Associate Construction Project Manager - Data Center Substation - Michels Power, Inc.

Michels Corporation; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Training investment

Job summary

A leading power delivery contractor is seeking an Associate Project Manager for substation projects. Located in Oklahoma, this full-time role requires strong organizational skills, the ability to travel for long-term assignments, and excellent communication skills. Key responsibilities include supporting project execution, managing scope and budgets, and working collaboratively with project teams to achieve successful outcomes. Join a company committed to quality and safety in building critical infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to travel for long-term onsite project assignments.
• Willingness to learn and take initiative.

Responsibilities

• Support project execution by planning and organizing.
• Monitor scope, schedule, and budgets.
• Work closely with project teams to ensure successful outcomes.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Job cost tracking

Estimating software

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Job description

Overview

Tulsa, OK

Associate Project Manager – Substations
Location: Various | Full-time | Travel Required

Strengthening our nation’s power grid isn’t easy, but reliable electrical service is essential to everyday life. Every time someone charges an iPhone, cranks up the A/C, or turns on a computer, we are busy behind the scenes making it happen.

Michels Power, Inc. is one of the largest, most sought-after power delivery contractors in the United States. We execute the entire spectrum of electrical infrastructure projects—including the construction of transmission lines and substations, the modernization of distribution systems, and the development of both Oil & Gas facilities and Renewable Energy initiatives. We also restore power after natural disasters strike.

Our substation group plays a critical role in building and maintaining the backbone of the grid throughout the United States. From greenfield builds to brownfield upgrades, our substation teams deliver high-quality solutions that support grid reliability and future-ready infrastructure.

Find out how a career at Michels Power, Inc. can change yours.

Responsibilities

As an Associate Project Manager (APM) – Substations, your key responsibilities will be to support project execution by planning, organizing, and implementing core project management principles. You’ll work closely with project teams and Project Manager to ensure scope, schedule, and budgets are monitored and achieved, while gaining firsthand experience in substation-specific work scopes.

This role requires a proactive, detail-oriented mindset, strong communication skills, and the ability to adapt in a fast-paced field environment. Success in this position means being a dependable team player who anticipates needs, solves problems, and actively contributes to safe, successful project outcomes.

• Engineering News-Record ranks us the No. 1 Electrical Transmission/Distribution contractor in the U.S.
• We are a recognized leader in substations construction and rebuilds, with a deep bench of experienced professionals.
• Our steady, strategic growth revolves around a commitment to quality.
• We are family owned and operated.
• We invest an average of $5,000 per employee in training each year.
• We perform challenging, meaningful work that improves the world.
• We believe everyone is responsible for promoting safety—regardless of title.
• We’re part of the Michels family of companies—one of North America’s largest and most diversified energy and infrastructure contractors.
• We offer a comprehensive benefits program including Health, Dental, Life, HSA/FSA, Disability, 401(k), Legal and Identity Protection Plans.

Qualifications

• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with job cost tracking and estimating software is a plus.
• A valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to travel and commit to long-term onsite project assignments, including in-field support for substation projects.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with project teams, field personnel, and customers.
• A willingness to learn, take initiative, and grow within the company by embracing evolving responsibilities and technical challenges.

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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Equal Opportunity

Michels is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected status. This includes information gathered through voluntary self-identification for government reporting purposes. Completion of that form is voluntary; any information provided is confidential and will not affect hiring decisions. References to VEERAA/OFCCP and other regulatory statements are retained only as necessary for compliance purposes.