Associate Construction Project Manager – Transmission Line - Michels Power, Inc.

Michels Corporation; South Windsor (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

HSA / FSA Options

Short- and Long-Term Disability

401(k) Retirement Plan

Legal Assistance & Identity Protection

Job summary

Michels Power, Inc. is seeking an Associate Construction Project Manager – Transmission Line in Connecticut to support planning and execution of long-term onsite transmission projects.

This role requires collaboration with field crews, engineers, and utility representatives, tracking budgets and schedules while upholding a strong safety culture and comprehensive project documentation. Ideal candidates have 0–3 years of relevant experience, a related degree, and excellent communication and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• 0–3 years of related experience (transmission line or utility construction preferred).
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel for long-term onsite assignments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; experience with job cost tracking or estimating software is a plus.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Promote and maintain a strong safety culture, ensuring compliance with safety and environmental policies.
• 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/state agency correspondence and reporting.
• 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.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal коммуника

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

South Windsor, CT

Location: New Hampshire / Connecticut (Project-Based)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Travel: Required (Long-Term Onsite Assignments)

Building the High‑Voltage Lines That Power New England

Strengthening our nation’s power grid isn’t easy—but reliable electricity is essential to everyday life. Every time someone powers a home, runs a business, or connects to the grid, Michels Power, Inc. is behind the scenes delivering the transmission infrastructure that makes it possible.

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 overhead transmission line construction, substations, distribution systems, renewable energy, and industrial power solutions, as well as emergency power restoration.

Our transmission work supports critical infrastructure, communities, and economic growth throughout New England and surrounding regions.

Position Objective

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

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
• 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/state agency correspondence and reporting
• 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

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 (transmission line, utility, or heavy civil construction preferred)
• 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 (experience with job cost tracking or estimating software is a plus)
• 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

Core Developmental Competencies

• Customer Focus
• Action Oriented
• Personal Accountability
• Drives Results
• Interpersonal Savvy
• Values Differences
• Communicates Effectively
• 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
• Ranked No. 1 Electrical Transmission & Distribution Contractor by Engineering News-Record
• National leader in overhead transmission and substation construction
• Family-owned company with strong, stable growth
• Invests approximately $5,000 per employee annually in training and career development
• Performs high-impact, essential work supporting communities and economic growth
• Strong company-wide safety culture—everyone is responsible
• Part of one of North America’s largest and most diversified infrastructure contractors
• Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance
• HSA / FSA Options
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Legal Assistance & Identity Protection Plans

Why You?

• You want hands-on experience in transmission line and utility construction project management
• You thrive in field-based, fast-paced environments
• You’re motivated to learn and grow within the power delivery industry
• You value teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement
• You want to help build infrastructure that powers communities and industry

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

As set forth in Michels Corporation’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.