Project Manager

Project Plus; Auckland; On-site; NZD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Project Plus in Auckland seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead end-to-end delivery of large energy storage projects, from bid support and mobilisation through to commissioning and warranty support. You will ensure safety, on-time delivery, budget adherence, and high quality, while coordinating engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning with clients, partners, and subcontractors.

A background in renewable energy or utilities is advantageous and a degree in engineering or

Qualifications

• 10+ years of project or programme management experience.
• Delivery of complex engineering, infrastructure, or energy projects.
• Strong commercial, contract and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead full project lifecycle delivery of large-scale energy projects.
• Manage project scope, schedule, budget, risks and quality.
• Coordinate engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning activities.
• Build strong relationships with clients, partners and subcontractors.
• Drive project reporting, governance and stakeholder communication.
• Manage commercial performance, forecasting and project financials.
• Identify and mitigate project risks while ensuring successful project outcomes.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Budgeting

Risk management

Contract management

Cross-functional coordination

Education

Engineering degree

Project management background

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

Project Manager – Energy Storage (Renewable Energy)

Join a global leader in advanced battery and energy storage solutions, delivering large-scale renewable energy projects across the APAC region.

About the Role

We’re seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the end-to-end delivery of complex energy storage projects, from bid support and project mobilisation through to commissioning, operational handover and warranty support. You’ll be responsible for delivering projects safely, on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards while managing clients, subcontractors and multidisciplinary teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead full project lifecycle delivery of large-scale energy projects.
• Manage project scope, schedule, budget, risks and quality.
• Coordinate engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning activities.
• Build strong relationships with clients, partners and subcontractors.
• Drive project reporting, governance and stakeholder communication.
• Manage commercial performance, forecasting and project financials.
• Identify and mitigate project risks while ensuring successful project outcomes.

About You

• 10+ years' Project or Programme Management experience.
• Proven delivery of complex engineering, infrastructure, industrial or energy projects.
• Strong commercial, contract and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience managing subcontractors and cross-functional teams.
• Knowledge of EPC contracts is highly desirable.
• Background in renewable energy, utilities or electrical engineering is advantageous.
• Degree in Engineering, Project Management or a related discipline preferred.