HVDC Upgrade Programme Project Lead (NZ)

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Wellington

Hybrid

NZD 140,000 - 210,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Transpower New Zealand Limited is seeking a Project Manager to lead a multi-year HVDC Upgrade Programme. You will manage control system work packages from definition to handover, coordinating with specialists, consultants, and major suppliers across complex contractual arrangements.

The role emphasizes delivering on time, within budget, and with high safety and quality standards. You will work within governance structures and engage senior stakeholders to create clarity amid ambiguity and

Qualifications

Proven experience delivering large projects with multiple workstreams and dependencies.
Experience managing specialist suppliers and complex contractual arrangements.
Ability to work with and question technical experts, and to create clarity amid ambiguity and change.
Clear written and verbal communication with senior stakeholders and delivery partners.

Responsibilities

Lead substantial HVDC control system work packages from definition through delivery, commissioning and handover.
Coordinate with internal specialists, external consultants, and major suppliers to ensure alignment and on-time delivery.
Navigate governance frameworks and commercial arrangements while surfacing issues early for timely decisions.