Environmental Specialist

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

Assist assigned business unit(s) in complying with Corporate Environmental Policies and Procedures and all federal, state, and local environmental rules and regulations while conducting operations in an environmentally responsible manner. Coordinate environmental initiatives, conduct required analyses and perform observations, and evaluate results to make recommendations as necessary for maintaining compliance with governing regulatory agencies.

Essential Functions

- Provide environmental support for CenterPoint Energy Gas, Electric or Corporate Operations and other technical services.

- Conduct preliminary project site evaluations to assess potential for wetlands, threatened/endangered species, and other natural and cultural resource impacts requiring permitting.

- Commission and supervise formal wetland, ecological, and cultural surveys and studies.

- Provide support for securing necessary permits and licenses from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Texas General Land Office, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, and other local, state, and federal agencies.

- Interface with federal, state, and local environmental agency staff regarding company’s operations.

- Communicate environmental requirements to assigned business units.

- Review contractor work periodically to ensure services are performed according to applicable environmental specifications, standards, and regulatory requirements.

- Review and process environmental consultant billings to ensure charges are appropriate and are allocated to the correct business units.

- Assemble required data and information to support submittals to regulatory agencies and internal clients. This involves investigations that includes analyzing and interpreting data, trends and patterns.

- Remain available 24 hours/day to respond to emergency calls regarding spills or other environmental emergencies.

- Manage multiple projects concurrently.

- Develop and present training programs for client specific requirement.

- Conduct complex regulatory and legislative analyses.

Education Description

- Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Management, Engineering or Science or a related technical field from an accredited college or university.

Experience

- Requires a minimum of two (2) years environmental regulatory environmental work, specifically wetland and ecological assessments and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers permitting.

- Must have a good understanding of environmental sciences as well as familiarity with federal, state and local environmental rules and regulations.

- Academic research experience is optional but helpful.

Possess a working knowledge of and/or experience in one or more of the following:

- Ecological Monitoring and/or Wildlife Protection Regulations

- Environmental Permitting/Licensing

Additional education or advanced degrees in disciplines consistent with Environmental Department activities may be substituted for these experience requirements.

Additional Knowledge, Skills, Licences/Certifications, Abilities & Personal Characteristics (KSLAPS)

- Able to demonstrate commitment to compliance with applicable laws and regulations, the Company’s Ethics and Compliance Code of Conduct, and other Company policies and procedures and do so consistently, take all required training courses and do so timely.

- Able to demonstrate respect for all individuals, adhere to the Company’s values and business practices and do both consistently.

- Able to demonstrate and apply operational knowledge of energy delivery industry.

- Able to demonstrate and apply knowledge of environmental regulations and how they relate to work performed by the Business Unit.

- Able to demonstrate a working knowledge in one or more of the following areas: Environmental Assessment and/or Due Diligence, Ecological Monitoring Program Implementation, Environmental Permitting/Licensing.

- Ability to be self-motivated with strong interpersonal skills and cultivate an effective team dynamic.

- Able to establish and maintain constructive and positive working relationships with internal clients and external customers.

- Ability to be detail oriented and demonstrate analytical and organizational skills.

- Ability to demonstrate skills in conflict resolution and problem solving.

- Able to take initiative to reason and exercise independent judgment and discretion in dealing with a variety of individuals and situations.

- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information, work effectively under pressure, and practice efficient time management.

- Oriented toward team success and willing to accept a variety of assignments as necessary to achieve results.

- Ability to use personal computers with experience in software such as Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.

- Ability to handle multiple tasks and changing priorities and deadlines.

- Ability to demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills necessary to deal with internal and external parties in person and on the telephone.

- Able to travel out of town, occasionally overnight, for meetings, audits, conferences, etc.

- Able to provide a valid state driver's license, present and maintain a safe driving record and to operate company vehicles safely and in compliance with applicable laws and company policies.

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:

07/30/2025

Posting End Date:

08/03/2025

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.