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Construction Logistics | Site Operations | Campus Infrastructure
Location: Project-Based (Wisconsin, Missouri, Wyoming, Texas, and future project locations)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Work Environment: Primarily Site-Based (Long-Term Project Assignments)
Keep Hyperscale Construction Moving
The successful delivery of hyperscale data centers depends on the safe, efficient, and coordinated movement of people, materials, equipment, vehicles, and resources across rapidly evolving construction campuses. As projects scale to hundreds or thousands of workers and multiple active construction zones, logistics becomes one of the most critical functions supporting successful project execution.
As a Logistics Manager, you will lead site logistics planning, coordination, and execution across major hyperscale data center developments. You will be responsible for managing the operational framework that enables construction teams to safely and efficiently execute work across large-scale greenfield campuses.
Your efforts will help ensure personnel, subcontractors, equipment, materials, suppliers, and construction teams can operate effectively while supporting aggressive project schedules and critical project milestones.
About Michels Infrastructure Solutions
Michels Infrastructure Solutions (MIS) brings together the full capabilities of the Michels Family of Companies under a Super General Contractor (Super GC) model, providing mission-critical owners and developers with a single point of accountability for every phase of project execution.
By combining self-performed specialty design, construction, and commissioning services, MIS delivers large-scale, multidisciplinary projects with greater control over safety, quality, schedule, and cost.
MIS specializes in the delivery of hyperscale data centers and mission-critical facilities, leveraging expertise across mass grading and site development, wet and dry utilities, fiber and telecommunications infrastructure, ground improvement, deep foundations, structural concrete, power infrastructure, and commissioning. Our integrated delivery approach enables customers to partner with a single-source team capable of executing some of North America's most complex and demanding infrastructure projects.
Position Overview
As a Logistics Manager, you will lead project-wide logistics activities supporting major hyperscale data center construction projects. You will be responsible for planning and executing logistics strategies involving site access, traffic management, delivery coordination, material flow, laydown yard operations, temporary facilities, worker transportation systems, vendor staging areas, construction routing plans, and logistics infrastructure supporting campus-wide development activities.
During the early phases of project development, you will help establish the operational framework required to support large-scale site development activities including mass grading, utility installation, power infrastructure construction, and future vertical construction operations.
Working closely with Project Management, Construction Management, Procurement, Field Operations, Safety, Suppliers, Utility Providers, and Subcontractors, you will ensure people, equipment, and materials move efficiently throughout the project lifecycle.
This role serves as a critical connector between procurement, construction operations, suppliers, subcontractors, and project leadership while helping maintain visibility into material status, equipment movements, delivery schedules, site access requirements, logistics constraints, and campus-wide operational readiness.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead construction logistics planning and execution for hyperscale data center and mission-critical infrastructure projects.
- Develop and manage campus-wide logistics plans supporting multiple simultaneous construction activities.
- Coordinate material deliveries, equipment deliveries, and site logistics activities across active construction zones.
- Develop and maintain logistics plans aligned with construction schedules, project milestones, and operational requirements.
- Manage laydown yards, storage locations, material-flow routes, staging areas, trailer compounds, and logistics infrastructure.
- Coordinate site access routes, delivery corridors, haul roads, shuttle systems, and traffic management plans.
- Oversee temporary facilities, worker parking areas, vendor staging locations, and project logistics infrastructure.
- Coordinate oversized deliveries, critical equipment movements, crane access requirements, and special transportation activities.
- Monitor delivery schedules, inventory levels, logistics performance metrics, and material availability.
- Support workforce logistics planning associated with large project labor populations.
- Maintain visibility of critical materials and equipment throughout the supply chain and delivery process.
- Support field teams with material tracking, coordination, and readiness activities.
What You'll Do
- Develop and implement project logistics plans supporting site-development, utility, infrastructure, and building construction activities.
- Coordinate material and equipment deliveries with suppliers, subcontractors, procurement teams, vendors, utility providers, and field operations.
