Construction Manager (Natural Gas)

Location: Ames, Cedar Rapids, Davenport, Des Moines, Dubuque, or Marion, Iowa; Lincoln or Omaha, Nebraska, United States. Full-time with travel required and field-based operations.

Company

Michels Utility Services, Inc. is a family-owned natural gas utility contractor that builds and maintains in-town distribution networks and is part of the Michels family of energy and infrastructure companies.

What you will do

• Direct management and field operations for gas construction projects.
• Lead construction execution and coordinate activities in the field.
• Act as the primary operations contact and subject matter expert for field operations.
• Serve as the main point of contact for customers and maintain clear communication with internal and external groups.
• Support the safe, high-quality construction and maintenance of natural gas distribution networks.

Requirements

• 5–10 years of relevant experience.
• Competence with Microsoft Office Suite.
• OSHA 30 certification or completion of another safety training course.
• Valid driver license for the vehicle types driven and an acceptable driving record.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.

Nice to have

• Valid commercial driver license (CDL).

Culture & Benefits

• Safety is treated as a shared responsibility across all roles.
• Training and career development investment averaging $5,000 per employee per year.
• Family-owned organization with long-term stability and a focus on quality.
• Health, dental, and life insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, disability insurance, and a 401(k) retirement plan.
• Legal assistance and identity theft protection plans; benefits may vary by position and location.