Manager, Capital Projects Sourcing

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

Develop and manage execution of engineering, procurement, & construction (EPC) projects, engineered equipment and construction services contract sourcing strategies aligned with business priorities. Provide project justifications for capital project proposals using should cost modeling. Create and implement strategies to achieve project savings targets. Direct post-award contract management plans, including KPIs. Lead project supply risk management strategy and ensure dispute resolution. Act as liaison between Capital Project teams and other depts. (Legal, Category Management, Tax, AP, Risk, Audit, etc.). Manage supplier qualification, request for proposal, proposal evaluation, contract negotiation, supplier selection, and contract award compliance.

Essential Responsibilities

• Develop and manage enterprise-wide supply chain strategy/tactics to acquire equipment and services for capital projects. Manage EPC projects, engineered equipment, and construction services contracts. Lead project commercial services standardization, contract development/administration, RFPs, bid specifications, and specialized terms & conditions. Manage acquisition of construction, other services, and major equipment for successful development, obtainment, analysis, negotiation, and award of contracts. Collaborate with business to achieve value capture.
• Administer standard commercial terms & conditions of contract issued by Legal and Supply Chain. Develop specialty contract formats and terms & conditions templates for engineering, procurement, construction (EPC), engineered equipment, construction services. Furnish & install contracts and storage site facility leases and equipment rental agreements.
• Manage process to track that contractor commitments, progress milestones, and payments are made in accordance with contractual terms & conditions and that full earned value to the project is achieved.
• Manage risks by ensuring documents/notices required for contractor mobilization (Proof of Insurance, Performance & Payment Bonds, Letters of Credit, Parental Guarantees, etc.), job progress (permits, etc.), and contract completion (lien waivers, as built drawings, etc.) are obtained and meet requirements.
• Lead strategic negotiations for XE's interests in capital construction contracts and large complex equipment purchases for capital projects. Manage change order process and establish contractor claims resolution process to minimize overall impact to project budget and schedule.
• Ensure collaboration with Category Management to leverage category strategies.
• Manage metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of capital projects' contracting strategies related to project cost and schedule targets. Compile/publish performance metrics. Utilize data to formulate lessons learned, facilitate continuous improvement in sourcing strategies, and share best practices.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Construction Management, Business, related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• MBA is highly desired and Certified Professional in Supply Chain Management (CPSM) or other professional certifications are strongly preferred.
• Ten years' experience managing supply chain for major capital projects.
• Two years' experience managing professional staff.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities, ability to influence others in a cross-functional environment, and proven results necessary.
• Extensive expertise in all elements of major construction contracts and negotiation required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, project management, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in managing multiple teams across multiple construction projects desired.
• 20% travel; driver's license required.

Preferred Requirement:

• Experience in Supply Chain programs at a commerical nuclear plant.

Xcel Energy is committed to the safety of its employees and customers, and promotes a Safety Always culture. Because of this, we strongly encourage all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19; however, vaccination is not mandatory. After being hired, you will asked to report your vaccination status and dates of vaccination. This information will be maintained confidentially and disclosed only on a need-to-know basis. If you are not fully vaccinated or choose not to disclose your vaccination status you will be required to follow any health-and-safety rules applicable to unvaccinated employees.

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.