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Superintendent - Substations - Michels Power, Inc.

Michels Corporation · Houston, TX  

onsitefull-timemid level

About this role

Superintendent - Substations
Location: TX & OK Area | Full-time | Travel Required

Strengthening our nation’s power grid isn’t easy, but reliable electrical service is essential to everyday life.  Every time someone charges an iPhone, cranks up the A/C or turns on a computer, we are busy behind the scenes making it happen.  Michels Power, Inc. is one of the largest, most sought-after power delivery contractors in the United States.  We do the entire spectrum of electrical infrastructure projects, including the construction of transmission lines and substations, the modernization of distribution systems, and the development of both Oil & Gas facilities and Renewable Energy initiatives.  We also restore power after natural disasters strike.  Our work improves lives.  Find out how a career at Michels Power, Inc. can change yours.

As a Superintendent - Substations, your key responsibilities will be to plan resource availability accordingly through the local unions. This includes the scheduling, coordination, and management of subcontractors. Superintendent will also assist General Foreman to schedule work, crews, tools and equipment for efficiency and to minimize travel time.  

Why Michels Power, Inc.?

  1. Engineering News-Record ranks us the No. 1 Electrical Transmission/Distribution contractor in the U.S.
  2. We’re a national leader in substation and transmission construction with a long track record of success.
  3. Our steady, strategic growth revolves around a commitment to quality.
  4. We are family owned and operated.
  5. We invest an average of $5,000 per employee per year in training and career development.
  6. We perform high-impact, essential work that supports homes, businesses, and communities.
  7. We believe everyone is responsible for promoting safety—regardless of title.
  8. We’re part of the Michels family of companies—one of North America’s largest and most diversified energy and infrastructure contractors.
  9. We offer a comprehensive benefits program including:
    1. Health, Dental, and Life Insurance
    2. Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA)
    3. Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
    4. 401(k) Retirement Plan
    5. Legal Assistance and Identity Theft Protection Plans
      (Benefits may vary based on position and location)

Why you?

  • You like to surround yourself with dedicated, ambitious and value-driven people
  • You relish new challenges and evolving technology
  • You cringe when you hear: “Because that’s the way we’ve always done it.”
  • You like to know your efforts are noticed and appreciated
  • You believe that individual commitment to a group effort is key to success
  • You want your work to make a difference in people’s lives 

What it takes?

  • 10+ Years of Substation Field Experience
  • Working in Greenfield and Brownfield Substations
  • Understanding Substation Switching Procedures
  • Supporting and Managing Site Safety
  • Coordinate all manpower for the projects you will be overseeing with the Senior Superintendent for multiple projects.
  • Work directly with IBEW Union Halls and their Referral Agents and Business Agents.
  • Assist with developing crews for Projects.
  • Work with the APM’s and Projects Managers associated with Projects you will be overseeing with the following.
    • Schedules
    • Manpower Look Head
    • Equipment
    • Materials
    • RFI’s
  • Work w the Client Construction Managers
  • Manage Drawings on the Projects
  • Review Project Specifications
  • Support the Site Leads to Tooling Requests

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