Senior Project Manager - Michels Underground Cable, Inc

Michels Corporation; Lakewood (CO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Disability Insurance

Legal Assistance and Identity Theft

Job summary

Michels Underground Cable, Inc. in Colorado is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead large fiber and telecommunications infrastructure projects. You will oversee proposals, bidding through execution, and ensure safety, quality, schedule, and budget performance.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years of related experience, strong leadership and communication skills, and proficiency with Primavera, HCSS, and MS Office. A valid driver's license is required; we offer comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of related experience, or equivalent education/experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience with Primavera, HCSS, and related PM software
• Valid driver license with acceptable driving record

Responsibilities

• Lead a phase of a large, complex project or oversee multiple large projects in fiber/telecom infrastructure.
• Manage projects from proposal and bidding through execution and closeout, ensuring client satisfaction, safety, quality, schedule and budget performance.
• Coordinate scope, risk, and communications with stakeholders; mentor project team and drive problem-solving and decision-making.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Project Management / Engineering / Construction Management

Tools

Primavera

HCSS

MS Office

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 a Senior Project Manager, you will be responsible for managing a phase of a large complex project or overseeing multiple large-scale projects within the fiber and telecommunications infrastructure sector. Responsibilities include managing projects from proposal and bidding through execution and closeout, ensuring client satisfaction, safety, quality, schedule, and budget performance. The ideal candidate is organized, self-motivated, and an effective communicator with strong leadership and problem-solving skills. Projects will focus on fiber optic and telecommunications infrastructure, including outside plant (OSP) construction, underground and aerial fiber installation, conduit systems, directional boring, broadband deployment, and network expansion.

• 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
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience with Project Management software (Primavera, HCSS, etc.)
• Must possess a valid driver license for the type(s) of vehicles which may be driven and an acceptable driving record
  

Desired Qualifications

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

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