General Manager - Mission Critical/Data Center - Michels Underground Cable, Inc

Michels Corporation; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 160,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Michels Underground Cable, Inc. in Houston, TX, seeks a General Manager to plan and oversee regional operations, ensuring safety and profitability on MV duct banks, substation feeds, underground transmission, and campus distribution projects.

You will coordinate with the President, Regional and Project Managers, manage client relationships, and drive growth across data center and mission-critical initiatives while maintaining strict safety standards and a culture of accountability.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of related experience or equivalent education and experience.
• Experience with MV duct banks, substation feeds, underground transmission, or campus distribution systems for data centers.
• Experience with Primavera, HCSS, and similar PM software.
• Ability to travel 50% to project sites across the US and maintain a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee regional operations to ensure safe, profitable delivery.
• Set strategic goals with the President; coordinate with Regional and Project Managers.
• Manage client relationships and network within the industry.
• Support data center and mission-critical projects focusing on MV duct banks and substations.

Skills

Travel 50%

Project Management Software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

Advanced licensing/certifications

Tools

Primavera

HCSS

Job description

Installing underground cables for power transmission, power distribution, renewable energy and communication networks is a necessary step in hardening the electrical grid, delivering reliable communication networks, and integrating renewable energy into our existing systems.

Michels Underground Cable, Inc. is one of the most trusted underground line and duct bank contractors in the United States. We do it all – from directly burying or installing protective casing for solid and stranded conductors and copper, fiber optic and coaxial cable.

Our work improves lives. Discover how a career at Michels Underground Cable, Inc. can change yours.

Position Summary

As aGeneral Manager, you will be responsible for the planning and oversight of regional operations while fostering an environment for safe and profitable operations. This position is responsible for project success and profitability within the region. General Managers set the strategic goals in coordination with the President and work with Regional and Project Managers to execute on them. It is essential to manage relationships with clients and network within the industry. This role will support data center and mission critical projects while focusing on medium voltage (MV) duct banks, substation feeds, underground transmission, and campus distribution systems.

• Customers trust us to build cables that will be out of sight, but in high demand
• Our steady, strategic growth revolves around a commitment to quality.
• Family‑owned and operated organization with long‑term stability
• We invest an average of $5,000 per employee per year in training and career development.
• We perform high-impact, essential work that supports homes, businesses, and communities.
• A culture where everyone shares responsibility for 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, and Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Legal Assistance and Identity Theft Protection Plans
  (Benefits may vary based on position and location)

Why You?

• You like to surround yourself with dedicated, value-driven people.
• You thrive on new challenges and evolving technologies.
• You think “we’ve always done it this way” is not a good enough reason.
• You want to know your efforts are recognized and appreciated.
• You like making your own decisions—with the right support.
• You want to be part of a team that improves lives through essential infrastructure.

What It Takes

• 10+ years of related experience, OR equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience working on medium voltage (MV) duct banks, substation feeds, underground transmission, or campus distribution systems for data center
• Experiencewith Project Management software (Primavera, HCSS, etc.)
• Ability to travel 50% to project sites across the US
• Must possess a valid driver license for the type(s) of vehicles which may be driven and an acceptable driving record as determined by Michels review team

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field
• Advanced licensing/certifications

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

AA/EOE/M/W/Vet/Disability