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Construction Manager - Industrial Electrical - Michels Power, Inc.

Otsego, MN  

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 Critical Infrastructure

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., we lead the heavy industrial and inside-wiring electrical work that powers complex facilities across the United States.

Whether supporting Oil & Gas plants, hydroelectric stations, power generation assets, or data centers, our teams deliver high-quality, reliable execution in demanding environments.

Michels Power, Inc. is one of the nation’s largest and most respected electrical power contractors, performing work across industrial electrical construction, inside wiring, substations, transmission, renewable energy, and emergency restoration.

Position Objective

The Construction Manager – Heavy Industrial Electrical Construction directs activities of personnel engaged in power construction projects by planning, coordinating, and overseeing field execution. This role is responsible for maintaining a professional approach to leadership while fostering teamwork, safety, and high-performance project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

  • Promote and maintain a strong safety culture, ensuring compliance with all safety and environmental policies, procedures, and regulations
  • Supervise and assign Superintendents, General Foremen, and Foremen based on project needs
  • Ensure quality control and strict adherence to company safety standards and policies
  • Develop and maintain strong working relationships with local unions and labor partners
  • Partner with field leadership to schedule crews, tools, and equipment to maximize productivity and minimize downtime
  • Collaborate with Project Managers and Engineers to update and maintain project schedules
  • Review production, monitor work progress, and take corrective actions to maintain profitability and performance
  • Approve timesheets, daily field reports, and work-in-progress reporting
  • Support estimating and bid development, including identifying cost-saving opportunities and constructability improvements
  • Assist in reviewing and validating as-built documentation
  • Coordinate with PMs and PEs to ensure material availability, subcontractor coordination, and contract compliance
  • Support assembly of project closeout documentation
  • Train, mentor, and develop field leadership while holding teams accountable for performance
  • Conduct on-the-job training and safety meetings (tailboards)
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • 5–7+ years of relevant construction experience (industrial, power, or electrical preferred)
  • Fully qualified tradesperson background
  • OSHA 30 or equivalent safety training
  • Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred Qualifications

  • Background as a Superintendent or General Foreman
  • Experience in industrial electrical, power generation, or EPC projects
  • Experience working with medium-voltage and high-voltage systems
  • Familiarity with commissioning-intensive environments

Managerial Developmental Competencies

  • Decision Quality
  • Cultivates Innovation
  • Resourcefulness
  • Directs Work
  • Ensures Accountability
  • Collaborates
  • Manages Conflict
  • Attracts, Develops, and Retains Talent
  • Builds Effective Teams
  • Drives Engagement
  • Managerial Courage
  • Being Resilient
  • Situational Adaptability

Work Environment & Physical Demands

  • Regular work performed in active construction environments and outdoor conditions
  • Frequent exposure to weather, equipment, and moderate to loud noise levels
  • Travel required depending on project assignments
  • Physical requirements include:
    • Frequent standing, walking, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, and crouching
    • Regular lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 25 pounds, with frequent lifting up to 50 pounds
    • Use of hands for tools and equipment
    • Vision requirements include close, distance, color, and depth perception

Why Michels Power, Inc.?

  • Ranked No. 1 Electrical Transmission & Distribution Contractor by Engineering News-Record
  • Trusted partner for industrial EPCs, energy producers, and utilities
  • Family-owned company with long-term stability and growth
  • Invests approximately $5,000 per employee annually in training and development
  • Opportunity to lead high-impact infrastructure projects across multiple industries
  • Strong safety culture—everyone is responsible
  • Part of one of North America’s largest and most diversified infrastructure contractors

Comprehensive Benefits

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

Why You?

  • You’re a hands-on leader who thrives in complex field environments
  • You value safety, accountability, and high standards
  • You enjoy mentoring teams and driving performance
  • You excel in fast-paced, schedule-critical projects
  • You want to contribute to infrastructure that powers energy, industry, and the digital world

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

This information reflects the anticipated base salary for this position based on current market data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Actual pay will be adjusted based on individual’s skills, experiences, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Expected Salary Range

$140,000 - $190,000 USD

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