Associate Construction Project Manager – Industrial Electrical & Inside Wiring

(Heavy Industrial / Power & Energy Facilities)
Location: Nationwide (Project-Based)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Travel: Required (Long-Term Onsite Assignments)

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Powering Industrial Facilities That Keep the Economy Moving

Reliable electrical infrastructure is essential to modern life—and behind every industrial facility, energy installation, and complex process system is a highly coordinated construction effort. At Michels Power, Inc., our teams deliver heavy industrial electrical construction and inside wiring solutions that power critical infrastructure across the United States.

From energy and industrial plants to power distribution systems, we deliver safe, high‑quality work that keeps essential operations running.

Michels Power, Inc. is one of the nation’s largest and most respected power delivery and electrical contractors, executing projects across the full electrical infrastructure lifecycle—including industrial electrical construction, inside wiring, substations, transmission, renewable energy, and oil & gas facilities.

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Position Objective

The Associate Project Manager – Industrial Electrical & Inside Wiring, under direct supervision, provides project support by planning, organizing, and applying core project management principles. This role develops an understanding of business operations, project delivery processes, and stakeholder coordination while supporting successful execution of field-based construction projects.

Success in this role requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively while meeting deadlines and supporting internal and external customer needs.

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Key Responsibilities

• Promote and maintain a strong safety culture, ensuring compliance with all safety and environmental policies
• 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 supervision, subcontractors, engineers, vendors, and clients
• Support material procurement, submittals, and equipment tracking
• Assist with subcontractor coordination and contract compliance
• Maintain accurate project documentation including billing, cost reporting, and scheduling records
• Support federal/state reporting and project correspondence as required
• Participate in construction meetings and contribute to project coordination
• Assist with proposals, estimates, and quantity take-offs
• Provide onsite administrative and project support for long-term assignments
• Assist with change management, productivity tracking, and project closeout activities
• Perform other duties as assigned

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Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management, or related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
• 0–3 years of relevant experience (construction, industrial, or electrical preferred)
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record
• Ability to travel nationwide and commit to long-term onsite projects
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (experience with construction/project software is a plus)
• Strong organizational, time-management, and multitasking abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated initiative, adaptability, and willingness to learn

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Core Developmental Competencies

Successful candidates will demonstrate:

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

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Work Environment & Physical Demands

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

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Why Michels Power, Inc.?

• Ranked No. 1 Electrical Transmission & Distribution Contractor by ENR
• Industry leader in industrial, utility, and power infrastructure
• Family-owned company with stable, long-term growth
• Invests an average of $5,000 per employee annually in training and development
• Strong safety culture—everyone is responsible
• Opportunities to work on large-scale, impactful projects nationwide

Comprehensive Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance
• HSA / FSA Options
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k)
• Legal & Identity Protection Plans

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Why You?

• You want hands-on experience managing complex construction projects
• You thrive in dynamic, field-based environments
• You’re motivated to learn and grow within project management
• You value teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement
• You want to build a career in infrastructure that impacts communities

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Build Your Future

Join Michels Power, Inc.—where you don’t just build projects, you build a career.