Construction Manager - Fixed-term - 3 years

Company Description

Mai te hiku ki te taurapa, whitikina e te rā. From the tail of the fish to the tail of the waka, shines the sun. This whakataukī speaks to our journey across Aotearoa, one waka, one purpose, powered by the natural forces that sustain us. Meridian is Aotearoa’s largest renewable electricity producer, generating energy from the winds of Tāwhirimātea, the waters of Tangaroa, and the warmth of Tama-nui-te-rā.

Mō te tūranga | What you’ll be doing

Responsibilities

• Lead the safe, healthy, and sustainable delivery of the Te Rere Hau Wind Farm Repowering project, ensuring all site activities protect people and the environment.
• Manage all construction aspects on site, including earthworks, civil works, buildings, electrical systems, control systems, SCADA, and ICT services, through to handover to our Generation Team.
• Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with contractors, consultants, and stakeholders to ensure project objectives are met.
• Support the Senior Project Manager in delivering the Te Rere Hau project on time and within budget, including accurate cost and progress reporting, risk management, and contract administration.

Ngā painga ki a mātou | What we can offer

Ngā pukenga kei a koe mō tenei tūranga | What you’ll bring

Tono mai ināianei tonu | Apply now

We see energy as mauri the life force that connects people and place. Joining Meridian means contributing to kaitiakitanga, caring for the environment and future generations while empowering communities to flourish.

We’re a team that believes in being in the waka together supporting each other, celebrating our wins, and learning from our challenges. You’ll be encouraged to show tū maia, to be bold, curious, and authentic in your mahi, and to practice rangatiratanga by leading with integrity and purpose, no matter your role.

At Meridian, we embrace diversity and inclusion, knowing that different perspectives make us stronger. We encourage everyone to bring their whole selves to work mind, heart, and spirit — because that’s what being a good human truly means.

If you’ve got any questions, please email (email protected) . We’re committed to becoming more accessible and providing support if needed. Please get in touch if there are parts of our process you would like assistance with (process found here meridianenergy.co.nz / careers), we’re more than happy to help.

To view the full position description please click here (link to PDF).

Location – Manawatū

Advertising closes 30 November 2025 (please note this is subject to change)

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