Associate Substation Project Manager – Onsite

Michels Corp.; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

HSA / FSA Options

401(k)

Training & Development

Job summary

Michels Power, Inc. seeks an Associate Construction Project Manager – Substation to plan, organize, and implement project management principles for substation builds under supervision.

You will coordinate with field crews, manage safety, schedules, and budgets, and maintain documentation while working on long-term onsite assignments nationwide. Strong communication skills and willingness to travel are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• 0–3 years of related experience, substation/utility preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with clean record and willingness to travel long-term onsite.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; job cost tracking software a plus.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Promote and maintain a strong safety culture, ensuring compliance with safety policies.
• Assist Project Manager in planning, organizing, and implementing project tasks.
• Support development and tracking of project performance metrics, budgets, and cost controls.
• Coordinate with field crews, subcontractors, engineers, and utility stakeholders.
• Maintain project documentation including cost reporting, scheduling, and budgeting records.
• Assist with change management, productivity tracking, and project closeout activities.

Skills

Communication

Field work

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Michels Power, Inc. seeks an Associate Construction Project Manager – Substation to plan, organize, and implement project management principles for substation builds under supervision.

You will coordinate with field crews, manage safety, schedules, and budgets, and maintain documentation while working on long-term onsite assignments nationwide. Strong communication skills and willingness to travel are essential.