- Manage site delivery schedules and proactively prevent site congestion, access conflicts, and operational disruptions.
- Track material inventory, storage locations, delivery status, equipment readiness, and logistics constraints.
- Coordinate receiving, inspection, tracking, and documentation processes for construction materials and equipment.
- Maintain material tracking systems, logistics dashboards, and reporting tools.
- Support long-lead equipment delivery planning and critical material coordination efforts.
- Collaborate with Procurement, Project Controls, Construction Management, and Field Operations teams to identify material shortages, delivery delays, and supply chain risks.
- Coordinate laydown yard operations, material storage areas, logistics staging activities, and construction routing plans.
- Support development and management of trailer compounds, temporary offices, worker parking areas, shuttle operations, and temporary utility services.
- Coordinate logistics requirements between civil contractors, utility contractors, vertical construction teams, specialty subcontractors, and commissioning personnel.
- Support mass earthwork, utility installation, structural concrete, power infrastructure, and major equipment installation activities through effective logistics planning.
- Monitor logistics performance metrics, inventory reporting, material movement activities, and operational readiness indicators.
- Assist with logistics planning for project mobilization, major construction phases, campus expansion efforts, commissioning activities, and project closeout.
- Develop contingency plans addressing weather impacts, site congestion, traffic conflicts, schedule changes, and evolving project priorities.
- Identify and resolve logistics challenges that may impact safety, productivity, schedule performance, or construction execution.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives related to construction logistics, site operations, inventory controls, material management, and supply-chain visibility.
Why Michels Infrastructure Solutions, Inc.?
- We deliver some of North America's largest and most complex hyperscale data center and mission-critical infrastructure projects.
- We leverage a unique Super GC delivery model that combines specialty construction capabilities under a single-source execution approach.
- We provide exposure to every phase of project delivery, from greenfield site development and campus operations through construction, commissioning, and turnover.
- We provide opportunities to help lead the operational execution of large-scale hyperscale data center campuses.
- We are family owned and operated.
- We invest an average of $5,000 per employee per year in training and career development.
- We perform meaningful work that supports cloud computing, artificial intelligence, digital connectivity, and economic growth.
- We believe everyone is responsible for promoting safety, regardless of job title.
- We are part of the Michels Family of Companies, one of North America's largest and most diversified energy and infrastructure contractors.
Comprehensive Benefits Package
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Long-Term Disability Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Legal Plan
- Identity Theft Protection and Monitoring Plan
Benefits may vary based on position and location.
Why You?
- You like to surround yourself with dedicated, 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 enjoy coordinating complex operations involving people, equipment, materials, schedules, and multiple stakeholders.
- You thrive in environments where effective planning and execution directly impact project success.
- You enjoy solving problems before they impact safety, productivity, or schedule performance.
- You thrive in fast-paced construction environments where dozens of contractors and hundreds of workers rely on effective coordination.
- You like being at the center of project execution and helping teams succeed.
- You want your efforts noticed and your results to make a meaningful impact.
- You want to work to make a difference.
What It Takes
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Engineering, Business, or a related field preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 5+ years of experience supporting construction logistics, site operations, infrastructure delivery, transportation planning, materials management, procurement, supply chain management, heavy civil construction, mission-critical construction, industrial construction, or related operational functions.
- Experience supporting large-scale construction campuses, heavy civil projects, industrial facilities, mission-critical projects, utility infrastructure, data centers, or EPC projects preferred.
- Strong understanding of construction logistics, material management, delivery coordination, inventory tracking, logistics planning, site operations, and operational readiness.
- Experience coordinating delivery logistics, contractor access, site operations, workforce movement, equipment utilization, laydown yards, staging areas, or temporary facilities.
- Experience coordinating multiple suppliers, subcontractors, utility providers, and project stakeholders within fast-paced construction environments.
- Understanding of site-development sequencing, utility construction activities, infrastructure operations, and construction phasing.
