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Project Manager – HV Substations

Project Manager – HV Substations

Northpower LimitedRotorua, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand
12 days ago
Job description

Power New Zealand’s Energy Future :

Are you a seasoned project manager with astrong electrical background and a passion for leading high-voltage (HV)substation builds and upgrades? Join Northpower’s Transmission team and takecharge of delivering nationally significant infrastructure projects that keepthe lights on across Aotearoa. This is your opportunity to lead complex HVsubstation projects from concept to completion safely, on time, and on budget while working with a high-performing, tight-knit team that values quality,integrity, and continuous improvement.

What You’ll Be Doing

Reporting to the Project Delivery Manager Transmission Stations, you’ll manage substation construction and upgrade projects throughout the full lifecycle. From estimating and planning to execution and closeout, you’ll be at the centre of delivery. You’ll collaborate with field managers, schedulers, outage planners, designers, customers, suppliers, and contractors —keeping everyone aligned and projects moving forward. Your leadership will ensure technical excellence, commercial success, and compliance with Transpower and Northpower standards.

  • Leading end-to-end delivery of HV substation projects
  • Planning and managing resources to hit key milestones
  • Liaising with clients, consultants, suppliers, and internal teams
  • Managing project financials, variations, and reporting
  • Conducting project handovers, site audits, and safety checks
  • Supporting estimation and pricing on new opportunities
  • Driving continuous improvement across delivery processes
  • Ensuring all work meets safety, quality, and compliance standards

Performance & Accountability

  • Lead safety within your team, supported by H&S reps and systems
  • Monitor KPIs including Delivery (>

    • 95%), Responsiveness, Quality, and YTL

  • Run monthly KPI reports and follow up on failures with relevant PMs
  • Attend monthly and quarterly performance meetings with stakeholders
  • Review WIP and financials on the 2nd working day of each month
  • Contribute to forecasting, aged WIP tracking, and forward commitments
  • Use tools like Maximo, CAT, and Transpower BI for reporting and analysis

    • What We’re Looking For

  • Three plus years of project management experience in HV or electrical environments
  • A qualification in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience
  • Familiarity with HV systems, network standards, and NZ safety regulations
  • Strong commercial and contract management skills
  • Confidence using MS Project, Excel, Word, and job costing tools
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
  • A full Class 1 driver’s licence
  • Bonus if you have experience using PRINCE2® or PMP® certification and knowledge of NZQA 18275 / 12300 units (or equivalent)

    • About us

    Northpower is one of the largest multi-utility contractors in New Zealand,servicing the needs of clients in transmission, distribution, generation, fibreand commercial sectors. We have a reputation for excellence and innovation,providing commercially viable solutions for electrical and telecommunicationdesign, construction, and maintenance requirements. We have over 1,400 employeesworking together across 16 locations to keep the power on and the lights goingfor our customers.

    Ready to Lead the Future of Energy

    Apply now #req1740 and be part of a team that’sbuilding New Zealand’s grid resilience. Help us deliver safe, reliable, andhigh-quality HV substation projects that power communities and industriesacross the country.

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