Project Manager - Michels Underground Cable, Inc

Michels Corporation; Brownsville, Milwaukee, Houston, Itasca (WI, WI, TX, TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Disability Insurance

Job summary

Michels Underground Cable, Inc. is seeking a Project Manager to lead a phase of a larger underground cable project or manage multiple smaller projects from proposal through completion. You will be accountable for delivering on client expectations and ensuring profitable outcomes with a strong focus on safety.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field and 3–5 years of experience, proficiency with Primavera, HCSS, and MS Office, and the ability to travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in project management, construction management, engineering, or related field.
• 3–5 years of related experience or equivalent combination.
• Experience in underground fiber and/or electric (i.e. overhead to underground conversions, duct banks, underground transmission).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must possess a valid driver license and acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• As a Project Manager, manage a phase of a larger project or multiple smaller projects.
• Oversee all aspects of project success from proposal/bidding to profitable completion.
• Emphasize safety performance throughout the project.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Team coordination

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in project management, construction management, engineering, or related field

Tools

Primavera

HCSS

Microsoft Office Suite

Driver license

Job description

Project Manager

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 a Project Manager, your key responsibilities will be to manage a phase of a larger project or manage multiple smaller projects simultaneously. This position is accountable for all aspects of a project success from the initial proposal/bidding process to meet or exceed the clients’ expectations, to the profitable completion of the jobs, with a special emphasis on safety performance.

• 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

• Bachelor’s degree in project management, construction management, engineering, or related field, 3-5 years of related experience or equivalent combination
• Experience in underground fiber and/or electric (i.e. overhead to underground conversions, duct banks, underground transmission)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Must possess a valid driver license for the type(s) of vehicles which may be driven and an acceptable driving record
• Experience with Project Management software (Primavera, HCSS, etc.)
• Ability to travel required.

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.

As set forth in Michels Corporation’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.

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