Project Manager – Network Services

JobSpace; Wellington; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Wellbeing initiatives

Community involvement

Perks@Downer employee discounts

Job summary

Downer New Zealand is seeking a capable Project Manager to own electricity projects from planning through to completion in Aotearoa. You'll bring together delivery teams, contractors and partners to ensure safe, commercially successful outcomes that meet customer expectations.

Reporting to the Northwest Area Manager, you'll manage project performance, strengthen stakeholder relationships and ensure stages meet design, construction and network standards.

Qualifications

• Experience leading electricity/utility infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of engineering design and construction standards.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, forecasting and invoicing.

Responsibilities

• Lead electricity projects to safety, quality, programme and budget.
• Coordinate delivery teams, contractors and resources per project plans.
• Manage budgets, expenditure, revenue, forecasting and invoicing.
• Provide engineering, estimating, quotation and project documentation support.
• Build relationships with customers, consultants, local authorities and internal teams.
• Monitor risk, quality and performance through reporting and audits.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting and cost control

Stakeholder management

Planning and scheduling

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Deliver electricity projects that help keep communities connected. As Project Manager, you'll take ownership of electricity projects from planning through to completion. You'll bring people, resources and delivery partners together to achieve safe, commercially successful outcomes that meet customer expectations. Reporting to the Northwest Area Manager, you'll manage project performance, strengthen stakeholder relationships and ensure every stage meets the required design, construction and network standards.

In this role, you'll:

• Lead electricity projects to agreed safety, quality, programme and budget requirements
• Coordinate delivery teams, contractors and resources against project plans
• Manage budgets, expenditure, revenue, forecasting and timely invoicing
• Provide engineering, estimating, quotation and project documentation support
• Build trusted relationships with customers, consultants, local authorities and internal teams
• Monitor risk, quality and performance through accurate reporting, audits and completion reviews.

We're looking for a capable Project Manager who combines practical technical knowledge with sound commercial judgement. You'll communicate clearly, take ownership and keep projects moving when priorities change. You'll bring:

• Proven project management experience within electricity, utilities, infrastructure or a related sector
• Practical knowledge of engineering design and construction standards
• Strong commercial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting and cost control
• Experience coordinating project teams, contractors and key stakeholders
• Strong planning, organisation and time-management skills
• Confident written and verbal communication, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project.

Our purpose is to enable communities to thrive. As one of Aotearoa New Zealand's leading infrastructure providers, we offer rewarding careers, development opportunities and a culture where people feel valued and supported. Our benefits focus on four key areas:

• Career - We invest in your growth through ongoing development opportunities, leadership pathways and access to industry-leading expertise.
• Wellbeing - The health, safety and wellbeing of our people is our top priority. You'll have access to a range of wellbeing initiatives and support services for you and your whānau.
• Community - We're proud of our inclusive culture and employee-led networks that foster connection, belonging and support across the business.
• Individuality - We recognise and celebrate what makes you unique and offer a range of employee discounts and benefits through Perks@Downer.

Whanganui offers an affordable and connected lifestyle, with a strong sense of community and easy access to the river, coast and surrounding countryside. With shorter commutes and the central city close at hand, you'll have more time to enjoy life beyond work. This is an opportunity to build your career while delivering electricity infrastructure that supports homes, businesses and communities across the region.

Downer's Energy & Utilities business is an integrated trans-Tasman team providing essential services that connect communities to critical infrastructure. We design, build, operate and maintain today's important water, electricity, telecommunications, industrial and power generation assets and networks. Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Downer is an inclusive employer committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, supported and empowered to succeed. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and cultures.