Senior Project Manager

Overview

Mercury is a bold future-focused organisation, providing energy and telecommunications to more Kiwis than anyone else, leading the way with renewable energy and working toward a sustainable future.

At the heart is our purpose.

Taking care of tomorrow : connecting people and place today.

This pushes us to do all we can to create a better future for our people, our communities, and Aotearoa New Zealand.

Be part of New Zealand's renewable energy future as a key member of our Generation Project Management Team where you will report to the Programme Manager and be part of a team who are responsible for all aspects of project delivery across a variety of generation projects within Mercury.

This role has the unique opportunity to focus on the delivery of project work under the Taupo Control Gates (TCG) Programme.

You'll be working as a Senior Project Manager on complex challenges on hydro infrastructure in New Zealand, which will involve you leading a team of local and international consultants and collaborating with external stakeholders to achieve successful outcomes.

The project work will support you development and experience with practical exposure to international standards / processes and different ways of working - helping to build your own skills and expertise.

On these projects you'll be part of a multi-functional team comprised of Mercury and consultant engineers, stakeholder engagement, and environmental leads and work closely with our Iwi Relationship Managers, all of whom are supportive and eager to share their knowledge.

This is an exciting Programme to be part of which will have a real impact on our local communities and our hydro stations.

This is a great opportunity for someone with experience managing civil / complex engineering projects from start to finish and looking to transfer their skills to a new industry or to continue to grow their skills in the energy sector.

While preference is for this role to be based in Taupo, there is flexibility to also be based in Hamilton or Rotorua in close proximity to our generation assets.

Mercury offers the flexibility to work from home where you can combine working from home and from the office based on what is suitable for you, the team and Mercury.

Responsibilities

All aspects of project delivery across a variety of projects within a Programme of Works, with particular focus on civil / engineering projects and supporting and developing business cases

Plan and execute projects in accordance with best project management practice including the development of bespoke project lifecycles, detailed project charters and business cases

Project Management - Safe design and execution of Mercury generation projects with strong commercial acumen, delivering value based outcomes for Mercury.

Stakeholder Management - Managing the relationships between customers, project teams, contractors, Iwi Partners and external stakeholders to meet overall Mercury objectives.

Setting up and managing key contracts and contractor relationships.

Project management for the delivery of civil / complex engineering projects (developing and supporting business cases, external stakeholder engagement and carrying forward endorsed option to implementation)

Proven stakeholder management - experience collaborating with key stakeholders and Iwi is an advantage

Qualifications

Bachelor\'s degree in civil / engineering or a related field (preferred)

A cross functional and critical thinker who challenges the norm and takes ownership to proactively manage risks and drives value

Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

Additional 5 days leave per annum (MyDays)

$400 one off tax-free payment towards setting up your home office

A diverse workplace where your unique abilities and talents will be recognised and encouraged

Annual salary reviews with excellent parental leave policy, with the option to purchase additional leave

The opportunities, career paths and facilities associated with working for one of New Zealand's largest multi-utility providers

Flexible working policy - The autonomy and trust to work flexibly from our purpose-built premises and from home, recognising the value of this flexibility in the modern world

Discounted health insurance and free life and income insurance

Excellent well-being programme including up to $100 annual check ups and confidential assistance programme

Gender affirmation leave and supportive bereavement leave to be taken when you lose anyone close to you, including your pet

Mercury is a learning organisation that is committed to providing you with opportunities to grow and develop that will benefit you now and in the future.

Part of your role includes building your skillset and mindset through a variety of ways.

We believe this creates an energised, innovative and agile work environment where you will feel valued.

Every voice has its place - and together, we thrive.

At Mercury, we believe that having a team of individuals with different backgrounds, experience and capability working together makes us stronger and better as an organisation.

We know that some candidates may only apply for a role if they meet all of the criteria.

If you want to join our team, we encourage you to apply for any role that matches your skills, capabilities and interests, even if you aren't sure if you meet all of the criteria.

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A full position description is available below.

Applications closeFriday, 3rd October at 5 : 00pm.

Please note that Mercury retains the right to bring a particularly strong candidate through to interview more quickly.

Reference # 41101

Posted 19 Sep 2025

Closing 03 Oct 2025 17 : 00

Location(s) Hamilton, Rotorua, Taupo, Waikato

Expertise Engineering, Project Management – Generation, Team Lead

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