Associate Substation Project Manager — Onsite Travel

Michels Corp.; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

HSA/FSA Options

401(k)

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Job summary

Michels Power, Inc. is seeking an Associate Construction Project Manager – Substation to support a range of electrical infrastructure projects nationwide.

Under supervision, you will plan, organize, and implement project management principles while coordinating with field crews, engineers, and utilities. You will develop and track project performance metrics, budgets, and schedules, ensuring safety and compliance on active sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or Project Management.
• 0–3 years of related experience (substation, electrical, or utility construction preferred).
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
• Ability to travel and commit to long-term onsite project assignments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; experience with job 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.

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

Construction Management

Engineering

Project Management

0–3 years experience

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Project Management

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Michels Power, Inc. is seeking an Associate Construction Project Manager – Substation to support a range of electrical infrastructure projects nationwide.

Under supervision, you will plan, organize, and implement project management principles while coordinating with field crews, engineers, and utilities. You will develop and track project performance metrics, budgets, and schedules, ensuring safety and compliance on active sites.