#houston

why this time I hear target is on STCB, they dont charge so much , cut at expensive locations will help the economy

Sorry to hear that the Houston accounting has been gutted. It is starting to feel their goal is to eliminate all US positions possible, and have everything in Canada. Who is next?

Is Baker looking to merge locations in Houston with Chart.

Any office middle management from Gulf of America teams laid off? There’s significant amount of middle management in need of being discarded to face the real world.

Expand Energy, formerly Chesapeake Energy, announced its headquarters will move from Oklahoma City to Houston by mid-2026. This relocation primarily affects executive positions, with other employees remaining in Oklahoma City. The company's interim CEO stated the move will leverage Houston's global natural gas market access. This follows a trend of energy companies relocating their main offices out of Oklahoma. Expand Energy is the second major energy firm to announce a move to Texas this month.

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

https://www.kosu.org/energy-environment/2026-02-10/expand-energy-formerly-chesapeake-to-move-its-headquarters-out-of-okc

Are there more Americans in Bangalore or Indians in Houston? How many at each location?

Is it true that a new hire will have to relocate to the city the training location is in, instead of virtual training? I saw a job posted in Workday stating trainees would have to be in Houston for the duration of training. Are they putting people up in hotels for that? Or a stipend?

MW Components is closing its Houston plant, resulting in 53 job losses. This action follows the company's recent acquisition. The manufacturer has notified the Texas Workforce Commission of the layoffs. The closure impacts a significant portion of the plant's workforce. This development marks a swift change for the newly acquired entity.

Houston, Texas

https://www.bizjournals.com/houston/news/2026/06/11/mw-components-plant-closure-layoffs.html

Houston's City Council has approved Mayor John Whitmire's Fiscal Year 2027 budget. The $7.5 billion plan passed with a 15-1 vote, ensuring no tax increases or deferred infrastructure work. This budget aims to strengthen the city's financial future and protect public safety. Key changes include designating the Solid Waste Municipal Department as a Municipal Utility and implementing new user fees. The approved budget also prioritizes public safety and drainage improvements.

Houston, TX

https://www.houstontx.gov/moc/2026/pass-fy2027-budget.html

Energy technology firm Baker Hughes is shutting down a Houston location. This closure will result in 174 employees losing their jobs. The layoffs are scheduled to commence this month and extend into 2027. Affected roles span manufacturing, engineering, materials, purchasing, and support functions. The company has not provided a specific reason for the facility's closure.

Houston, Texas

https://www.click2houston.com/news/local/2026/07/09/baker-hughes-to-close-houston-facility-lay-off-174-employees/

Houston ISD's state-appointed board of managers has authorized a reduction in the district's workforce. This action allows administrators to eliminate or reassign hundreds of employees. The district is facing declining enrollment, which impacts state funding. This move comes as HISD continues to recruit new teachers. The board's decision has drawn criticism from elected officials and community members.

Houston, Texas

https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/education/2026/04/10/548725/hisd-board-reduction-in-force-houston-teachers-hiring-event/

https://www.houstonchronicle.com/business/article/houston-layoffs-jobs-2026-22369185.php

Despite over 2,600 layoffs in Houston during the first half of 2026, the regional economy is showing resilience. High oil prices are significantly boosting the energy sector, a key driver of local employment. Economists note that Houston's economic acceleration is notable against a cooling national trend. The World Cup also contributed to job gains in sectors like leisure and hospitality. Overall, the job market is performing better than initially anticipated.

Houston, Texas

https://www.houstonchronicle.com/business/article/houston-layoffs-jobs-2026-22369185.php

There are rumors circulating about potential layoffs within PSS.

I just joined the company. The recruiters talked up the benefits including insurance. Now I can’t seem to find a dentist who takes our Delta Dental insurance. Is there a shortage of dentists in Houston or is Delta Dental just garbage insurance?

Given the recent tower purchase, I'm wondering how the Galleria home prices compare to Jenks USA?

Hearing that our ELT had just returned from time away in Aspen together.

While we never see them here in Houston and never take meetings off the executive-only floors, they apparently need fresh mountain air to recover from the rigors of their hectic schedules entertaining on the private island, flying $60MM private jets to New York to speak to investors, and host happy hours with VIPs on the 14th floor.

Baker Hughes is closing a Houston facility and laying off 174 employees. The company filed a WARN notice with the Texas Workforce Commission. The exact reason for the closure was not disclosed. A company spokesperson stated that decisions are made to best serve customers and achieve growth objectives. These decisions are difficult and made with sensitivity to employees and communities.

