General Manager - Substations & BESS - Michels Power, Inc.

General Manager – Substation & BESS

Full-Time | Travel Required | Neenah, WI

Lead the Teams Powering the Energy Transition Strengthening and modernizing America's electric grid requires more than technical expertise. It requires visionary leadership, operational excellence, and a commitment to developing people while delivering safe, profitable, and successful project outcomes. Every day, utilities, developers, and communities depend on resilient electrical infrastructure to deliver reliable power. Behind that reliability are the substations and battery energy storage systems (BESS) that support grid stability, renewable energy integration, and growing energy demand.

At
Michels Power, Inc., we help build and modernize the electrical infrastructure that powers homes, businesses, hospitals, manufacturing facilities, and critical services across North America. Michels Power, Inc. is one of the largest and most sought-after power delivery contractors in the United States. We perform the full spectrum of electrical infrastructure work, including transmission lines, substations, distribution systems, renewable energy facilities, battery energy storage systems (BESS), and critical utility infrastructure.

Our teams are trusted by some of the nation's largest utilities, developers, and energy providers to safely deliver complex projects that strengthen the grid and support the future of energy. If you're a strategic leader who thrives on building high-performing teams, driving operational excellence, and growing client relationships, find out how a career at Michels Power, Inc. can change yours.

Position Summary

As a
General Manager – Substation & BESS
, you will provide leadership and oversight for regional operations while fostering an environment focused on safety, operational excellence, customer satisfaction, and profitability. This position is responsible for project success and financial performance across the region's Substation and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects. You will establish strategic goals in partnership with the Regional Vice President and collaborate with Regional Managers, Project Managers, and operational leaders to execute those objectives.

This role requires a strong focus on relationship management, workforce development, business growth, operational execution, and financial stewardship. Success in this role requires a proven leader who can effectively balance strategic planning with day-to-day operational support while building strong teams, maintaining customer relationships, and driving sustainable growth.

• Direct and oversee regional Substation and BESS operations, ensuring alignment with company and divisional objectives.
• Establish and execute strategic initiatives in partnership with the Regional Vice President and senior leadership team.
• Provide leadership and direction to Regional Managers, Project Managers, and operational teams.
• Ensure projects are executed safely, efficiently, and profitably while maintaining the highest levels of quality and customer satisfaction.
• Support project teams in resolving operational, staffing, scheduling, and project-related challenges.
• Lead and support troubled project recovery efforts when necessary.
• Assume direct project management responsibilities when required.
• Directly manage regional personnel and carry out leadership responsibilities in accordance with company policies and applicable laws.
• Participate in interviewing, hiring, onboarding, training, coaching, development, performance management, and employee engagement initiatives.
• Mentor and develop leaders across the organization, supporting professional development and certification achievement opportunities.
• Build high-performing teams by attracting, developing, and retaining exceptional talent.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with utility, renewable energy, battery storage, and infrastructure customers.
• Partner with Business Development to identify new customers, expand regional market presence, and support long-term growth strategies.
• Ensure projects are managed with a focus on maximizing customer satisfaction.
• Represent Michels Power at customer meetings, trade organizations, industry conferences, and networking events.
• Monitor industry trends and emerging opportunities to support regional growth and operational planning.

• Lead regional preconstruction efforts and RFP pursuits for substation and battery energy storage projects.
• Review and support bid strategies, project execution plans, staffing requirements, and resource allocation efforts.
• Collaborate with estimating, engineering, and operational teams to support successful project pursuits and execution.
• Provide leadership and support to project teams throughout the project lifecycle to ensure successful outcomes.