Texas Overhead Transmission & Distribution Lead

Michels Corporation; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Short-Term Disability Insurance

Long-Term Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Job summary

Michels Power, Inc. is seeking a Construction Manager - Transmission & Distribution to lead overhead transmission and distribution projects across Texas. You will direct field teams, coordinate crews, equipment, and materials, and partner with project managers to deliver safe, on-time performance.

Ideal candidates bring 5–7 years in power construction, strong leadership, and proven ability to manage subcontractors, safety programs, and productivity while upholding quality standards.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of relevant power construction experience.
• Experience in overhead transmission and/or overhead distribution construction.
• Fully qualified tradesperson with knowledge of power construction means, methods, equipment, and field operations.
• Experience supervising Superintendents, General Foremen, Foremen, field crews, and subcontractors.
• Strong understanding of workforce planning, crew utilization, and production tracking.

Responsibilities

• Direct field construction activities for overhead transmission and distribution projects across Texas.
• Supervise and assign field leaders and crews.
• Maintain a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with safety requirements.
• Coordinate crews, equipment, materials, and subcontractors for safe, efficient execution.
• Monitor production, schedules, and field performance; implement corrective actions when needed.
• Ensure project quality standards, specifications, and contractual requirements are met.
• Build productive relationships with unions and ensure labor agreements are followed.
• Train and mentor field leadership on safety, quality, productivity, and teamwork.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Communication

Organizational skills

Conflict resolution

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

OSHA 30

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Michels Power, Inc. is seeking a Construction Manager - Transmission & Distribution to lead overhead transmission and distribution projects across Texas. You will direct field teams, coordinate crews, equipment, and materials, and partner with project managers to deliver safe, on-time performance.

Ideal candidates bring 5–7 years in power construction, strong leadership, and proven ability to manage subcontractors, safety programs, and productivity while upholding quality standards.