Associate Project Manager - Michels Power, Inc.

Michels Corporation•St. Albans, WV

21h•Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Construction Project Manager – Transmission Line supports transmission-line construction projects under direct supervision by planning, organizing, and applying project management principles. The role requires understanding how the business operates, adapting to changing circumstances, and knowing when and whom to contact for support. Success depends on strong written and verbal communication, independent and collaborative work, meeting deadlines, and anticipating internal customer needs. The position combines office work with active construction-site assignments and provides onsite administrative and project support during long-term assignments. Travel is required, including extended onsite work in West Virginia and Pennsylvania. The role supports project planning and execution, coordination among field and office stakeholders, cost and schedule tracking, procurement, documentation, compliance, estimating, change management, and project closeout.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
0–3 years of related experience.
Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
Ability to travel and commit to long-term onsite transmission project assignments.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated initiative, adaptability, and willingness to learn and grow.

Nice To Haves

Experience in transmission line, utility, or heavy civil construction.
Experience with job cost tracking or estimating software.

Responsibilities

Promote and maintain a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with 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, foremen, subcontractors, engineers, and utility representatives.
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 and 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 throughout long-term assignments.
Assist with change management, productivity tracking, and project closeout activities.
Perform other duties as assigned.