education and experience providing equivalent knowledge. Advanced degree preferred.
Demonstrated knowledge of Xcel Energys accounting budgeting and financial forecasting procedures and systems.
Ten or more years of utilities clean energy financial analysis and/or regulatory experience.
Ability to appear as an expert witness.
Demonstrated experience in business and operational performance measures and scorecards.
Experience in successfully managing projects and budgets.
Demonstrated leadership experience facilitating implementing and administering business plans performance management and process improvement programs.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Must be proficient at database and personal computer analytics and reporting tools.
Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to implement projects that cross organizations business units and professional disciplines supporting culture change.
Experience in nonpipeline alternatives and/or decarbonization initiatives preferred.
As a leading combination electricity and natural gas energy company Xcel Energy offers a comprehensive portfolio of energyrelated 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 youre 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 .
NonBargainingThe anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $125900.00 to $178766.00 per yearThis 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) LimitedPurpose FSA (if enrolled in eligible health plan and HSA) Transportation Reimbursement Account Shortterm disability (STD) Longterm 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 LeaveBenefit 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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Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
