Utility Operations Manager Jobs in Appleton, WI (NOW HIRING)

Location: Nationwide (Project-Based)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Travel: Required (Long-Term Onsite Assignments)

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.

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.

• 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

• 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

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

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

• Ranked No. 1 Electrical Transmission & Distribution Contractor by Engineering News-Record
• National leader in substation construction for utilities and data center clients
• Family-owned company with long-term stability and growth
• Invests approximately $5,000 per employee annually in training and development
• Strong, company-wide commitment to safety-every role, every project
• Part of one of North America's largest, most diversified infrastructure contractors

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

• You want hands-on experience in project management within data center and power infrastructure construction
• You thrive in field-driven, fast-paced environments
• You're motivated to learn and grow in the electrical and substation construction space
• You value teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement
• You want to contribute to infrastructure that powers the digital economy