Project Manager - Dunedin based - Electricity Distribution Industry

Deliver high-impact electrical projects—safely, commercially, and with confidence—right here in Dunedin!

### 15th October, 2026

Make Dunedin your home and enjoy the best of both worlds: a vibrant city lifestyle surrounded by spectacular coastline, beaches and outdoor adventures. With easy commutes and plenty to explore on your doorstep, Dunedin offers an exceptional place to live, work and build a future.

Delta is your smart thinking infrastructure specialist. We construct, manage, and maintain essential energy and environmental infrastructure. Every day we make a difference in the lives of New Zealanders. We make communities better for people to live, work and play in - keeping the lights on, the trees trimmed and the parks green.

We’re looking for an experienced Project Manager to join our Power and Communication Services team in Dunedin, where you’ll deliver essential electrical distribution projects and maintenance works for our key clients. In this hands-on role, you’ll take ownership from planning through to delivery, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to specification. You’ll work closely with internal teams, contractors, and clients to deliver a seamless, professional service and build strong, long-term relationships.

This role will suit someone who thrives in a fast-paced, delivery-focused environment and takes pride in doing things right the first time. You’ll bring a strong safety mindset, sound commercial judgement, and the confidence to proactively manage risk, cost, and stakeholder expectations. If you enjoy problem-solving, value collaboration, and are motivated by achieving great outcomes for clients and communities, you’ll feel right at home here.

To be successful in this role, you’ll ideally bring:

Essential:

Full Class 1 New Zealand driver’s license.

5+ years of project management experience, ideally gained within the Electrical Distribution Industry, or a relevant engineering qualification and some PM experience.

Knowledge of pricing and estimating.

Commercial and contractual knowledge.

Application and knowledge of Electrical Network Design Standards.

Computer literacy across the MS Office suite.

Experience managing engineering projects to meet time, quality, and budget targets as well as customer expectations.

Budget preparation and management skills.

Risk management knowledge and experience.

Desirable:

Project management qualification, i.e. PMI, PRINCE2 or similar.

Engineering qualification as an Electrician, Electrical Fitter, Technician, Electrical Engineer, or appropriate equivalent.

Electrical Registration as an Electrician, Electrical Fitter, Technician, Electrical Engineer, or appropriate equivalent.

Experience managing staff and resources.

Knowledge and experience in standard forms of contract, e.g., NZS3910, FIDIC, et al.

* Experience as Designer/Project Manager (in the Electrical Distribution industry).

If you’re a driven Project Manager who enjoys balancing people, performance, and precision — we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today!

Applications Close: 12 November 2026.

Please submit your CV and a cover letter in your application. Delta is only considering candidates who have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand at this time.

Delta is an equal opportunities employer, providing competitive remuneration and structured support for your career development. To find more about Delta please visit www.thinkdelta.co.nz

Please note:

Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing is required. Applications will be reviewed as received, and interviews may be scheduled before the closing date — so early applications are encouraged.