Project Manager - New Plymouth

Northpower; New Plymouth; On-site; NZD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Northpower as a Project Manager in New Plymouth, where you'll lead the delivery of crucial electricity distribution projects. This role offers a chance to advance your career in a growing industry, with competitive remuneration and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration

Supportive and collaborative work environment

Opportunities for professional growth

Access to well-being programs

Retail discounts and additional benefits

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of relevant project management or technical experience.
• Knowledge of LV and HV distribution systems and zone substations preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate the delivery of electricity distribution projects.
• Ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Liaise with clients, suppliers, and local authorities.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Organization

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

We are excited to announce an excellent opportunity based in New Plymouth, created as a result of a long-term contract secured with PowerCo. This opportunity serves as a stepping stone into a future-focused industry with significant growth anticipated in the coming years.

The Role:

We are seeking a Project Manager to join our team. In this role, you will play an integral part in the successful delivery of distribution electricity projects, managing all phases from initiation to completion.

Your responsibilities will include project planning, budgeting, and liaising with internal teams, clients, and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and coordinate the delivery of projects related to electricity distribution, overhead lines, underground cables, subdivision work, and substation upgrades.
• Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet quality and safety standards.
• Lead project planning, execution, commissioning, and closure phases.
• Prepare and manage work packs, including site details, job scope breakdown, and outage planning.
• Liaise effectively with clients, suppliers, consultants, and local authorities to facilitate smooth project execution.
• Oversee financial performance of active projects, including invoicing and job reconciliation.

What’s in it for you?

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a key new project with PowerCo in New Plymouth, where you will play a crucial role in delivering complex projects and advancing your career.

In return, you will enjoy:

• Competitive remuneration
• A supportive and collaborative work environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and career development
• Access to an in-house well-being program, including Peer Support Network (Kaitiaki) and EAP services
• A range of retail discounts and additional benefits

About You:

We are looking for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and a strong communicator.

To succeed in this role, you will need:

• At least 2 years of relevant project management or technical experience
• Knowledge of LV and HV distribution systems and zone substations (preferred)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Project)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

About Us

Northpower is an electricity and fibre network provider for Whangārei and Kaipara, serving over 60,000 customers. As one of the largest multi-utility contractors in New Zealand, we service transmission, distribution, generation, fibre, renewables, and commercial sectors.

Our reputation is built on excellence and innovation, providing viable solutions in electrical and telecommunication design, construction, and maintenance.

With over 1,400 staff across 17 locations, we are committed to keeping the power on and the lights on for our customers.

Get in Touch!

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career, join our value-based culture of care. Visit our careers website and search for #Req 1548. Suitable applicants will be interviewed while the advertisement is open, so apply early!

Pre-employment checks may include criminal history, drug and alcohol testing, and medical assessments.

Our in-house recruitment team manages all vacancies. We encourage you to apply directly online, as we do not accept candidates via agency unless specifically advertised by an agency at our request.