Project Manager | Transmission

Downer EDI

Palmerston North, Manawatu-Whanganui, New Zealand
Generous salary pyckage; not specified; health ins...
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Hv transmission project management experience
Strong commercial awareness and financial monitoring
Stakeholder engagement and relationship building
** Downer EDI is seeking a Project Manager for their HV Transmission team in New Zealand, responsible for overseeing high-voltage transmission projects from planning to completion. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management or engineering, with excellent organizational skills and a commitment to safety. **

Job Summary

  • This role offers a permanent opportunity to manage critical high-voltage transmission line projects across New Zealand.
  • Candidates will coordinate internal teams, contractors, and resources to ensure projects meet scope, schedule, and budget requirements.
  • The company provides a generous salary package, health benefits, and access to an internal mobility team focused on career progression.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** Downer EDI is seeking a Project Manager for their HV Transmission team in New Zealand, responsible for overseeing high-voltage transmission projects from planning to completion. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management or engineering, with excellent organizational skills and a commitment to safety. **

Salary

Generous salary package; Not specified; Health insurance discounts, EAP, Beyond Blue, Perks@Downer

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • HV transmission project management experience
  • Strong commercial awareness and financial monitoring
  • Stakeholder engagement and relationship building
  • Safety-focused mindset with Zero Harm commitment
  • Contract compliance and procurement oversight

Nice-to-have

  • Transitioning engineer ready for project management
  • Experience in utilities or infrastructure sectors
  • High-performing organizational skills
  • Flexible availability across multiple regions

Key Requirements

  • Experience in project delivery within utilities or construction
  • Sound understanding of project financials
  • Strong planning and coordination capability

Work Rights

Not specified

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