Substation & BESS Project Manager

Michels Corp.; St. Albans, Uniontown (WV, OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits program

Training investment

Family-owned environment

Job summary

A leading energy infrastructure contractor seeks a Project Manager – Substations and BESS to manage complex projects involving substations and battery energy storage systems. This full-time role demands strong organizational and communication skills to ensure project success from proposal to completion. The position offers competitive benefits including health, dental, and a 401(k). The ideal candidate will embrace challenges and have experience with managing infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage large complex projects or multiple medium-sized projects.
• Own all aspects of a project’s success from proposal through completion.
• Ensure projects meet client expectations while maintaining quality.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Organizational skills

Time-management skills

Written communication skills

Verbal communication skills

Initiative

Tools

Project Management software (e.g., Primavera P6, Unifier)

Job cost tracking and estimating software

Job description

St. Albans, WV

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.

Oursubstation 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 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.

• 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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