New

Lead Specialist Project Planner

CenterPoint Energy
paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, Texas, Houston
Nov 05, 2025
CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years. Our Vision: Our vision is to become the most admired utility in the United States through the execution of our long-term growth strategy. We have an unwavering commitment to safely and reliably deliver electricity and natural gas to millions of people. Our Commitment: CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce. At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve. Job Summary: Provides all aspects of project construction readiness, work planning,communications,and management reportingfor thetimelycompletion of transmission line construction projects. Essential Functions: Perform construction readiness reviews for thetimelytransition from a conceptual development plan to construction. Develop project construction readiness implementation plansincludingreadiness analysis,readiness activities,and readiness reporting. Perform activity mapping and task identification reviews with stakeholders, including the use of transmission system development plans, GIS data systems, aerial photography, and facility maps. Work closely with various project stakeholders toidentifydesired outcomes, project deliverables, and risk impacts. Meet, asappropriate, with project team members todetermineproject scopes of work and schedules. Work closely with the Business Analysts on project budgets and work estimates. Build andmaintainproject schedules usingOracle Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project Professionalsoftware. Perform field inspections as necessary to ensure on-time performance of task schedules. Manage project forecasting andmonitorpre-construction activities, prepare readiness reports, andestablishmetrics to ensuretimelywork progress. Analyze monthly schedule progress deviations anddeterminecritical path exceptions. Keep management informed on project readiness status by preparing reports, making presentations, interpreting information, and making recommendations asrequired. Other duties asdeterminedbyManagerto support division goals andobjectives. Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree required. Preferable to have a degree in Engineering, Business, Business Management,Project Management,Engineering Management,Construction Management,Industrial Management,Operations Management, Supply Chain Management,Computer Science,or Technologyisrequired. Experience: Aminimum ofeight(8) years of applicable work experience inproject scheduling, construction management, or construction operations in a corporate or electric utility environment. AMaster'sdegree in a business, operations, or construction field may be substituted for one year of experience. A Ph.D. degree in a business, operations, or construction field may be substituted for up to anadditionalyear of experience. We want you to know Being a part of the CenterPoint Energy team is more than a career alone. It's an opportunity to make a positive impact. You will be an integral part of enabling everyday life and the pursuit of possibilities for the customers we serve and the communities we share. The vital services we provide are at the core of making our world work, and by sharing your energy with us, we'll create a better tomorrow together. What we bring to you Competitive pay Paid training Benefits eligibility begins on your 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 headquarters in Houston Professional growth and development programs including tuition reimbursement 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match dollar-for-dollar up to 6% and a company contribution of 3% regardless of your contribution Job Type:Full Time Posting Start Date: 11/04/2025 Posting End Date: 11/11/2025 This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR * 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a), and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability. #LI-CNP