Project Manager - Substations - Michels Power, Inc.

Michels Corporation; Marion (IA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Dental benefits

401(k)

Training investment per employee

Legal and Identity Protection Plans

Job summary

A leading power delivery contractor is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee large and medium-sized projects, particularly in substations and battery energy storage systems. Responsibilities include managing project phases with budgets ranging from $500K to $20M, ensuring client satisfaction, and maintaining high safety standards. Ideal candidates will have strong organizational, communication, and time management skills and a background in project management. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact within a committed team focused on improving lives through essential infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with job cost tracking and estimating software is a plus.
• A valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage phases of large projects or multiple medium-sized projects with budgets from $500K to $20M.
• Accountable for all aspects of project success from proposal to completion.
• Emphasize safety performance and client satisfaction.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Initiative

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Project Management software (Primavera P6, Unifier)

Job description

Project Manager – Substations and BESS (Battery Energy Storage Systems) Location: Various | Full‑time | Travel Required

Strengthening our nation’s power grid isn’t easy, but reliable electrical service is essential to everyday life. Every time someone charges an iPhone, cranks up the A/C, or turns on a computer, we are busy behind the scenes making it happen.

Michels Power, Inc. is one of the largest, most sought‑after power delivery contractors in the United States. We execute the entire spectrum of electrical infrastructure projects—including the construction of transmission lines and substations, the modernization of distribution systems, and the development of both oil & gas facilities and renewable energy initiatives. We also restore power after natural disasters strike.

Our substation group plays a critical role in building and maintaining the backbone of the grid throughout the United States. From greenfield builds to brownfield upgrades, our substation teams deliver high‑quality solutions that support grid reliability and future‑ready infrastructure.

Find out how a career at Michels Power, Inc. can change yours.

As a Project Manager – Substations and BESS (Battery Energy Storage Systems), your key responsibilities will be to manage a phase of a large complex project or manage multiple medium sized projects that are approximately greater than $500K and are up to $20M. This position is accountable for all aspects of a project’s success from the initial proposal/bidding process, to meet or exceed the client’s expectations, to the profitable completion of the jobs, with a special emphasis on safety performance. It is essential to be reliable, self‑motivated, goal oriented, organized and professional.

• Engineering News‑Record ranks us the No. 1 Electrical Transmission/Distribution contractor in the U.S.
• We are a recognized leader in substation construction and rebuilds, with a deep bench of experienced professionals.
• Our steady, strategic growth revolves around a commitment to quality.
• We are family owned and operated.
• We invest an average of $5,000 per employee in training each year.
• We perform challenging, meaningful work that improves the world.
• We believe everyone is responsible for promoting 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, Life, HSA/FSA, Disability, 401(k), Legal and Identity Protection Plans.

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:

• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with job cost tracking and estimating software is a plus.
• A valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with project teams, field personnel, and customers.
• A willingness to learn, take initiative, and grow within the company by embracing evolving responsibilities and technical challenges.

Desired Qualifications:

• Prior experience managing substation and battery storage projects
• Experience with Project Management software (Primavera P6, Unifier, etc.)

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

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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.