- Ability to analyze schedules, delivery forecasts, inventory reports, and logistics constraints to proactively support project execution.
- Experience with construction management software, ERP systems, inventory systems, logistics platforms, material tracking tools, or operational reporting systems preferred.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
- Strong organizational, planning, communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
- Ability to support long-term, site-based assignments at hyperscale data center and mission-critical construction projects throughout North America. This position is primarily field-based, with the majority of work performed directly from active project sites. Initial project opportunities are expected to be located in Wisconsin, Missouri, Wyoming, and Texas, with future assignments determined by business needs and project awards.
Join a company that powers progress. Be a part of Michels Infrastructure Solutions, Inc.—where you don't just support construction, you help keep it moving.
AA/EOE/M/W/Vet/Disability
Logistics Manager
Construction Logistics | Site Operations | Campus Infrastructure
Location: Project-Based (Wisconsin, Missouri, Wyoming, Texas, and future project locations)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Work Environment: Primarily Site-Based (Long-Term Project Assignments)
Keep Hyperscale Construction Moving
The successful delivery of hyperscale data centers depends on the safe, efficient, and coordinated movement of people, materials, equipment, vehicles, and resources across rapidly evolving construction campuses. As projects scale to hundreds or thousands of workers and multiple active construction zones, logistics becomes one of the most critical functions supporting successful project execution.
As a Logistics Manager, you will lead site logistics planning, coordination, and execution across major hyperscale data center developments. You will be responsible for managing the operational framework that enables construction teams to safely and efficiently execute work across large-scale greenfield campuses.
Your efforts will help ensure personnel, subcontractors, equipment, materials, suppliers, and construction teams can operate effectively while supporting aggressive project schedules and critical project milestones.
About Michels Infrastructure Solutions
Michels Infrastructure Solutions (MIS) brings together the full capabilities of the Michels Family of Companies under a Super General Contractor (Super GC) model, providing mission-critical owners and developers with a single point of accountability for every phase of project execution.
By combining self-performed specialty design, construction, and commissioning services, MIS delivers large-scale, multidisciplinary projects with greater control over safety, quality, schedule, and cost.
MIS specializes in the delivery of hyperscale data centers and mission-critical facilities, leveraging expertise across mass grading and site development, wet and dry utilities, fiber and telecommunications infrastructure, ground improvement, deep foundations, structural concrete, power infrastructure, and commissioning. Our integrated delivery approach enables customers to partner with a single-source team capable of executing some of North America's most complex and demanding infrastructure projects.
Position Overview
As a Logistics Manager, you will lead project-wide logistics activities supporting major hyperscale data center construction projects. You will be responsible for planning and executing logistics strategies involving site access, traffic management, delivery coordination, material flow, laydown yard operations, temporary facilities, worker transportation systems, vendor staging areas, construction routing plans, and logistics infrastructure supporting campus-wide development activities.
During the early phases of project development, you will help establish the operational framework required to support large-scale site development activities including mass grading, utility installation, power infrastructure construction, and future vertical construction operations.
Working closely with Project Management, Construction Management, Procurement, Field Operations, Safety, Suppliers, Utility Providers, and Subcontractors, you will ensure people, equipment, and materials move efficiently throughout the project lifecycle.
This role serves as a critical connector between procurement, construction operations, suppliers, subcontractors, and project leadership while helping maintain visibility into material status, equipment movements, delivery schedules, site access requirements, logistics constraints, and campus-wide operational readiness.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead construction logistics planning and execution for hyperscale data center and mission-critical infrastructure projects.
- Develop and manage campus-wide logistics plans supporting multiple simultaneous construction activities.
- Coordinate material deliveries, equipment deliveries, and site logistics activities across active construction zones.
- Develop and maintain logistics plans aligned with construction schedules, project milestones, and operational requirements.
- Manage laydown yards, storage locations, material-flow routes, staging areas, trailer compounds, and logistics infrastructure.
