Business Development Manager / Director (Houston, TX)

The Business Development position is responsible for the commercial development and execution of pipeline and gas storage growth projects for Natural Gas Pipeline Company of America (NGPL), part of Kinder Morgan's Gas Pipeline Group. This position provides the opportunity to interact with senior management, lead negotiations with external customers, and strategically influence revenue decisions the company makes. Job Responsibilities will include:Develop and implement commercial business development strategy

Originate and manage the development of projects that will enhance the profitability of NGPL, which may include major capital expansions, acquisitions and new project development.Identify prospects, co-ordinate or lead negotiations, and prepare draft agreements with potential customers and/or counterparties for approved projects.Coordinate multi-discipline, cross-functional teams to produce scopes of work, identify projects' risks, and produce cost estimates. Departmental interactions will include Facilities Design, Engineering, Environmental, Land, Legal, Accounting, Marketing and Regulatory.Evaluate economics for projects, prepare management presentations, and present investment opportunities for approvals.Develop and maintain relationships with new and/or existing customers and other key industry representatives.Perform market and competitor analysis.

*Position may be filled at the various levels, depending on the experience and skillset of the successful candidate.
Education:Bachelor's Degree (required); studies in Engineering, Business Administration, Marketing, Accounting, or Finance, or related field of study Experience, Skills & Knowledge:Five (5) years' experience in the energy industry, with specific experience in developing new business investment opportunities

Must be able to analyze all aspects of a natural gas business arrangement (technical, financial, contractual, legal, operational and marketing)Must have well developed oral and written communication, interpersonal, negotiation, and presentation skills

Must have the ability to influence without authority by working with a wide variety of people, internally and externally, with tact, courtesy and professionalism while driving for positive results

Organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks are essential

Must be a problem solver with the ability to find resolutions

Must be self-motivated and capable of working with minimal supervision and/or direction

Must be flexible and able to work effectively in a team environment and consistently maintain a professional and respectful demeanor/attitude with co-workers, clients, vendors, and regulatory agencies

Willingness to travel, as needed

Significant experience and business contacts within the natural gas industry

Ultimate job level will be determined based on the successful candidates' skills, qualifications and experience

Kinder Morgan Offers:Competitive wages; job level and salary commensurate with experience and skill sets401(k) Savings PlansRetirement PlanComprehensive Medical/Rx and Dental PlansPaid Time OffPaid HolidaysBonus ProgramPaid Bus Pass or Parking