Senior Project Manager - Transmission & Distribution- Michels Power, Inc. at Michels

<h1></h1> <div> <h2><strong>Senior Project Manager – Transmission &amp; Distribution (Power Delivery)</strong></h2> <p><strong>Location:</strong> Project Based<br><strong>Employment Type:</strong> Full-Time<br><strong>Travel:</strong> Required</p> <h2><strong>Lead the Infrastructure That Powers Communities</strong></h2> <p>Strengthening our nation's power grid isn't easy, but it's essential. Every time someone charges a phone, runs the A/C, or powers a business, <strong>Michels Power, Inc.</strong> is behind the scenes delivering safe, reliable electrical infrastructure.</p> <p>Michels Power, Inc. is one of the nation's premier <strong>power delivery contractors</strong>, executing the full lifecycle of electrical infrastructure projects, including:</p> <ul> <li><strong>High-voltage transmission line construction (overhead &amp; underground)</strong></li> <li><strong>Substation construction, expansion, and upgrades</strong></li> <li><strong>Distribution system modernization (overhead and underground)</strong></li> <li><strong>Renewable energy interconnections and grid integration</strong></li> <li><strong>Emergency storm response and power restoration</strong></li> </ul> <p>Our work keeps communities connected, resilient, and growing.</p> <p><em>Join us and build a career that truly makes a difference.</em></p> <hr> <h2><strong>Position Overview</strong></h2> <p>As a <strong>Senior Project Manager – Transmission &amp; Distribution</strong>, you will lead a phase of a major utility infrastructure program or oversee multiple large-scale power delivery projects valued at <strong>$10 million or greater</strong>. You will be accountable for every aspect of project execution, from pursuit, estimating, and contract negotiations through construction, client management, and final closeout.</p> <p>This role serves as a critical leader within Michels Power, providing strategic direction to project teams while ensuring exceptional safety performance, operational excellence, client satisfaction, and financial success.</p> <p>The ideal candidate is a proven construction leader with deep experience in <strong>transmission, substation, and distribution infrastructure</strong>, strong commercial acumen, and the ability to develop teams while delivering complex projects in dynamic field environments.</p> <hr> <h2><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></h2> <ul> <li>Lead large-scale transmission, distribution, and substation projects from pursuit through final completion</li> <li>Manage project scope, schedule, budget, quality, safety performance, and profitability</li> <li>Directly supervise and mentor Associate Project Managers, Project Managers, and assigned project staff</li> <li>Review contracts, project plans, specifications, and bid documents to fully understand project requirements and risks</li> <li>Coordinate and lead estimating efforts, proposal development, RFP responses, and competitive bid submissions</li> <li>Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, utility owners, subcontractors, and key project stakeholders</li> <li>Build and maintain strong customer relationships while ensuring proactive communication throughout project execution</li> <li>Coordinate field operations with construction management and field leadership to ensure safe, efficient project delivery</li> <li>Manage contract administration, change orders, claims, variations, and project closeout activities</li> <li>Review project performance metrics, forecasts, schedules, and cost reports while implementing corrective actions as needed</li> <li>Conduct project meetings, lead presentations, facilitate problem-solving discussions, and support executive reporting requirements</li> <li>Ensure compliance with utility standards, environmental requirements, permitting obligations, and governmental regulations</li> <li>Promote Michels' safety-first culture and ensure adherence to all company safety policies and procedures</li> <li>Drive continuous improvement through lessons learned, operational feedback, and best-practice implementation</li> </ul> <hr> <h2><strong>Leadership Responsibilities</strong></h2> <p>As a senior leader within the organization, you will:</p> <ul> <li>Develop and mentor project management talent</li> <li>Direct work activities and establish accountability across project teams</li> <li>Build effective, high-performing teams that support operational success</li> <li>Foster collaboration between internal departments, field operations, clients, and external partners</li> <li>Make sound decisions in complex project environments while balancing schedule, cost, quality, and safety considerations</li> <li>Support employee engagement, professional development, and succession planning initiatives</li> </ul> <hr> <h2><strong>Why Michels Power?