Quantitative Analyst / Sr. (Houston, TX)

This position, Senior, Strategy and Commercial (QUANTITATIVE ANALYST- SR) will perform the primary function of Quantitative Analysis, but will also support Market Analysis, assist with Economic Analysis and Revenue Forecasting for all the assets in the Kinder Morgan East Region Pipelines. Quantitative Analysis involves designing, testing, and implementing complex quantitative models for applications in energy market forecasting and valuation. Market Analysis involves the analysis of natural gas supply and demand for the East Region including gas demand for the LNG and Power Generation sectors, providing a critical resource to Marketing, Business Development, System Design, Rates & Regulatory Affairs, Pipeline Management, Account Services and Accounting. The Economic Analysis involves assistance with the evaluation of proposed projects including purchases/divestures of existing assets, quantifying all components of the EBIT, annual cash flows, internal rate of return, and net present value of each project.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities – Other duties may be assigned.

• Forecasts natural gas supply in aggregate and as a whole for the Eastern Region including analysis of producer full cycle production costs, reservoir characterization, drilling activity and Type Curve Analysis
• Examines and assesses trends in North American natural gas industry
• Studies/examines regional supply/demand balance and forecasts of natural gas
• Interfaces with internal Gas Pipeline Competition Model (GPCM) to develop scenarios, modify model parameters, provide input to model development, validate results and run advanced simulations
• Supports Business and Supply Development staff through project analysis and risk valuation
• Reviews competitors and completes SWOT analyses

• Prepares presentation materials for weekly reports, Quarterly Business Reviews, Board of Directors and Commercial and Business Development presentations
• Develops, implements, and manages several or more complex analysis and pricing algorithms
• Conceptualizes quantitative valuation strategies
• Assists with the development /Studies/Examination of all components of the EBIT, annual cash flows, internal rate of return, and net present value for projects.
• Supports commercial staff through project analysis and risk valuation
• Working closely with Business Development, Marketing, System Design, Rates and Engineering assisting with scoping out, calculating and summarizing facilities, investments, revenues, and costs of projects
• Manages multiple assignments inclusive of those above, completing them in a timely manner to meet deadlines in a demanding environment


*Job level will commensurate with experience and knowledge.

Experience and Skill Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in economics, finance, mathematics, statistics, operations research, physics or engineering or closed related analytical discipline OR Master’s degree or pursuit of advanced business degree with experience in discounted cash flow analysis, or budget analysis.
• Strong computer skills including ability to use Microsoft Office software products, economic and statistical analysis tools and aptitude to learn other programs quickly. MS Excel experience is a must.
• Solid problem solving, analytical and mathematical skills to include quantitative analysis.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communications skills.
• Ability to work independently and to make recommendations on complex technical tools, algorithms, models, programs and market valuation processes.
• Ability to lead modifications to models, tools and valuation processes.
• Resourceful with an ability to gather, synthesize and disseminate information.
• Job level commensurate with experience and skill set



Preferred Education, Experience, and Skill Requirements


• Knowledge of and work experience with natural gas and natural gas pipeline markets.
• Any related engineering experience, facility planning, and project management.

• Knowledge of and work experience with Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) for accessing data and information.
• Experience with data visualization tools and programming languages for advanced data analysis such as Python, R, Power BI, or similar
• Experience querying data, creating tables and views, and building reports using SQL and/or MS Access.
• Strong foundation in statistics and mathematics.

Working conditions


• Office environment (Houston, TX). This position participates in the hybrid work schedule.
• Overtime occasionally required and expected, often on short notice or without notice.
• Tasks often on fixed and tight deadlines for multiple, often simultaneous, projects.
• Interactions with all levels inside the Company and with external agencies.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.