Specialist, Planning & Scheduling

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Date: Apr 28, 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 Underground Residential Distribution (URD) Scheduler is responsible for providing support to Electric Operations to ensure URD work is submitted, prioritized, scheduled, and executed on time on a daily/weekly/ and monthly basis. Support the ongoing interaction with Distribution Operations, Service Consultants, Construction Coordinators and Contractors to ensure sites are ready for construction, and crews are scheduled to meet business needs. The URD Scheduler is responsible for analyzing assigned metrics for their work type and collaborate with the Scheduler to ensure CenterPoint Energy Houston Electric is assigning coordinating work orders and completing the necessary work on time. Provide support to the Operations Managers, Operations Supervisors, Construction Coordinators, internal and external construction crews, and Schedulers when needed.

Essential Functions

  • Serve as program point of contact regarding efforts such as coordination, strategic planning, scope management, and analytics.
  • Assist in developing and executing the communications plan for CenterPoint Energy Houston Electric in collaboration with the Senior Scheduler, Capital Support, and Outage and Impediments Specialists.
  • Ability to work with design engineers, operations, and other stakeholders to coordinate all aspects of schedules and cost estimates, when needed.  
  • Develop and maintain status reports for work order completion timelines, cost estimates /budgets/ actuals , and material delivery.
  • Schedule and facilitate team meetings with engineering, construction contractors, and other stakeholders, when needed. 
  • Provide updates on project schedules for management review. 
  • Collaborate with Materials Management to provide forecasted material needs based off currently assigned and planned work.
  • Manage conflict that arises within the project team.
  • Remain calm and flexible under pressure to align with the overall Company priorities.

Education Description

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Business, Business Management, Project Management, Construction Management, Operations Management, or Construction Science.

Experience

A minimum of 3 years applicable work experience related to CenterPoint Energy Electric Operations Construction and/or Electric Distribution Operations support. 

In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 5 years of applicable work experience related to CenterPoint Energy Electric Operations Construction and/or Distribution Operations support will be considered.

Physical Requirements

    Working Conditions

       

      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: 04/28/2026​
      Posting End Date: 05/05/2026


      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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      Nearest Major Market: Houston