</strong></h2> <ul> <li>Ranked <strong>No. 1 Electrical Transmission &amp; Distribution Contractor</strong> by <em>Engineering News-Record</em></li> <li>National leader in <strong>transmission, distribution, and substation construction</strong></li> <li>Family-owned and operated with long-term stability</li> <li>Average of <strong>$5,000 per employee annually invested</strong> in training and development</li> <li>High-impact work supporting critical infrastructure and communities</li> <li>Strong safety culture where everyone is responsible regardless of title</li> <li>Part of the Michels family of companies, one of North America's largest infrastructure contractors</li> </ul> <hr> <h2><strong>Comprehensive Benefits</strong></h2> <ul> <li>Health, Dental, and Life Insurance</li> <li>Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) &amp; Health Savings Account (HSA)</li> <li>Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance</li> <li>401(k) Retirement Plan</li> <li>Legal Assistance &amp; Identity Theft Protection</li> </ul> <p><em>Benefits may vary by position and location.</em></p> <hr> <h2><strong>Why You?</strong></h2> <ul> <li>You're a dedicated, value-driven professional who wants to work alongside people who take pride in their work.</li> <li>You relish solving complex challenges, embracing evolving technology, and finding better ways to build critical infrastructure.</li> <li>You don't believe in "that's how we've always done it" and continuously seek opportunities to improve performance and outcomes.</li> <li>You want your contributions recognized and your leadership trusted.</li> <li>You value having the autonomy to make decisions while knowing the support of an industry-leading organization is behind you.</li> <li>You want to make a meaningful difference by helping deliver infrastructure that powers communities and drives progress.</li> </ul> <hr> <h2><strong>What It Takes</strong></h2> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management, or a related field, and <strong>7-10+ years of related experience</strong>, or an equivalent combination of education and experience</li> <li>Demonstrated success managing <strong>large-scale utility, transmission, distribution, substation, or power delivery construction projects</strong></li> <li>Experience leading projects valued at <strong>$10 million or greater</strong></li> <li>Proven ability to manage project scope, schedule, budget, procurement, risk, and field execution</li> <li>Experience supervising project management personnel and leading multidisciplinary project teams</li> <li>Strong understanding of contract administration, change management, estimating, and project controls</li> <li>Proficiency with <strong>Microsoft Office Suite</strong></li> <li>Experience with project management and scheduling software such as <strong>Primavera P6, HCSS, Microsoft Project, or similar platforms</strong></li> <li>Strong communication, leadership, negotiation, and organizational skills</li> <li>Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record</li> <li>Willingness to travel and support long-term onsite project assignments as required</li> </ul> <hr> <h2><strong>Preferred Qualifications</strong></h2> <ul> <li>PMP, PE, or other advanced professional certifications</li> <li>Experience with utility owners, cooperatives, municipalities, and investor-owned utilities</li> <li>Background in overhead transmission, underground distribution, and/or substation construction</li> <li>Experience managing complex, multi-discipline power delivery programs</li> <li>Familiarity with MISO, SPP, ERCOT, PJM, or other regional transmission environments</li> <li>Advanced contract negotiation, estimating, and business development experience</li> </ul> <hr> <h2><strong>Build Your Career While Powering Progress</strong></h2> <p>At Michels Power, you don't just manage projects. You lead teams, develop talent, strengthen client partnerships, and deliver the critical infrastructure that powers communities across the country.</p> <p><strong>Join a company that powers progress. Be a part of Michels Power, Inc.—where you don't just build projects, you build a career.</strong></p> </div><div class="content-conclusion"><p>AA/EOE/M/W/Vet/Disability</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="https://www.michels.us/website-user-privacy-policy/">https://www.michels.us/website-user-privacy-policy/</a></p></div>