Associate Construction Project Manager - Substations - Michels Power, Inc.
About The Position
Michels Power, Inc. is seeking an Associate Construction Project Manager – Substation to provide project support by planning, organizing, and implementing project management principles. This role requires an understanding of business operations, change management, and effective stakeholder engagement. Success hinges on strong communication skills, the ability to work both independently and collaboratively, meet deadlines, and anticipate internal customer needs. The company is a leading power delivery contractor focused on substation construction, upgrades, and modernization, playing a vital role in strengthening the nation's power grid.
Requirements
- 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
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated initiative, adaptability, and willingness to learn and grow
Nice To Haves
- Experience with job cost tracking or estimating software
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, submittments, 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
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance
- HSA / FSA Options
- Short- and Long-Term Disability
- 401(k)
- Legal & Identity Protection Plans
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
