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Project Manager, Substations - Michels Pacific Energy, Inc.

Michels

Tumwater, WA · $110k–$155k a year · Posted September 21, 2026

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This listing pays about $132,500 a year. Across 375 open project manager listings that state pay, the middle half runs $100,000 to $135,000 and the median is $120,000. That is inside the middle half of those listings, 10% above the median.

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About the job

Strengthening the West Coast’s power grid isn’t for the weak. Keeping electricity flowing and the lights on might not be a 9-to-5 desk job, but it is a chance to do meaningful work. Michels Pacific Energy, Inc. is a sought-after energy contractor. We do what is needed – from building and maintaining transmission lines and distribution networks both above and below ground to repair damage caused by natural disasters. Our work improves lives. Find out how a career at Michels Pacific Energy, Inc. can change yours.

The anticipated salary range is $110,000 - $155,000 annually. This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current market data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Actual pay will be adjusted based on the individual’s skills, experience, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

As a Project Manager, your key responsibilities will be to manage a phase of a larger substation projects or manage multiple smaller projects that are approximately $500k or less. This position is accountable for all aspects of a project’s success from the initial proposal/bidding process, to meet or exceed the clients’ expectations, to the profitable completion of the jobs, with a special emphasis on safety performance. It is essential to be reliable, self-motivated, goal oriented, organized, and professional.

Why Michels Pacific Energy, Inc.?

We are committed to hiring the best people and giving them the best equipment

We are dedicated to improving the West Coast’s energy infrastructure

Our steady, strategic growth revolves around a commitment to quality

We are family owned and operated

We invest an average of $5,000 per employee on training each year

We believe everyone is responsible for promoting safety, regardless of job title

We are a part of the Michels family of companies – one of North America’s largest, most diversified energy and infrastructure contractors

We offer a comprehensive benefits program, including Health, Dental, Life, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, 401(k) plan, Legal Plan, and Identity Theft and Monitoring Plan. Depending on your position and location you may participate in a different benefit plan.

Why you?

You like to surround yourself with dedicated, value-driven people

You are up to new challenges and opportunities

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?

Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Construction Management, Engineering or related field and 3-5 years of related experience or an equivalent combination

Experience with Substation projects is desired

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Experience with Project Management software (Primavera, HCSS, etc.)

Must possess a valid driver license for the type(s) of vehicles with may be driven and an acceptable driving record

Ability to travel

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 $110,000 — $155,000 USD

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