Manager, Contracts

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Date: Jul 14, 2026

Location: Houston, TX, US, 77002

Company: CenterPoint Energy

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

The Manager, Contracts of Supply Chain is responsible for leading the strategic sourcing, commercial management, and execution oversight of EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) contracts across a portfolio of large-scale capital projects. This role serves as the commercial lead for prime contracts and critical supplier relationships, ensuring the successful delivery of projects aligned with cost, schedule, quality, and risk objectives.

This position combines enterprise category strategy, project-based procurement execution, and EPC commercial leadership to enable long-term value creation, operational reliability, and capital project success. The role partners closely with executive leadership, Engineering, Construction, Legal, and Project Controls to drive integrated project delivery.

Essential Functions

  • Develop and execute enterprise-wide sourcing strategies for capital projects, including EPC, long-lead materials, and critical equipment.
  • Identify and implement contracting strategies that ensure availability of resources at competitive cost, quality, and performance levels.
  • Establish and manage Master Service Agreements (MSAs) and strategic supplier alliances aligned with long-term business needs.
  • Drive continuous improvement and cost optimization initiatives across capital procurement categories.
  • Serve as the commercial lead for EPC prime contracts, including negotiation, execution, and ongoing contract management.
  • Lead development of contracting frameworks, Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), and commercial models (e.g., lump sum, hybrid EPC, open-book).
  • Oversee contract negotiations, change orders, claims management, and dispute resolution.
  • Partner with Legal to structure and finalize complex commercial agreements and mitigate contractual risk.
  • Provide commercial governance and oversight of EPC procurement, subcontracting, and materials management activities.

Education Description

  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience).

Experience

  • Experience within energy, utilities, infrastructure, or large industrial environments.
  • Deep knowledge of EPC models (lump sum, hybrid, progressive EPC, open-book).
  • Experience managing portfolios within a PMO or centralized project organization.
  • Familiarity with long-lead equipment sourcing and contractor-based execution models.
  • Experience with SAP or similar procurement systems.
  • Professional certifications such as CPSM, PMP, or Lean Six Sigma.
  • Advanced analytical, financial modeling, and commercial evaluation skills.
  • 8-10+ years of experience in capital projects, supply chain, or EPC contracting.
  • Minimum 8–10 years of experience leading commercial aspects of large-scale EPC projects.
  • Demonstrated experience managing complex, high-value contracts (>$100M–$500M+ preferred).
  • Strong negotiation, contract management, and supplier governance experience.
  • Proven ability to influence senior leadership and drive cross-functional alignment.

 

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: 07/10/2026​
Posting End Date: 07/31/2026


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.

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