- Coordinate site access routes, delivery corridors, haul roads, shuttle systems, and traffic management plans.
- Oversee temporary facilities, worker parking areas, vendor staging locations, and project logistics infrastructure.
- Coordinate oversized deliveries, critical equipment movements, crane access requirements, and special transportation activities.
- Monitor delivery schedules, inventory levels, logistics performance metrics, and material availability.
- Support workforce logistics planning associated with large project labor populations.
- Maintain visibility of critical materials and equipment throughout the supply chain and delivery process.
- Support field teams with material tracking, coordination, and readiness activities.
What You'll Do
- Develop and implement project logistics plans supporting site-development, utility, infrastructure, and building construction activities.
- Coordinate material and equipment deliveries with suppliers, subcontractors, procurement teams, vendors, utility providers, and field operations.
- Manage site delivery schedules and proactively prevent site congestion, access conflicts, and operational disruptions.
- Track material inventory, storage locations, delivery status, equipment readiness, and logistics constraints.
- Coordinate receiving, inspection, tracking, and documentation processes for construction materials and equipment.
- Maintain material tracking systems, logistics dashboards, and reporting tools.
- Support long-lead equipment delivery planning and critical material coordination efforts.
- Collaborate with Procurement, Project Controls, Construction Management, and Field Operations teams to identify material shortages, delivery delays, and supply chain risks.
- Coordinate laydown yard operations, material storage areas, logistics staging activities, and construction routing plans.
- Support development and management of trailer compounds, temporary offices, worker parking areas, shuttle operations, and temporary utility services.
- Coordinate logistics requirements between civil contractors, utility contractors, vertical construction teams, specialty subcontractors, and commissioning personnel.
- Support mass earthwork, utility installation, structural concrete, power infrastructure, and major equipment installation activities through effective logistics planning.
- Monitor logistics performance metrics, inventory reporting, material movement activities, and operational readiness indicators.
- Assist with logistics planning for project mobilization, major construction phases, campus expansion efforts, commissioning activities, and project closeout.
- Develop contingency plans addressing weather impacts, site congestion, traffic conflicts, schedule changes, and evolving project priorities.
- Identify and resolve logistics challenges that may impact safety, productivity, schedule performance, or construction execution.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives related to construction logistics, site operations, inventory controls, material management, and supply-chain visibility.
Why Michels Infrastructure Solutions, Inc.?
- We deliver some of North America's largest and most complex hyperscale data center and mission-critical infrastructure projects.
- We leverage a unique Super GC delivery model that combines specialty construction capabilities under a single-source execution approach.
- We provide exposure to every phase of project delivery, from greenfield site development and campus operations through construction, commissioning, and turnover.
- We provide opportunities to help lead the operational execution of large-scale hyperscale data center campuses.
- We are family owned and operated.
- We invest an average of $5,000 per employee per year in training and career development.
- We perform meaningful work that supports cloud computing, artificial intelligence, digital connectivity, and economic growth.
- We believe everyone is responsible for promoting safety, regardless of job title.
- We are part of the Michels Family of Companies, one of North America's largest and most diversified energy and infrastructure contractors.
Comprehensive Benefits Package
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Long-Term Disability Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Legal Plan
- Identity Theft Protection and Monitoring Plan
Benefits may vary based on position and location.
Why You?
- You like to surround yourself with dedicated, 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 enjoy coordinating complex operations involving people, equipment, materials, schedules, and multiple stakeholders.
- You thrive in environments where effective planning and execution directly impact project success.
- You enjoy solving problems before they impact safety, productivity, or schedule performance.
- You thrive in fast-paced construction environments where dozens of contractors and hundreds of workers rely on effective coordination.
- You like being at the center of project execution and helping teams succeed.
- You want your efforts noticed and your results to make a meaningful impact.
- You want to work to make a difference.
What It Takes
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Engineering, Business, or a related field preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 5+ years of experience supporting construction logistics, site operations, infrastructure delivery, transportation planning, materials management, procurement, supply chain management, heavy civil construction, mission-critical construction, industrial construction, or related operational functions.
