Customer Delivery Services (CDS) Project Manager

Customer Delivery Services (CDS) Project Manager

Palmerston North or Masterton

12 Months Fixed Term - Full-time

We are looking for a fixed-term Project Manager who thrives on complexity enjoys working across diverse stakeholders and is looking for a role with purpose.

At Powerco were investing in our electricity network and transforming the way we engage with and deliver for our a Customer Delivery Services Project Manager youll take the lead on customer-initiated electricity projects - owning them end-to-end in a fast-evolving environment where your project management expertise makes a real succeed in this role youll need proven project management skills and the ability to communicate clearly and confidently with a wide range of stakeholders.

Why this role

This isnt just project management as usual. Youll need to be comfortable with shifting priorities adaptable in how you engage with stakeholders and confident in applying your PM skills to navigate technical and delivery role will cover a geographical location across Te Aroha and Morrinsville areas.

What youll be doing:

• Manage electricity projects from customer application to delivery - on time on budget and safely.
• Oversee scopes risks costs schedules and quality outcomes across customer initiated work.
• Work directly with customers contractors and internal teams to align expectations and ensure delivery.
• Help shape new ways of working as Powerco transforms how we deliver for customers.
• Have a strong handle on compliance reporting and documentation every step of the way.

Youll bring:

• Proven project management experience - ideally in electricity distribution or a related infrastructure or construction field.
• A solid foundation in project disciplines: planning financial control stakeholder engagement risk and reporting.
• A practical people-focused approach with strong communication and coordination skills.
• The ability to navigate change and ambiguity as we hone our processes and a drive to improve how things are done.

We are working to tight timescales on this recruitment so would encourage early applications from candidates as we will be reviewing CVs throughout the process.

Applications close: Friday 20 March 2026

Our ability to get the best out of people is what sets Powerco apart. We realise that candidates especially from underrepresented and neurodiverse backgrounds often wont apply for roles unless they meet ALL the encourage anyone who shares our passion for connecting communities to apply for any role that aligns to your strengths and interests. We will provide a safe space where you can bring your whole self to work and thrive.

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