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

Michels; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

FSA/HSA

Short/Long-Term Disability Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Legal Assistance

Identity Theft Protection

Job summary

Michels Underground Cable, Inc. is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead a phase of large, complex projects in data center and mission critical environments, with a focus on MV duct banks, substation feeds, and underground transmission.

From proposal/bid through profitable completion, you will be accountable for safety performance, scheduling, budgeting, team coordination, and strong written and verbal communication.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of related experience.
• Experience with MV duct banks, substation feeds, underground transmission or campus distribution.
• Experience with project management software (Primavera, HCSS, etc.).
• Must possess a valid driver license and an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to travel and commit to long-term onsite projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead a phase of large, complex projects or multiple large projects.
• Ensure safety performance across the project lifecycle.
• Manage from proposal/bid through profitable completion.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and communicate effectively with clients.
• Deliver projects on time and within budget while meeting client expectations.

Skills

Project management

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Project Management/Construction/Engineering

Tools

Primavera

HCSS

Job description

Senior 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 Senior Project Manager, you will be responsible for managing a phase of a large complex project or manage multiple large sized projects. This position is accountable for all aspects of a projects 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. It is essential to be reliable, self-motivated, goal oriented, organized and professional. Critical for success are excellent verbal and written communication skills, and the abilities to work well in teams and quickly make decisions. 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 centers
• 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 as determined by the Michels Review Team
• Ability to travel and commit to long term onsite projects

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.