Construction Manager - Industrial Electrical - Michels Power, Inc.

Construction Manager- Heavy Industrial Electrical Construction

(Oil & Gas | Industrial EPC | Power Generation | Hydroelectric | Data Centers)

Location: Various Project Sites

Employment Type: Full‑Time

Travel: Required

Leading Electrical Construction for the World's Most Critical Facilities

From energy production and industrial processing to digital infrastructure and power generation, mission‑critical facilities rely on safe, expertly executed electrical construction. At Michels Power, Inc., our teams lead the heavy industrial and inside‑wiring electrical work that powers Oil & Gas facilities, Industrial EPC projects, power plants, hydroelectric assets, and data centers across the United States.

Every time energy is produced, data is processed, or critical infrastructure comes online, our teams are working behind the scenes to make it possible.

Michels Power, Inc. is one of the nation's largest and most respected power delivery and electrical construction contractors. We execute complex electrical infrastructure projects spanning industrial electrical construction, inside wiring, power generation, renewable energy, transmission, substations, and emergency power restoration-often in demanding, high‑reliability environments.

Our work improves lives. Discover how a career at Michels Power, Inc. can change yours.

The Role

As a Construction Manager- Heavy Industrial Electrical Construction, you will lead the field execution of complex, commissioning‑intensive electrical projects supporting:

• Oil & Gas and petrochemical facilities
• Industrial EPC projects and processing plants
• Power generation and renewable energy facilities
• Hydroelectric stations and balance‑of‑plant systems
• Data centers and mission‑critical infrastructure

You will provide hands‑on leadership across all phases of construction-championing safety, driving productivity, ensuring quality, and partnering with internal teams and clients to deliver projects efficiently and flawlessly.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and champion safety excellence across all project phases, ensuring compliance with all safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements

• Support preconstruction and planning, including:

• Field site walks and constructability reviews

• Risk identification and mitigation planning

• Construction sequencing and means‑and‑methods development

• Participate in estimating and bid‑development by:

• Providing productivity metrics and constructability input

• Recommending manpower, equipment, and resource strategies for large‑scale industrial and power projects

• Partner with Superintendents, General Foremen, and Foremen to:

• Schedule crews, tools, and equipment for optimal efficiency

• Reduce downtime in high‑cost, schedule‑critical environments

• Collaborate with Project Engineers and Project Managers to:

• Maintain schedule alignment and progress tracking

• Support execution through commissioning, energization, and turnover

• Lead work in commissioning‑heavy environments, including testing, startup, and client turnover

Why Michels Power, Inc.?

• Ranked No. 1 Electrical Transmission & Distribution Contractor by Engineering News‑Record
• Trusted partner for industrial EPCs, energy producers, utilities, and hyperscale clients
• Family‑owned and operated with a long‑term, people‑first mindset
• Steady, strategic growth driven by quality, safety, and innovation
• Average annual investment of $5,000 per employee in training and development
• High‑impact work supporting energy, data, and national infrastructure
• Safety is everyone's responsibility-regardless of title
• Part of the Michels family of companies, one of North America's most diversified energy and infrastructure contractors

Comprehensive Benefits Package

• Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Short‑ and Long‑Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Legal Assistance & Identity Theft Protection

(Benefits may vary based on position and location)

Why You?

• You like to surround yourself with dedicated, value‑driven people.
• You thrive on new challenges and evolving technologies.
• You think "we've always done it this way" is not a good enough reason.
• You want to know your efforts are recognized and appreciated.
• You like making your own decisions-with the right support.
• You want to be part of a team that improves lives through essential infrastructure.

What It Takes

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 7 years of experience in industrial or power‑related electrical construction
• OSHA 30 or equivalent safety training
• Working knowledge of NEC, NFPA, and IBC codes and standards
• Proven ability to interpret complex electrical drawings, schematics, layouts, and specifications
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred Qualifications

• Background as a General Foreman or Superintendent
• Experience with medium‑voltage systems (13.8kV and above)
• Exposure to power generation, hydroelectric, or data center electrical systems
• Experience with generators, UPS systems, switchgear, and paralleling equipment
• Participation in BIM coordination (Navisworks / Revit preferred)
• Proven success in commissioning‑intensive, schedule‑critical projects

Join a company that powers progress. Be a part of Michels Power, Inc.-where you don't just build projects, you build a career

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