Associate Construction Project Manager – Power Foundations

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

Strengthening the Foundation 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 phone, turns on the A/C, or powers critical infrastructure, Michels Power, Inc. is working behind the scenes to make it happen.

As a leader in power delivery and infrastructure construction, Michels Power, Inc. executes projects across the full electrical lifecycle—including transmission, substations, distribution systems, renewable energy, oil & gas, and power foundations that support critical structures nationwide.

Our work improves lives. Find out how a career at Michels Power, Inc. can change yours.

Position Objective

The Associate Construction Project Manager – Power Foundations, under direct supervision, provides project support by planning, organizing, and implementing project management principles. This role develops an understanding of business operations, project execution, and stakeholder coordination while supporting field-based construction projects.

Success in this role requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team while meeting deadlines and supporting internal and external 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 personnel, subcontractors, vendors, engineers, and customers
• 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 for active construction projects
• Assist with change management, productivity tracking, and project closeout
• 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 (construction or infrastructure preferred)
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record
• Ability to travel and commit to long-term onsite assignments, including field support
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (experience with 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
• 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
• Fieldwork may expose employees to outdoor weather, heavy equipment, and moderate to loud noise levels

Why Michels Power, Inc.?

• Ranked No. 1 Electrical Transmission/Distribution Contractor by Engineering News‑Record
• National leader in substation, transmission, and power infrastructure construction
• Family-owned company with strong, stable growth
• Invests an average of $5,000 per employee annually in training and development
• Work on high-impact, essential infrastructure projects
• Strong safety culture—everyone is responsible
• Part of one of North America’s largest, most diversified infrastructure contractors

Comprehensive Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance
• HSA / FSA Options
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Legal Assistance & Identity Protection

Why You?

• You want hands-on experience in construction project management
• You thrive in field-based, dynamic environments
• You’re motivated to learn and grow within infrastructure construction
• You value teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement
• You want to contribute to projects that power communities and industries