Designer

Project Manager Electrical Distribution (Designer/PM Hybrid)

Entry level design position that provides new and existing commercial, industrial, residential, and internal customers with distribution design project management for the least complex areas of design. The responsibility of this position is to function as the primary contact for future and existing customers by providing cost effective designs that balance customer needs in accordance with Xcel Energy's standards and administrative guidelines. May provide work clarification for construction personnel and act as the liaison between the construction department and customers. May be expected to assist as needed after normal business hours during emergency situations.

Essential Responsibilities

• Manage projects from initial customer contact through post project analysis. Establish and manage the construction work plan in order to meet the customers schedule and design requirements as well as financial and budgetary requirements.
• Design safe operating facilities for new and existing customers according to Xcel Energy construction standards and interpret administrative instructions for consistent and cost-effective designs. Provide distribution design project management for the least complex areas of design. Responsible for the generation of additional revenue through contracts with new business or existing customers
• Obtain permits and easements for facilities in accordance with city ordinances, state, federal, and county agencies. Execute contracts and agreements in compliance with administrative instructions and regulatory requirements.
• Represent the Company with government officials, contractors, city agencies, vendors, architects, and engineers to provide service to customers.

Key deliverables include:

• Designing distribution work (GIS-based)
• Managing project lifecycle
• Coordinating with internal teams (engineering, operations, construction)
• Supporting new service applications (residential and commercial customers)

Top skills and qualifications required:

• Electrical distribution design experience
• Project management exposure
• Customer-facing experience
• Construction or utility background
• Microsoft Office

Non-technical skills necessary:

• Strong communication skills
• Customer service orientation
• Team collaboration
• Ability to work cross-functionally

Ideal candidate background and experience:

Entry-level (03 years experience) Electrical, GIS, Mapping, Project Management, Construction