Cadet Project Manager

Applications close 06 / 11 / 2025 Reference REQ1726 Employment type Permanent Location 36 Evolution Drive, Horotiu, Hamilton 3288 NZL

Make your mark in New Zealand’s energy future :

Are you ready to launch your career in a supportive environment where you’ll be trained, mentored, and given the opportunity to grow into a fully-fledged Project Manager? Join Northpower’s dynamic transmission team and help deliver critical projects that keep the lights on across the Bay of Plenty, Waikato and beyond.

The Role :

As a Cadet Project Manager, you’ll join our Operations team and work alongside experienced managers to learn the full project lifecycle of electricity transmission line build and upgrade projects. Reporting to the Delivery Manager – Projects, you’ll be trained to manage projects from scoping through to delivery and completion, ensuring they’re completed safely, on time, and within budget.

Once trained, you will :

• Manage projects end-to-end – from pricing and scoping through to delivery and close-out
• Oversee financial performance, including invoicing and reporting
• Work with a wide range of stakeholders – from customers to contractors and field crews
• Ensure quality, safety, and customer satisfaction on every project
• Support design, estimating, and planning when needed

What’s in it for you?

This is a rare opportunity to be paid while you learn, setting you up for a long-term career in one of New Zealand’s most important industries. You’ll also enjoy :

What we’re looking for

We’re seeking someone with an interest in construction and infrastructure, ideally a recently qualified Quantity Surveyor or Engineer who’s looking to step into project management.

You’ll bring :

About us :

Northpower is one of New Zealand’s largest multi-utility contractors, providing design, construction, and maintenance services across transmission, distribution, generation, and fibre. We employ more than 1,300 people across 14 North Island locations and have a proud reputation for delivering safe, innovative, and commercially sound solutions for clients like Transpower.

Ready to apply :

Your safety and wellbeing are paramount to us. If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and grow into a Project Manager role, apply now at our careers website (search #REQ1726).

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so don’t wait – apply early!

Please note : applicants must have the right to work in New Zealand. Pre-employment checks will include criminal history, medical assessment, and drug / alcohol screening.

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