Houston, Texas

https://www.khou.com/article/money/business/houston-business-journal/baker-hughes-closing-facility-layoffs/285-1f28062d-0fc5-49da-998c-c1fe1d9eb1cc

It seems that there are a lot of people from the UK visiting Westlake this week, but not much chatter about it. Is this related to the impending plans for layoffs?

What is the outcome of the J's Camping in Dallas, Houston last week? What are all the deals that got broken?

Here in Houston HR likes the staff to be young from top schools. Now they will face challenges as XOM looking for gas. XOM knows something is about to occur and gas assets are more fungible than oil in today’s market.

Toshiba International Corporation is laying off 67 workers. These layoffs will occur at its Houston, Texas facility. The changes are effective this September. The company cited a plant closure as the reason. The specific plant closing was not identified.

Houston, Texas

https://www.houstonchronicle.com/news/houston-texas/trending/article/toshiba-houston-lay-offs-22287409.php

Here it is…The first week of June and a quick look at the career section of Crowns website shows eight openings…split between half in Houston and the other half in Canonsburg. Nothing in the field…nothing remote. Any chance at a lateral move out of the Midwest area?

Executives feel expats are making too much compared to those who “stay in Houston like them and do the heavy lifting and strategy work” so rather than raising Houston compensation they plan to continue lowering expat compensation. Plan accordingly.

I love how my project team is in Houston India Manila and BA. How the F are we supposed to accomplish anything.

Well well well looks like Devon bit off more than they could chew. 1 year salaries being offered to select groups in Houston to stay on in the Houston office because OKC can’t absorb it.

Coming in hard with that little d.

Who doesn’t capitalize their own name.

Hope y’all are ready to come join us in H Town.

I heard from reputable source, that although marketing VP GH is stationed in OKC… marketing jobs are expected to relocate to Houston office for better commercial exposure. Sorry for the facts, just want to keep people in the know so there’s no surprises. Hoping the best for all involved. This isn’t fun for anyone.
Xoxo,
Gossip Girl

As many have heard the finance transformation will affect many of the jobs for the Houston finance team. That being said, are any of you all willing to share past severance agreements/packages that Enbridge has offered during past restructuring or layoffs? How many weeks per service year or minimum weeks? Will the bonus be prorated?

An unnamed USPS contractor in Houston faces potential job cuts. Approximately 50 local positions could be eliminated. These potential layoffs are expected in the Houston area. The decision follows recent rule changes by USPS. These changes affect contracted trucking providers.

Houston, Texas

https://www.bizjournals.com/houston/news/2026/04/30/southern-mail-service-potential-layoffs-usps.html

Mass furloughs are going to happen in Houston! Talk to your managers, train runner managers! The writing is on the walls. It’s going to be before the new machinist apprentices start. They’re hiring them as we speak! Both managers and tradesmen will be furloughed!

Anyone have any intel on when Houston Financial Crimes Investigations will be done? There are only a few of us here, and all of our managers are in a different location.

Does anyone know how much Houston P66 traders get paid for total comp of base and trader bonus?

Houston executives are seriously upset than anyone in Midland is a CL29 other than their hipos who are passing through. Get ready to be forced out of the company if you are a CL29!

One of the classic excuses for a low assessment at ExxonMobil is not being mobile. They talk a good game about caring but then if you aren’t willing to move and change jobs every couple of years they will say your potential is limited and drop your ranking. Of course it is okay for people to spend their entire career in Houston but forget it if you are a Pioneer employee wanting to stay in Midland.

Jobs moving to India or Houston. No community investment any where close to the level of Pioneer. Firing locals for not being mobile and wanting to leave Midland. Looters.

The traffic. The overpriced homes. The humidity. I hate this place.

From 1963 to 2015 the Houston Petroleum club was located at the ExxonMobil Building. Now it is in the Total building. Sad.

HOUSING
Property taxes in Houston remain a double-edged sword: while they fund essential local services in the absence of a state income tax, they are among the highest in the nation.

Surging property values are leading to higher overall tax bills.

Due to rising home prices and interest rates. Monthly mortgage payments have climbing 44% since 2021 not including increases in taxes and insurance. Few have received raises of a similar magnitude.

Beyond the purchase price, rising insurance premiums and climate-related costs (like flooding and extreme heat) are making homeownership increasingly expensive.

TRAFFIC
Houston traffic is increasingly viewed as unlivable, with commuters losing nearly four days annually to delays, a number that rose in 2026. It ranks among the worst in Texas, characterized by severe bottlenecks on I-45 and Loop 610, aggressive driving, and rapid sprawl, making it one of the least livable major US metros.