- Experience supporting large-scale construction campuses, heavy civil projects, industrial facilities, mission-critical projects, utility infrastructure, data centers, or EPC projects preferred.
- Strong understanding of construction logistics, material management, delivery coordination, inventory tracking, logistics planning, site operations, and operational readiness.
- Experience coordinating delivery logistics, contractor access, site operations, workforce movement, equipment utilization, laydown yards, staging areas, or temporary facilities.
- Experience coordinating multiple suppliers, subcontractors, utility providers, and project stakeholders within fast-paced construction environments.
- Understanding of site-development sequencing, utility construction activities, infrastructure operations, and construction phasing.
- Ability to analyze schedules, delivery forecasts, inventory reports, and logistics constraints to proactively support project execution.
- Experience with construction management software, ERP systems, inventory systems, logistics platforms, material tracking tools, or operational reporting systems preferred.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
- Strong organizational, planning, communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
- Ability to support long-term, site-based assignments at hyperscale data center and mission-critical construction projects throughout North America. This position is primarily field-based, with the majority of work performed directly from active project sites. Initial project opportunities are expected to be located in Wisconsin, Missouri, Wyoming, and Texas, with future assignments determined by business needs and project awards.
Join a company that powers progress. Be a part of Michels Infrastructure Solutions, Inc.—where you don't just support construction, you help keep it moving.
AA/EOE/M/W/Vet/Disability
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Search Construction Jobs in South DakotaConstruction Green Card Sponsorship Jobs in South Dakota: Frequently Asked Questions
Which construction companies sponsor Green Card visas in South Dakota?
Larger general contractors and specialty subcontractors operating in South Dakota are the most common Green Card sponsors in construction. Companies involved in highway infrastructure, commercial building, and federal or tribal construction projects have historically filed PERM labor certifications for roles that are difficult to fill locally. Firms like Journey Group and Henriksen Construction are among the more established contractors in the state, though sponsorship decisions depend on individual workforce needs and case volume.
Which cities in South Dakota have the most construction Green Card sponsorship jobs?
Sioux Falls accounts for the largest share of construction activity in South Dakota, driven by commercial real estate development, healthcare facility expansion, and residential growth. Rapid City is the second major hub, with federal contracting activity near Ellsworth Air Force Base and tourism-related construction. Aberdeen and Pierre also generate consistent demand, particularly for infrastructure and public works projects funded at the state or federal level.
What types of construction roles typically qualify for Green Card sponsorship?
Roles that qualify for Green Card sponsorship in construction generally fall into two categories: skilled tradespeople with specialized certifications, such as ironworkers, pipefitters, and electricians, and professional or supervisory positions like project managers, civil engineers, and estimators. EB-3 is the most common pathway for trade roles, while EB-2 may apply to engineers or those with advanced degrees. The employer must demonstrate through PERM that no qualified U.S. worker was available for the position.
How do I find construction Green Card sponsorship jobs in South Dakota?
Migrate Mate lists construction jobs in South Dakota that include Green Card sponsorship, letting you filter specifically by visa type and industry rather than sorting through general job postings. Because sponsorship willingness is not always advertised upfront, focusing on employers with a documented history of PERM filings in South Dakota construction is more effective than applying broadly. Migrate Mate surfaces that employer data alongside active listings.
Are there any South Dakota-specific considerations for Green Card sponsorship in construction?
South Dakota has no state income tax, which affects overall compensation conversations but does not alter the federal PERM labor certification process. Construction employers here must still meet prevailing wage requirements set by the Department of Labor for the specific occupation and geographic area, which in South Dakota often reflects lower wage floors than coastal markets. Tribal lands in the state introduce additional labor jurisdiction considerations that can affect how employers structure sponsorship for projects in those areas.
What is the prevailing wage for Green Card construction jobs in South Dakota?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.