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Federal Airfield Project Manager – Michels Road & Stone, Inc.

Lomira, WIOnsiteFull TimePosted 2 months ago

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Required skills

  • federal projects
  • USACE
  • NAVFAC
  • FAR
  • DFARS
  • federal administrative requirements
  • contractual requirements
  • agency-specific standards
  • procurement coordination
  • subcontractor engagement

Nice to have

  • Primavera P6
  • heavy civil
  • energy
  • utility
  • marine
  • trenchless

Role summary

Michels Road & Stone, Inc. is seeking a Federal Airfield Project Manager to oversee federal projects across various business lines. This role requires strong federal project management experience, with a focus on communication, coordination, and client relationship management. The ideal candidate will be familiar with federal processes and able to keep multi-disciplinary projects aligned. Responsibilities include serving as the primary interface with federal agencies, coordinating with internal teams, maintaining relationships with federal partners like USACE and NAVFAC, supporting project schedules and documentation, and ensuring compliance with federal contracting requirements (FAR/DFARS). While deep technical expertise is helpful, success hinges on managing federal processes and stakeholder relationships. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package and invests in employee training.

Michels Road & Stone, Inc. is shaping the future. We construct roads, airports, large site developments and shoreline protection projects. Our projects are large; the tolerance for error is tiny. Our leaders, field crews and massive fleet of specialized equipment is focused on excellence. Are you? Our work improves lives. Find out how a career at Michels Road & Stone, Inc. can change yours.

This position manages federal projects across all Michels Road & Stone business lines, which may include heavy civil, energy, utilities, and other federal pursuits. The ideal candidate brings strong federal project management experience and excels in communication, coordination, and client relationship management. Deep technical expertise is helpful but not required; success relies on familiarity with federal processes and the ability to keep diverse, multi‑disciplinary projects aligned.

Why Michels Road & Stone, Inc.?

  • We are consistently ranked among the top 10% of Engineering News-Record’s Top 400 Contractors
  • 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 offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental and vision, competitive paid time off plans and much more!
  • We reward hard work and dedication with limitless opportunities
  • We believe it is everyone’s responsibility to promote safety, regardless of job titles.
  • Michels offers a comprehensive benefits program, subject to eligibility requirements, including medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings account, short-term and long-term disability insurance, 401(k) plan, legal plan, and identity theft and monitoring plan. 15 to 25 days of paid time off and 8 paid holidays annually.

    • Why you?

  • You like to surround yourself with dedicated, value-driven people
  • You believe there is a solution to every challenge – and you can find it
  • You understand the importance of small details on large projects
  • You like to know your efforts are noticed and appreciated
  • You want to make your own decisions, but know support is always available
  • You want to work to make a difference in people’s lives
  • You are a well-rounded safety professional who has overseen various types of construction projects, i.e.: civil, trenchless, marine, etc.

    • What it takes

  • Serve as the primary project interface with federal agencies and owners.
  • Coordinate closely with construction, engineering, safety, quality, and operational teams to support seamless project execution across various project types.
  • Maintain and strengthen relationships with USACE, NAVFAC, and other federal partners.
  • Facilitate project kickoffs, progress meetings, partnering sessions, and other communications with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Support development and management of project schedules, submittals, documentation, and reporting required by federal contracts.
  • Ensure compliance with federal administrative and contractual requirements, including FAR/DFARS and agency-specific standards.
  • Assist with procurement coordination, subcontractor engagement, and project documentation—not responsible for P&L or financial performance.
  • Participate in proposal development, pre-bid activities, and project planning as needed.
  • Support issue resolution, risk identification, and resource coordination to ensure project success.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned by leadership.

    • What it takes - Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field preferred.
  • Minimum 5 years of project management experience on federal projects—experience may include heavy civil, energy, utility, or similar project types.
  • Required experience working with federal owners such as USACE and/or NAVFAC.
  • Familiarity with federal contracting requirements, FAR/DFARS, and agency-specific processes.
  • Strong communication, relationship-building, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with construction teams and diverse stakeholders.
  • Ability to travel to project sites as needed.
  • Proficiency in MS Office; experience with Primavera P6 preferred.

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