Are you ready to lead civil projects in a dynamic and supportive environment? Join us and take charge of exciting projects across the Waikato region.
The role
We’re looking for an experienced Project Manager - Civil to join our Hamilton depot on a full-time, permanent basis. You’ll be responsible for managing civil infrastructure projects from concept to completion, ensuring they're delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality. Reporting to the Delivery Manager, you’ll play a key role in achieving exceptional outcomes for Northpower and our clients.
Being the Project Manager, you will also be responsible for:
- Leading projects from scoping to final delivery
- Managing projects from start to finish, on time and within budget
- Handling customer interactions and coordinating resources
- Overseeing financial performance, invoicing, and project close-out
- Supporting design and estimating when needed.
What’s in it for you?
As a Project Manager, you'll work in diverse and challenging environments, providing opportunities to expand your knowledge and skills.
You will enjoy benefits like:
- Competitive remuneration with full private use vehicle
- An in-house well-being programme, a peer support network (Kaitiaki) and EAP services
- Life Insurance and group discounted medical insurance
- Commitment to professional growth and development
- A friendly workplace where people are valued and appreciated
- Tailored leadership development in line with our specialised capability framework
- Social club and participate in family and social events and activities
- Discounted gym membership and a range of retail discounts.
What we’re looking for?
You’ll have a background in civil construction, with proven experience in project management. You should be comfortable managing multiple projects and working with a range of stakeholders.
Additionally, possessing the following would be beneficial:
- Strong understanding of civil construction and project management, particularly in residential projects
- Experience working with consultants, contractors, and clients
- Financial management, invoicing, and budgeting skills
- Proficiency in MS Project, Excel, Word and PowerPoint would be an added advantage
- Full clean Class 1 driver’s licence
- Strong communication, financial, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to motivate and influence others while demonstrating integrity and trust.
This role will demand a high level of integrity and focus on safety and quality while achieving on-time completion of projects and hitting financial targets.
About us
Northpower is an electricity and fibre network provider for Whangārei and Kaipara, with more than 60,000 connected customers.
We are one of the largest multi-utility contractors in New Zealand, servicing the needs of clients in transmission, distribution, generation, fibre, renewables, and commercial sectors. We have a reputation for excellence and innovation, providing commercially viable solutions for electrical and telecommunication design, construction, and maintenance requirements.
We have over 1,400 staff working together across 14 locations to keep the power on and the lights going for our customers.
Get in touch!
Your safety and well-being are paramount to us. Don't miss out on the chance to join our team and contribute to our success. Apply now by visiting our careers website and searching for #REQ1407.
Suitable applicants will be interviewed whilst the advertisement is open. Send in your interest early!
Unfortunately, applications from those without the right to work in New Zealand cannot be considered.
Pre-employment checks may include a criminal history check, drug and alcohol testing, and a medical assessment.
Northpower has an in-house recruitment team who manage recruitment for all our vacancies. If you're interested in a role with us, we would encourage you to apply directly online to us, as we don't accept candidates via agency (unless the role is advertised by the agency at our request).