Associate Construction Project Manager - Substations - Michels Power, Inc.

Associate Construction Project Manager – Substation

• Location: Nationwide (Project-Based)
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Travel: Required (Long-Term Onsite Assignments)

Build the Backbone of America’s Power Grid

Strengthening our nation’s power grid isn’t easy—but reliable electrical service is essential to everyday life. Every time someone charges a device, powers a home, or runs a business, Michels Power, Inc. is behind the scenes making it happen.

Michels Power, Inc. is one of the largest and most sought‑after power delivery contractors in the United States. We execute the full spectrum of electrical infrastructure projects, including greenfield substation construction, brownfield upgrades, transmission, and distribution modernization , as well as emergency power restoration.

Our Substation Group plays a critical role in building and maintaining the backbone of the electrical grid—delivering reliable, future-ready infrastructure for utilities and communities nationwide.

Position Objective

The Associate Construction Project Manager – Substation , under direct supervision, serves as project support by planning, organizing, and implementing project management principles. This role must demonstrate an understanding of how the business operates, how changing circumstances are managed, and who to engage for support when needed.

Success in this role requires strong written and verbal communication skills, the ability to work independently and as part of a team, meet deadlines, and anticipate and support internal customer needs.

Key Responsibilities

Promote and maintain a strong safety culture , ensuring compliance with all safety and environmental policies, procedures, and regulations

Assist Project Manager(s) in managing projects under direct supervision

Support development and tracking of project performance metrics , budgets, and cost controls

Assist with cost tracking, labor tracking, scheduling, and reporting

Coordinate with field crews, subcontractors, engineers, and utility stakeholders

Support material procurement, submittals, and equipment tracking

Assist with subcontractor management and contract compliance

Maintain project documentation including cost reporting, billing, scheduling, and budgeting records

Assist with federal/state agency correspondence and reporting

Maintain project schedules under supervision

Participate in construction-related meetings to support project coordination

Assist in proposal preparation, estimating, and quantity take-offs

Provide onsite administrative and project support during long-term assignments

Assist with change management, productivity tracking, and project closeout activities

Perform other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• •Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management , or related field
• (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

0–3 years of related experience (substation, electrical, or utility construction preferred)

Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record

Ability to travel and commit to long-term onsite project assignments

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (experience with job cost tracking or estimating software is a plus)

Strong organizational and time-management skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Demonstrated initiative, adaptability, and willingness to learn and grow

Core Developmental Competencies

Customer Focus

Action Oriented

Personal Accountability

Drives Results

Interpersonal Savvy

Values Differences

Communicates Effectively

Instills Trust

Demonstrates Self-Awareness

Self-Development

Work Environment & Physical Demands

Combination of office work and active construction site environments

Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds

Work may involve a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions

Travel required, including extended onsite assignments

Field environments may include exposure to weather conditions, heavy equipment, and moderate to loud noise levels

Why Michels Power, Inc.?

Ranked No. 1 Electrical Transmission & Distribution Contractor by Engineering News‑Record

Recognized leader in substation construction and grid infrastructure projects

Family-owned company with long-term stability and growth

Invests approximately $5,000 per employee annually in training and development

Opportunity to work on large-scale, high-impact infrastructure projects

Strong, company-wide safety culture— everyone is responsible

Part of one of North America’s largest and most diversified infrastructure contractors

Comprehensive Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance

HSA / FSA Options

Short- and Long-Term Disability

401(k)

Legal & Identity Protection Plans

Why You?

You want hands-on experience in substation and utility construction project management

You thrive in field-based, fast-paced environments

You’re motivated to learn and grow within the power and infrastructure industry

You value teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement

You want to help build infrastructure that supports communities and the energy grid

Join a company that powers progress. Be a part of Michels Power, Inc.—where you don’t just build projects, you build a career.

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