Charlene Verner

Charlene Verner is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in administration, project management, and property management. Currently serving as an Office Administrator and Project Manager at CenterPoint Energy, Charlene oversees a substantial annual budget of $147M and manages over 210 infrastructure projects, leading a team of 68 professionals. Previously, Charlene was the Owner and Property Manager of a family-owned short-term rental business, managing operational and financial activities. Experience also includes roles as a Survey Technician at Southern Cross Corporation and Contract Administrator for the NJ Department of Environmental Protection, demonstrating expertise in compliance and project oversight. Early career experience includes procurement coordination for the U.S. Army Network Enterprise Technology Command and co-ownership of Pro Tapping & Pipe Freezing, which became the largest pressure tapping company in North America under Charlene's leadership. Charlene holds an Associate of Science degree in Accounting from Rowan College at Burlington County.