Manager, Large Customer Projects

Company Overview

CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years. Our vision is to become the most admired utility in the United States through the execution of our long‑term growth strategy. We are committed to safely and reliably delivering electricity and natural gas to millions of people.

We are dedicated to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities, and talents of a diverse workforce. Individuals are respected for their contributions toward company objectives, and we strive for an inclusive environment across all levels that reflects the communities we serve.

Job Summary

The Large Customer Projects Manager leads and directs a project‑management team—including Project Managers, Cost Controllers, and Schedulers—to execute customer‑driven projects effectively and efficiently within the capital portfolio. The manager oversees projects from inception to close‑out, mitigates risks, removes obstacles, and identifies process‑improvement opportunities throughout the project life cycle.

Responsibilities

• Manage employees performing project‑management functions from start to completion, covering siting, environmental, permitting, planning, estimating, engineering, right‑of‑way acquisition, project controls, bid‑phase services, procurement, constructability reviews, material management, construction management, and closeout.
• Build relationships and interface with operational groups, engineering, survey and right‑of‑way, regulatory, finance, procurement & logistics, and other stakeholders.
• Work proactively with internal stakeholders to identify process‑improvement opportunities and create efficiencies.
• Provide organizational oversight to ensure process and documentation consistency across the enterprise.
• Utilize and champion designated software tools.
• Develop departmental goals and initiatives; set individual performance goals with team members.
• Manage a team of CNP full‑time employees and internal contractors to execute customer projects in the capital portfolio.
• Participate in recurring meetings with internal and external stakeholders.
• Assist in managing the CEHE capital portfolio budget and forecasting; support monthly CAPEX budget meetings.
• Demonstrate superior written and oral communication skills.
• Monitor performance, maintain employee records and documentation, provide ongoing feedback, coach for improvement, conduct formal performance reviews, and administer disciplinary action when warranted.
• Ensure all employees maintain a safe working environment.
• Demonstrate initiative and a continuous‑improvement mindset.
• Provide thorough documentation, including business cases, performance metrics, and status reports.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Business Management, Project Management, Construction Management, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, or a related technical discipline from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in the electric utility industry.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Paid training
• Benefits eligibility begins on the first day
• Transit subsidies
• Flexible work schedule, paid holidays, and paid time off
• Access to discounts at fitness clubs and an on‑site wellness center at our Houston headquarters
• Professional growth and development programs, including tuition reimbursement
• 401(k) Savings Plan with a company match dollar‑for‑dollar up to 6% and an additional company contribution of 3% regardless of employee contribution

Pay

Competitive pay with paid training.

Schedule

Flexible work schedule, paid holidays, and paid time off.