Associate Project Manager - Michels Power, Inc.

Location: West Virginia / Pennsylvania (Project-Based) · Employment Type: Full-Time · Travel: Required (Long-Term Onsite Assignments)

About the role

Michels Power, Inc. is one of the largest and most sought-after power delivery contractors in the United States, executing the full spectrum of electrical infrastructure projects including overhead transmission line construction, substations, distribution systems, renewable energy, industrial power solutions, and emergency power restoration. The Associate Construction Project Manager – Transmission Line, under direct supervision, serves as project support by planning, organizing, and implementing project management principles. This position must demonstrate an understanding of how the business operates, how changing circumstances are managed, and who to engage for support when questions arise. Success requires strong written and verbal communication skills, the ability to work independently and as part of a team, meet deadlines, and anticipate and support internal customer needs.

Responsibilities

• Promote and maintain a strong safety culture, ensuring compliance with all safety and environmental policies, procedures, and regulations
• Assist Project Manager(s) in managing projects under direct supervision
• Support development and tracking of project performance metrics, budgets, and cost controls
• Assist with cost tracking, labor tracking, scheduling, and reporting
• Coordinate with field crews, foremen, subcontractors, engineers, and utility representatives
• Support material procurement, submittals, and equipment tracking
• Assist with subcontractor management and contract compliance
• Maintain project documentation including cost reporting, billing, scheduling, and budgeting records
• Assist with federal/state agency correspondence and reporting
• Maintain project schedules under supervision
• Participate in construction-related meetings to support project coordination
• Assist in proposal preparation, estimating, and quantity take-offs
• Provide onsite administrative and project support throughout long-term assignments
• Assist with change management, productivity tracking, and project closeout activities
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management, or related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
• 0–3 years of related experience (transmission line, utility, or heavy civil construction preferred)
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
• Ability to travel and commit to long-term onsite transmission project assignments
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (experience with job cost tracking or estimating software is a plus)
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated initiative, adaptability, and willingness to learn and grow

Skills

• Customer Focus
• Action Oriented
• Personal Accountability
• Drives Results
• Interpersonal Savvy
• Values Differences
• Communicates Effectively
• Instills Trust
• Demonstrates Self-Awareness
• Self-Development

Work Environment

• Combination of office work and active construction site environments
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
• Fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions
• Travel required, including extended onsite assignments
• Field environments may include exposure to weather conditions, heavy equipment, and moderate to loud noise levels

Benefits

• Ranked No. 1 Electrical Transmission & Distribution Contractor by Engineering News-Record
• National leader in overhead transmission and substation construction
• Family-owned company with strong, stable growth
• Invests approximately $5,000 per employee annually in training and career development
• Performs high-impact, essential work supporting communities and economic growth
• Strong company-wide safety culture—everyone is responsible
• Part of one of North America’s largest and most diversified infrastructure contractors
• Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance
• HSA / FSA Options
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Legal Assistance & Identity Protection Plans