Senior Specialist, Energy Efficiency

CenterPoint Energy • Houston, TX

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About The Position

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 have an unwavering commitment to safely and reliably deliver electricity and natural gas to millions of people. 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.

Requirements

• Bachelor's in business, marketing, engineering, or related field in project management or energy management.
• Requires a minimum of four years experience in energy utilization, energy efficiency, energy management, project management, marketing, economics, business, or engineering design.

Responsibilities

• Formulates, plans and implements energy efficiency programs per mandated PUCT rules by attracting, expanding and retaining industry stakeholders for program participation.
• Works with community, industry and local government leaders to promote programs that attract new participants and expand existing program opportunities within the service territory.
• Responds to program development inquiries by program sponsors and municipal/institutional participants with technical data presentations on the companies’ program resources.
• Designs, develops and implements specific targeted energy efficiency and load management programs.
• Manages program budgets and identifies and maintains resources necessary to achieve efficiency measures.
• Manages all activities around program marketing and oversees all customer activities.
• Administers database of all contracts necessary to implement energy efficiency program payments.
• Develops and maintains a close working relationship with key industry partnerships such as Retail Electric Providers (REPs), equipment suppliers and other TDUs.
• Performs necessary short and long term strategic planning and scheduling to ensure achievement of market specific energy efficiency goals.
• Negotiates and maintains contracts which support implementation of programs.
• Manages selected program third party contractors/consultants.
• Reviews all contractor work and provides approvals.
• Establishes and maintains program measurement and verification procedures and ensures contractors and program participants are in compliance with them.
• Provides regulatory support regarding energy efficiency program design and implementation activities.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Paid training
• Benefits eligibility begins on your first day
• Transit subsidies
• Flexible work schedule
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Access to discounts at fitness clubs
• On-site wellness center at our headquarters in Houston
• Professional growth and development programs
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior