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Interface Manager Jobs in Houston, TX (NOW HIRING)

Interface management and communications: Manage internal handoffs (e.g., Engineering, OE, EPC, land) and external interfaces (e.g., permitting agencies, landowners, regulators). * Integrated planning ...

Lead SURF Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$97K - $128K/yr

Interface Management & Multi-Discipline Coordination: * Coordinate SURF interfaces with structural, marine, pipeline, construction and regulatory teams. * Support integration of subsea work scopes ...

Act as an interface between the project team and contractor to support effective execution. * Help ensure smooth transitions between project stages. * Support the project management team in applying ...

Offshore Methods Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$97K - $128K/yr

Manage and gather data to feed and followup interfaces (if applicable for the scope) Subcontract-Procurement: * Review of the Subcontractor/Supplier testing procedures and reports (FAT, SIT/OT). When ...

Mandatory Skills: • Prior experience in Interface Testing on MS Dynamics AX implementation or any ... Test Manager responsible for all the Interface testing activities for the MS Dynamics AX ...

Coordinates interface management across engineering disciplines, vendors, construction teams, commissioning teams, and client stakeholders. * Prepares for engagement reviews, project reviews, and ...

Lead SURF Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$97K - $128K/yr

Interface Management & Multi-Discipline Coordination * Coordinate SURF interfaces with structural, marine, pipeline, construction, and regulatory teams. * Support integration of subsea work scopes ...

Experience in mentoring, project planning, change management, progress management, interface management and final level of technical assurance. * Proven communication (oral, written and listening ...

Responsibilities • Support the Senior Project Manager in planning, organizing, and controlling assigned aspects of a project, including monitoring project schedules and budgets, interface ...

Manage technical, schedule, cost, and interface risks associated with changing suit design data, uncertain environments, and late-breaking certification or integration requirements. * Ensure project ...

Manage technical, schedule, cost, and interface risks associated with changing suit design data, uncertain environments, and late-breaking certification or integration requirements. * Ensure project ...

.Net Web UI Developer / Lead

Houston, TX

$55.75 - $71.25/hr

In addition, AG offers enterprise resource planning and enterprise application integration, supply-chain management, e-commerce solutions, and B2B public exchanges and B2B process integration ...

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How much do interface manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for interface manager in Houston, TX is $62,982.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $44,400.00 and $72,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Interface Manager vs Network Engineer?

AspectInterface ManagerNetwork Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in IT, Computer Science, or related field; certifications like PMP or ITILBachelor's in Computer Science, Networking, or related; certifications like CCNA, CompTIA Network+
Work EnvironmentProject-based, coordinating between teams and clientsTechnical, focused on designing, implementing, and maintaining networks
Employer & Industry UsageIT consulting firms, large corporations, tech companiesTelecommunications, IT service providers, large enterprises

While both roles involve technology and communication, Interface Managers focus on coordinating project interfaces and stakeholder communication, whereas Network Engineers specialize in designing and maintaining network infrastructure. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus.

What cities near Houston, TX are hiring for Interface Manager jobs? Cities near Houston, TX with the most Interface Manager job openings:
Infographic showing various Interface Manager job openings in Houston, TX as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $62,982 per year, or $30.3 per hour.

TPO Project Manager

CenterPoint Energy

Houston, TX • On-site

Full-time

Retirement, PTO

Posted 12 days ago


CenterPoint Energy rating

8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

Based on 59 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

6th of 53 rated energy and utility


Job description

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
Leads end-to-end delivery of high-voltage and extra-high-voltage (EHV) transmission and substation projects for a long term capital portfolio. Responsible for development of project execution plans and oversight through execution of multiple projects. Establish and build integrated project management team (iPMT) to effectively delivery projects under an EPC model with an Owner's Engineer (OE) by owning scope, schedule, budget, safety, quality, and risk from initiation through commissioning and closeout.
Aligns and directs project team of OE and EPC partners with internal engineering, project controls, supply chain, regulatory/permitting, ROW, construction, and operations. Enforces stage-gate governance and rigorous project controls to achieve predictable, high-quality outcomes. Serves as the single point of accountability for scope, budget, schedule, risk/issue management, compliance with regulatory/customer procedures, and project execution metric tracking across all phases.
Essential Functions
  • Project delivery oversight & governance: Ensure scope/cost/schedule/quality/safety/risk targets are met; ensure stage-gate review readiness and prepare decision-gate packages; issue concise leadership updates at agreed intervals and escalate issues and decisions as needed; provide transparency into the project progress.
  • Interface management and communications: Manage internal handoffs (e.g., Engineering, OE, EPC, land) and external interfaces (e.g., permitting agencies, landowners, regulators).
  • Integrated planning & controls: Own the integrated master schedule and budget baseline; during planning, work closely with Project Controls to support the development and maintenance of cost baselines and project master schedule; during execution, manage project cost and schedule through cost forecast and project-execution KPI dashboards to avoid drift and resolve issues proactively.
  • Cost estimation and forecasting: Develop and maintain robust owner's cost baseline and forecast across the project lifecycle (from planning to energization), ensuring alignment with AACE standards and internal benchmarks for stage gate readiness.
  • Risk & opportunity: Maintain the risk and opportunity registers; during planning; facilitate cross-functional risk reviews to define risks and mitigation plans; work closely with Cost Estimator to quantify risk and opportunity financial impacts; during execution manage contingency drawdown and release past trigger dates; escalate material risks promptly.
  • EPC and OE contracting: Lead the EPC and OE selection, project Resources Plan, approval and mobilizing of Contractors' key personnel and onboarding processes, in partnership with Supply Chain (commercial lead), Engineering (technical lead), and Legal, by developing project specific scope of work, steering term-sheet development (pricing model, milestones, LDs/bonuses, warranties, bonds/insurance, indemnities), and ensuring a documented execution handoff (deliverables, reporting cadence, change process).

Essential Functions Cont'd.
  • Procurement & long-lead strategy: Execute long-lead equipment strategy to support project critical path in partnership with Procurement/Logistics and Engineering/OE; ensure specifications and production slots are confirmed with vendors; support coordination between Materials and Logistics with EPC partners on site receiving/storage and spares.
  • EPC management: Verify EPC progress against contractual milestones and acceptance criteria in collaboration with Construction Manager and Project Controls; review and approve progress payments; enforcecommercial termsand review change orders/claimswithSupply Chain/Legal.
  • Construction coordination: Support adherence to safety/quality/environmental standards and coordination on energization and outage plans with Operations.
  • Turnover & closeout: Ensure complete turnover packages (as-builts, test records, warranties, training, spares, O&M manuals); lead financial and contractual close; and capture project lessons learned.
  • Team leadership & conflict resolution: Facilitate constructive decision-making; identify and resolve team conflicts; reinforce accountability for safety, quality, schedule, and cost.

Education Description
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business, Business Management, Project Management, Construction Management, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, or related technical discipline from an accredited college or university.
  • A minimum of 6 years of applicable work experience related to CenterPoint Energy's engineering and construction work practices can be considered in lieu of a bachelor's degree.

Experience
  • 7-10+ years in engineering/project/construction management within electric transmission and/or substation.
  • Demonstrated EPC delivery experience and leadership of multi-disciplinary teams.
  • Portfolio management experience; executing projects with program EPC partners working in a collaborative , open book or integrated team model.
  • Expertise in integrated schedule/cost/risk controls and formal change management.
  • Direct EHV experience (≥500 kV, preferably 765kV) delivering transmission line and/or substation scope, including commissioning/energization leadership is preferred but not required.
  • Ability to deal effectively with a wide variety of industry, government, and public contacts on project-related matters.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to work independently, think creatively and analytically, and make quick, sound decisions.
  • Ability to thoughtfully and positively influence, lead, and manage change; demonstrated success in project management.
  • Strong proficiency in MS Office products; experience with Microsoft Dynamics Project Operations preferred.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills; ability to clearly present complex information to all levels of employees, management, and external stakeholders.
  • Professional Registration or Project Management Professional (PMP) preferred.

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: 07/27/2026
Posting End Date: 08/03/2026
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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