Project Manager

We’re looking for a capable and motivated Project Manager with a technical background to take ownership of contracting projects from inception through to commissioning and close-out. This role offers variety, technical depth, and the opportunity to work across multiple electricity networks or assets with different customer standards.
You’ll be responsible for delivering electricity distribution projects covering; zone substations, overhead and underground systems, subdivision works private assets and industrial HV electrical networks.

About the Role:
This is an end-to-end delivery role. You’ll lead projects through initiation, planning, execution, control, and commissioning ensuring safety, quality, programme, and financial targets are achieved.
You will use your technical background to support with design reviews, estimating accuracy, problem solving, and continuous improvement efforts across project delivery.

Role Responsibilities:

-Projects completed safely, on time, and within budget

-Accurate estimates, quotes, and financial management of active projects

-Thorough design and pricing reviews following handover from Estimating

-Detailed and complete Work Packs for field staff

-Efficient planning to maximise resource utilisation

-Accurate scoping and coordination of materials and contract resources

-Maintaining strong customer liaison and stakeholder engagement

- Be well organised, understanding key project deliverables and milestones to be met

- As a technical specialist. support field crews works delivery across multiple networks including industrial clients

- Take ownership for timely completion of actions allocated to you

- Outage planning management

-Complete project close-out, financial reconciliation, and documentation

-Participation in peer reviews, tender close-out meetings, and lessons learned sessions

You’ll also identify risks early, solve problems quickly, and ensure no gaps exist in the project planning and delivery, expectations or communication.

Experience:

-Bachelor of Electrical Engineering, National Certificate in Electrical Engineering Level 4, or equivalent

-Minimum 2 years’ relevant project management or technical experience in a related industry

-Strong knowledge of LV and HV distribution networks and Zone Substations

-Understanding of NZ electricity industry standards and safety legislation

-Financial literacy and the ability to manage project budgets confidently

-Experience building and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships

-Proficiency in Excel, Word, and Microsoft Project

-Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)

-A proactive mindset, strong time management, ability to multitask and sound decision-making ability

-A great attitude and commitment to team success

-PRINCE2®, PMP®, or Business Management qualifications are advantageous but not essential.

What We Offer:

Our team is committed to creating a positive and supportive work environment where collaboration is highly valued. We are proud to have a leadership team that offers guidance and encouragement to help all team members perform their best work.

You will enjoy benefits like:

- Competitive remuneration plus vehicle for full private use

- An in-house well-being programme, a peer support network (Kaitiaki) and EAP services

- Life Insurance and group discounted medical insurance

- Commitment to professional growth and development

- A friendly workplace where people are valued and appreciated

- Tailored leadership development in line with our specialised capability framework

- Social club and participate in family and social events and activities

- Discounted gym membership and a range of retail discounts

About Us:

Northpower is an electricity and fibre network provider for Whangārei and Kaipara, with more than 60,000 connected customers.We’re one of the largest multi-utility contractors in New Zealand, servicing the needs of clients in transmission, distribution, generation, fibre, renewables, and commercial sectors. With over 1,400 staff working across 14 locations, we’ve built a reputation for excellence, innovation, and delivering commercially viable solutions for electrical and telecommunication design, construction, and maintenance

Apply Now:

Our people are our energy source, and we offer meaningful benefits and rewards that work for you. We offer the opportunity for long term career growth as part of our talent development and succession planning process. This is your opportunity to step into a project management role where you can make a real impact. You’ll contribute to a culture that values safety, accountability, and continuous improvement. Apply via #REQ1935 New Zealand work rights are required for the role. Pre-employment checks will include a criminal history check, drug and alcohol testing, and a medical assessment.