Manager, Capital Construction

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 Title: Manager, Capital Construction

Position Summary

The Manager, Capital Construction is responsible for the leadership, planning, execution, and delivery of a diverse portfolio of facility construction and renovation projects. This role ensures that all capital projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to defined quality and safety standards. Acting as the organizational lead for construction execution, this manager will direct internal teams and external partners (architects, engineers, contractors, and consultants), while driving strategic alignment with organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities

- Oversee the full lifecycle of facility construction projects, from concept development, scoping, and budgeting through construction, commissioning, and closeout.

- Direct and manage project teams, including internal staff and external partners, across multiple concurrent capital projects.

- Lead project governance and reporting activities, including risk mitigation, financial tracking, change control, and performance metrics.

- Ensure strict compliance with building codes, environmental regulations, corporate policies and standards.

- Develop and manage project budgets and schedules; oversee procurement strategies and contractor negotiations.

- Coordinate resolution of field conditions, design conflicts, and permitting challenges in real time.

- Champion best-in-class project management practices, including use of technology platforms.

- Facilitate transparent communication with senior leadership, providing regular updates on project performance, risks, and opportunities.

- Support long-range planning initiatives, space planning strategies, and infrastructure modernization.

- Foster a high-performance team culture with a focus on accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related discipline required.

- 7+ years of experience in managing large-scale capital construction projects, including direct oversight of multimillion-dollar budgets.

- Proven experience in institutional, commercial, or infrastructure construction environments.

- Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills, including experience reporting to executive leadership and governing committees.

- Deep knowledge of construction methods, contracts, building codes, and industry safety standards.

- Advanced project management skills; PMP or similar certification strongly preferred.

- Proficient in project management and construction software tools (e.g., Procore, MS Project, Bluebeam).

Additional Competencies

- Strategic thinking and the ability to align construction delivery with broader organizational objectives.

- Strong financial acumen, with the ability to manage large-scale budgets, forecasts, and capital planning.

- Experience working in a regulated utility, energy, or industrial setting is preferred but not required.

- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, matrixed environment with multiple priorities and stakeholders.

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:

08/08/2025

Posting End Date:

08/22/2025

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.