Job Description

Job Description
CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years. Our vision to lead the nation in delivering energy, service and value drives our strategy and performance. We have an unwavering commitment to safely and reliably deliver electricity and natural gas to millions of people.

Diversity and Inclusion

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.

Learn more in the About Us section of our careers web site.

As the Associate Consultant Marketing, you will meet with builders, developers, and customers to coordinate actions required to provide gas service, initiates and develops opportunities for gas sales, and represents the Company on gas service, billing and other customer account issues.

Specifically, you'll have the opportunity to:

* Develops a network of relationships with commercial and residential developers, builders, architect, engineers, trade allies and city officials to build customer loyalty and influence customer energy choice
* Engages in activities and speaking engagements at trade and business associations and civic groups
* Prepares financial analysis to evaluate the feasibility and cost for adding customers
* Monitors construction process and serves as liaison between customer and Operations to ensure timely completion of work
* Coordinates and prepares customer proposals such as Pre-Development Contracts and correspondence and invoices for Contribution in Aid of Construction
* Initiates and develops opportunities for gas sales and establishes leads for successful market-driven activities to educate and promote the use of appropriate gas end-use technologies to targeted customers
* Develops relationship with community and civic leaders so that CNP Gas is regarded as a partner
* Verifies equipment type, size, and location
* Marks the location of proposed facilities for construction forces where appropriate
* Prepares client presentations and departmental reports
* Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications
Basic Qualifications:

* Requires a high school diploma or the equivalent
* Requires two (2) years of applicable experience in construction management, engineering, or technology may be considered

Preferred Experience, Education and Skills:

* Bachelor's degree from an accredited college preferred. Area of concentration in construction science, construction management, engineering, or technology preferred
* Previous Business Development, Marketing or Sales experience
* Proven ability to build strong customer relationships

Physical Requirements

* Able to hear oral communication either in person or on equipment such as telephone or mobile phone.
* Able to operate a personal computer, either desktop or laptop, for extended periods
* Able to reach, grasp and move items
* Able to sit, stand or walk for extended periods of time
* Able to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a minimal amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects

Working Conditions

* Able to support the Emergency Operating Plan
* Able to work indoors, in an office environment, regardless of whether open office, cubicle or private office
* Able to travel occasionally, possibly overnight

Job Location: San Marcos, TX