Associate Construction Project Manager - Data Center Substation - Michels Power, Inc.
Michels Corporation
| Company | Michels Corporation |
| Category | Construction & Trades |
| Location | Dallas |
| Remote | On-site (inferred) |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Manager |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| Posted | 5 May 2026 |
| Last verified | 7 Aug 2026 |
| Source | Employer ATS (greenhouse) |
Description
Associate Construction Project Manager – Data Center Substation
Location: Nationwide (Project-Based) Employment Type: Full-Time Travel: Required (Long-Term Onsite Assignments)
Build the Power Infrastructure Behind America’s Data Centers
Data centers are the backbone of today’s digital economy—and none of them operate without reliable, high-voltage power. At Michels Power, Inc. , we design and build the substation infrastructure that supports hyperscale, colocation, and mission-critical data center facilities across the United States.
Every time someone streams content, stores data in the cloud, or powers connected technologies, our teams deliver the infrastructure that makes it possible.
Michels Power, Inc. is one of the nation’s largest and most respected electrical power contractors, specializing in substation construction, transmission, and power delivery for utilities, energy providers, and data center clients nationwide.
Position Objective
The Associate Construction Project Manager – Data Center Substation , under direct supervision, serves as project support by planning, organizing, and implementing project management principles. This role develops an understanding of business operations, project execution, and stakeholder coordination while supporting field-based substation construction projects.
Success in this role requires strong verbal and written communication skills, the ability to work independently and as part of a team, and the capability to meet deadlines while anticipating and supporting internal customer needs.
Key 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, subcontractors, engineers, vendors, and utility/data center stakeholders
Support material procurement, submittals, and equipment tracking
Assist in subcontractor management and contract compliance
Maintain project documentation including cost reporting, budgeting, billing, and scheduling records
Assist with federal/state agency correspondence and reporting
Maintain project schedules under supervision
Participate in construction meetings to support project coordination
Assist in proposal preparation, estimating, and quantity take-offs
Provide onsite administrative and project support during long-term assignments
Assist with change management, productivity tracking, and project closeout
Perform other duties as assigned
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 related experience (substation, electrical, or data center projects preferred)
Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
Ability to travel nationwide and commit to long-term onsite assignments
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (experience with job cost 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
Core Developmental Competencies
Customer Focus
Action Oriented
Personal Accountability
Drives Results
Interpersonal Savvy
Values Differences
Communicates Effectively
Instills Trust
Demonstrates Self-Awareness
Self-Development
Work Environment & Physical Demands
Combination of office work and active construction site environments
Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
Work may