Groundline are all about keeping the lights on…literally! We’re the team working hard on innovative solutions that make energy networks stronger, safer and smarter. What does that mean though? Look up! See those overhead power lines delivering the electricity infrastructure that keeps our daily lives ticking by? We play a critical role in keeping them all up there, safely and sustainably. Plus, there’s all the technology beneath your feet that our underground cabling team has played a critical role in developing. Our Engineers and CAD team work with the latest technology to deliver engineering solutions to clients across the globe.
We have a rock-solid reputation for being great to work with. We build long-term
relationships with, and make things as easy as possible for, our customers.
The Role
We are seeking a detail‑oriented Project Manager to join our Project Delivery team to lead the successful delivery of complex engineering projects while also shaping delivery practices and contributing to our culture. This is a role for someone who thrives on ownership and can confidently guide projects from concept through to completion while managing risk.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the end-to-end delivery of multiple projects, ensuring they are completed safely, on time, fright first time and within budget
- Drive project planning and resource forecasting, ensuring work is well structured and appropriately resourced
- Take ownership of financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, and margin management
- Manage project risks and controls, including maintaining risk and decision registers and ensuring audit compliance
- Build strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and project teams
- Provide mentoring, coaching, and day-to-day guidance to junior project managers and team members
- Contribute to continuous improvement of project delivery systems and processes
- Champion and role model Groundline’s values and culture
Experience
- 5+ years demonstrated experience in project management or a bachelors degree in a relevant field
- Experience in the electricity sector is preferred
- Understanding and experience in the design lifecycle and the application of project management
- The ability to autonomously work to deadlines, identify risk and raise concerns and challenges in a timely and appropriate manner
This opportunity is based in our founding Christchurch office, plus we have a presence in in the UK, Australia and the USA. Our working spaces are ones you’ll love….there’s not many places where you get to collaborate with colleagues over a quick game of darts whilst sipping a coffee from our onsite
coffee machine.
We place a strong emphasis on training and development, starting from day one with our onboarding program. This is followed by continuous learning opportunities both in and out of the office.
Our salaries are competitive and as you progress, so do they. Plus, we offer so many other perks and benefits from paid for celebrations throughout the year, paid volunteer time, flexible working hours and health insurance…..oh and the day off for your birthday….there’s so much more we want to tell you about, we just can’t fit it all in here!
We understand the value of a diverse workforce too. It’s the wide range of employee backgrounds and personalities that make us such an innovative team. We all have different experiences to draw upon and bring ideas to the table, that’s one of the many things that makes us special.
If this sounds like you, please click apply now! If you would like to know more about the role, please email Amber McNair, Senior People & Culture Advisor at amber.mcnair@groundlineengineering.com for more information.
We’ll be reviewing applications as they come in and will be closing the advert on Sunday 31 May.
Applicants for this position must be an NZ Resident/Citizen or have a valid NZ work permit.
