Manager Surveying & Right-of-Way

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

• Manages Surveying and Right of Way activities for electric and gas distribution in the Houston area footprint.
• Manages full-time employee and contract resources supporting Surveying and Right of Way.
• Manages Survey and Right of Way processes and workflow to meet service level agreements.
• Manages and performs activities for division employees and contractors (e.g., safety, performance reviews, job descriptions, employee development plans, discipline, counseling, employee attrition).
• Manages, monitors, and prepares budget for division.
• Represents the Enterprise before governmental agencies, developers, landowners and in legal proceedings.
• Maintains communications with all internal and external business partners related to Survey and Right of Way activities.
• Reports directly to the Director of Land and Field Services.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Manages survey projects to ensure accurate, reliable data collection within necessary project timelines.
• Ensures survey projects are completed according to state regulations and company standards.
• Directs acquisition of rights-of-way, fee, easement, permit rights, and settlement of related damage claims.
• Negotiates contracts, licenses, right of way easement agreements, and damages.
• Executes or approves bills of sale, assignments, releases of easements, trespass cases, rental or lease agreements, and similar instruments; manages preparation of reports on progress, real estate, acreage, etc.
• Represents the Company and division on task forces, committees, and work teams with inter-company and external entities with a focus on continuous improvement and meeting customer needs.
• Establish due diligence reviews and schedules for Surveying and Right of Way activities for potential acquisitions of routes, areas, sites, and pipelines. 
• Develops and implements plans, policies, procedures, and schedules to accomplish enterprise objectives and goals. 
• Monitors, manages, and evaluates workflow seeking continuous improvement supporting the enterprise.
• Reviews and analyzes labor and material requirements and contract information in relation to workload and project requirements for budget planning and forecasting.
• Manages employees and contractors in the areas of safety, performance, job descriptions, development plans, discipline, counseling, and employee attrition.
• Manages vendors for Surveying and Right of Way activities.
• Manages and monitors disbursement of funds for easement acquisition for land rights purchases by departmental checking account and / or company credit cards.
• Establishes quality assurance guidelines.
• Promotes all aspects of safety, where practical and within the limits of knowledge and training. Warns and protects the public concerning the dangers involved in the enterprise activities.
• Evaluates the foreseeable impact of internal and external factors such as: technology changes, regulations, business opportunities, emerging trends and implements process adjustments to maintain competitive advantage.
• Consults, negotiates, and coordinates with Officers, Directors, Managers, and other company agents to achieve enterprise goals.
• Plans and schedules division operations to support current and future goals (e.g., plans work, assign tasks, develops goals), and follows through to ensure completion. Evaluates alternatives, and makes decisions and judgment about division operational programs, activities, facilities, employees, and equipment that result in increased productivity and effectiveness.
• Budgets for ongoing and future expenses and monitors performances.
• Prepares and delivers oral and written communications relating to division activities such as: reports, presentations, and department meetings.

EDUCATION DESCRIPTION

Requires a bachelor’s degree in, Business, Geometrics, Surveying, Engineering, GIS, or related discipline from an accredited college/university or a combination of education and experience providing equivalent level of knowledge and experience.

EXPERIENCE

Requires at least eight years of experience in Land Surveying, Real Estate, GIS, or Civil Engineering with specialization in Land and Title Rights, and Document Management or equivalent education.

Requires a Professional Land Surveyors License in the State of Texas

Requires at least five years team leadership experience with focus in dispatching, scheduling and project management of team.  Preferred experience in electric utilities and pipeline ROW.

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: 11/21/2025​
Posting End Date: 11/24/2025

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.

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