Associate Substation Project Manager — Field-Based, Nationwide

Michels Corporation; Uniontown (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

HSA/FSA Options

401(k)

Disability Insurance

Legal & Identity Protection

Job summary

Michels Power, Inc. seeks an Associate Construction Project Manager – Substation to support planning, organizing, and implementing project management on nationwide long‑term onsite assignments. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Responsibilities include promoting safety, assisting Project Managers, tracking budgets and schedules, coordinating with field crews and subs, and maintaining documentation. This hands‑on role offers growth within a leading power infrastructure contractor.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management or related field.
• 0–3 years of related experience in substation, electrical, or utility construction.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Ability to travel and commit to long-term onsite assignments.

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, 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 during long‑term assignments
• Assist with change management, productivity tracking, and project closeout activities
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Initiative & adaptability

Team collaboration

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Michels Power, Inc. seeks an Associate Construction Project Manager – Substation to support planning, organizing, and implementing project management on nationwide long‑term onsite assignments. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Responsibilities include promoting safety, assisting Project Managers, tracking budgets and schedules, coordinating with field crews and subs, and maintaining documentation. This hands‑on role offers growth within a leading power infrastructure contractor.