Electrical Engineer / Project Manager

RCR Infrastructure (NZ); Auckland; On-site; NZD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

National project exposure

Career development opportunities

Supportive leadership team

Ownership of projects

Job summary

RCR Infrastructure (NZ) seeks an experienced Electrical Engineer with strong project management to lead delivery of electrical, HVAC, and critical infrastructure projects across New Zealand. You will oversee from tender to close-out, ensuring safety, on-time delivery and high quality.

The role requires a recognised Electrical Engineering qualification and proven experience delivering projects from planning through commissioning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Proven experience delivering electrical and/or HVAC projects end-to-end.
• Strong understanding of New Zealand standards for electrical systems.
• Experience managing subcontractors, suppliers and delivery teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of projects from initiation through to completion.
• Manage project programmes, budgets, resources, risks and commercial outcomes.
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers and customer stakeholders.
• Provide technical leadership and support across project activities.
• Review designs, specifications and technical documentation.
• Manage project reporting, forecasting, variations and contract requirements.
• Support commissioning, testing and handover activities.
• Maintain strong customer relationships and identify growth opportunities.
• Promote health, safety, environment and quality culture across projects.

Skills

Project management

Electrical engineering

NZ standards

Subcontractors coordination

Budget management

Communication

Education

Bachelor of Electrical Engineering

Tools

Simpro

MS Project

Job description

Full-Time Permanent | Auckland Preferred | National Role | Competitive Salary Package

ABOUT THE ROLE

We're seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer with strong project management experience to lead the successful delivery of electrical, HVAC, and critical infrastructure projects throughout New Zealand.

This role combines technical expertise with project management responsibility. You will oversee projects from tender handover and planning through procurement, installation, commissioning, practical completion, and close-out, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Projects may include commercial electrical installations, HVAC systems, backup power solutions, UPS systems, generators, renewable energy solutions, battery energy storage systems (BESS), and other specialist infrastructure projects.

To be successful in this role, you will hold a recognised Electrical Engineering qualification and have proven experience delivering electrical projects from planning through to commissioning and completion.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Lead the delivery of projects from initiation through to completion.
• Manage project programmes, budgets, resources, risks, and commercial outcomes
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and customer stakeholders
• Provide technical leadership and support across project activities
• Review designs, specifications, and technical documentation
• Manage project reporting, forecasting, variations, and contract requirements
• Support commissioning, testing, and handover activities
• Maintain strong customer relationships and identify growth opportunities
• Promote a strong health, safety, environment, and quality culture across all projects

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Recognised Electrical Engineering qualification (Bachelor of Electrical Engineering or equivalent) is essential.
• Proven experience managing electrical and/or HVAC projects from planning through to commissioning and completion
• Strong understanding of electrical systems and relevant New Zealand standards
• Experience managing subcontractors, suppliers, and project delivery teams
• Strong commercial and financial management capability
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Full New Zealand Driver Licence
• Willingness and ability to travel throughout New Zealand as required

DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE

• Experience with generators, UPS systems, renewable energy, or battery energy storage systems (BESS)
• Experience using Simpro, MS Project, or similar project management software

WHY JOIN RCR?

We offer the opportunity to work on diverse and technically challenging projects while being part of a stable, growing national business.

• Competitive salary package
• National project exposure across electrical, HVAC, and critical infrastructure projects
• Career development and progression opportunities
• Supportive leadership team and operational resources
• Opportunity to lead projects from planning through to commissioning and completion
• Work with a wide range of customers and industries across New Zealand

This is an opportunity to take ownership of meaningful projects while working with a respected national business that values technical expertise, professional development, and long-term career growth.You'll have the opportunity to work across a diverse portfolio of projects, build strong client relationships, and contribute to the continued growth of RCR Infrastructure throughout New Zealand.