Delivery Manager- Zone Substation Projects

at  North Power NZ

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

This is a great opportunity to work for a purposeful, essential organisation in a critical safety leadership position where you make the role your own! You will enjoy benefits like:

• Generous remuneration package inclusive of a full private use vehicle
• Grow your impact and career with professional development opportunities

-Live, work and feel your best with our In-house well-being program- a Peer Support Network (Kaitiaki) and EAP Services

• Life Insurance and Group discounted medical insurance with Southern Cross
• A diverse and inclusive workforce with a company that invests heavily in both their staff and community
• Save big with access to a range of corporate discounts and benefits
• A friendly workplace where people are valued and appreciated
• Free on-site gym facility and car parking

ABOUT US

Northpower is an electricity and fibre network provider for Whangārei and Kaipara, with more than 60,000 connected customers and over 90 years of network ownership.
Northpower is 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 drive economic growth and prosperity as we invest in our networks and renewable energy. Our impact goes beyond infrastructure; it’s about empowering communities across New Zealand.
We have a strong team with over 1400 staff working together across 14 locations in building solutions that shape a brighter future for Aotearoa.

THE ROLE

Reporting to the Operations Manager- Reactive and Technical Services, as the Delivery Manager you’ll be responsible for managing the delivery of Zone substation Capital projects for Vector, Northpower networks, and/or other external customers.
This role will require you to support the Operations Manager in the delivery of strategic objectives where you will grow a profitable, sustainable, and competitive contracting business .You will use robust leadership, mentoring , organisational and customer relations skills to lead a skilled and dedicated team of office and field staff.

You will also be accountable ( but not limited) to:

• Develop and drive improvements in quality, productivity, and safety performance along with strong compliance with HSQE and regulatory requirements
• Ensure all relevant asset management, and construction activities are in accordance with Customer Standards and good industry practice
• Build and maintain effective internal and external relationships with sub-contractors, suppliers, our customers, management, commercial & operational teams, project managers and design estimators
• Ensure all works are delivered in accordance with customer timeframes and any delays/variations are proactively communicated
• Provide budgeting, forecasting, monitoring, reporting, invoicing, and pricing input to the Operations Manager and Commercial Manager as required
• Actively contribute to ensure the required profitability margins of the capital business are met

This is a great opportunity to work for a purposeful, essential organisation in a critical safety leadership position where you make the role your own! You will enjoy benefits like:

• Generous remuneration package inclusive of a full private use vehicle
• Grow your impact and career with professional development opportunitie

To thrive in this role you’ll have industry knowledge with demonstrated know-how in asset management and strong business acumen. You will have a wealth of operational and project management expertise across electrical distribution networks where you can build and maintain strong collaborative working relationships with consistency and composure. You will also have:

• NZ recognized business or business management qualification OR comparable work experience (at least 5 years)
• Knowledge of managing projects with a relevant certification is essential, such as Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and influence others while demonstrating integrity and trust in a multicultural and multi-skilled environment
• Good judgment, problem solving and sound decision making under pressure
• Robust commercial and analytical skills
• Astute in Performance and Conflict management
• Tenacity to take problems through to successful outcomes despite potential barriers
• Ability to foresee challenges, read situations and respond efficiently and effectively
• Exceptional communication skills and collaborative skills
• Strong computer skills, with proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Project
• Sound financial knowledge and be a strategic, critical thinker
• Enjoy working as part of a team in a very busy team environmen