Xcel Energy

Manager, IT

Xcel Energy$112K — $159K *
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Technology, Science, Business, or related field, or equivalent experience
  • Over 10 years in end-to-end service lifecycle, business process, project or product management
  • Five years of leadership experience overseeing teams
  • Strong communication skills with diverse organizational levels
  • Proven capability in strategic planning and operations
  • Experience in regulated industries and compliance management
  • Demonstrated problem-solving and continuous improvement skills.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and develop a team, managing performance and alignment with contracts.
  • Collaborate with various internal departments to understand and meet customer needs.
  • Ensure products and services are efficient, stable, and within budget constraints.
  • Drive improvements in IT operations, enhancing performance and stability.
  • Proactively manage service disruptions to minimize downtime.

Benefits

  • Annual Incentive Program
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Tuition reimbursement to support ongoing education
  • Pension plan and 401(k) retirement plan options
  • Paid time off, including holidays and parental leave
  • Employee recognition and wellness programs
Full Job Description
Position Summary

The IT Manager is responsible for leading a team in end-to-end lifecycle management of an assigned IT Portfolio capability. Accountable for planning, delivery and operation of services, products and processes, as well as people leadership and vendor management. They continuously innovate their product or service, and contribute to achieving IT and Enterprise Strategies and KPIs.

Essential Responsibilities
  • Leadership: Lead and manage the performance and development of staff. Lead priorities and manage work performance of staff, vendors and contractors. Provide leadership as needed across multiple sites, and in alignment with Union or other contracts.
  • Relationship Management: Understand the customers' needs, and partner to deliver innovative solutions. Partner with Supply Chain, Finance, Enterprise Security, Audit/Compliance and other internal groups to drive results.
  • Product Management: Ensure products and services operate in a lean, stable, and adaptable manner. Ensure product delivery and operation are cost effective and within budget.
  • Operations Management: Drive ongoing improvements in IT operational performance. Proactively prevent, and support prompt restoration of service disruptions.


Minimum Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Technology, Science, Business or related field, or 4 years of experience equivalent to the position
  • Excellent communication skills, effective with varying organizational levels and skill sets
  • Excellent Relationship Management and collaboration skills, with a track record of working as one team cross-organizationally to drive innovation and business results""
  • Five years of prior people leadership experience
  • Ten years of experience with end-to-end service lifecycle, business process, project or product management
  • Experience with strategic planning, portfolio prioritization, delivery execution, and operations
  • Experience working within a regulated industry
  • Ability to deliver value in compliance with policies and regulations
  • Demonstrated ability to apply a customer focus, problem solve, and drive continuous improvement to solutions, systems and processes.
  • Demonstrated ability to drive, adopt, and lead others through change in a diverse and dynamic environment
  • Exposure to Sourcing and Contract Management practices
  • ability to attain and hold in-depth acumen in business process, technical knowledge, and architectural topology


Preferred Qualifications
  • Capital Delivery leadership experience
  • 3+ years of Xcel Delivery Experience
  • 10 + years of project and Program Delivery Experience
  • Data and Analytics Domain Experience


Non-Bargaining

The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $112,200.00 to $159,400.00 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.

In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information including but not limited to dates of school attendance and graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

Deadline to Apply: 07/15/26

About Xcel Energy

Xcel Energy Careers

Join the dynamic team at Xcel Energy, where innovation meets expertise in the pursuit of sustainable energy solutions. As a leading energy company, Xcel Energy offers unparalleled job opportunities that empower professionals to advance their careers while contributing to environmental stewardship.

Work You’ll Do

At Xcel Energy, you’ll collaborate with skilled professionals dedicated to pioneering advancements in the energy sector. Our team is at the forefront of developing sustainable energy technologies that revolutionize how people consume energy. By joining us, you will be part of a culture that values diversity, leadership, and professional growth.

Innovate and Lead

Step into a role where your skills will directly enhance our capabilities in delivering reliable and sustainable energy. Xcel Energy is a hub for innovation, where your ideas can lead to groundbreaking solutions that shape the future of energy. Our leadership is committed to fostering an environment where creativity and strategic thinking are at the core of our operations.

Career Development

Xcel Energy is deeply invested in the professional development of its team members. With a variety of career paths available, from engineering to customer service, your journey with us is filled with endless possibilities. We support your growth with robust training programs, leadership development opportunities, and diversity training that prepare you for success.

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Internship Programs

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Learn more about Xcel Energy
Size
11,321 employees
Market Cap
$38.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$1.4 billion
Founded
2000
5 Year Trend
+3.9%
Revenue
$11.5 billion
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