Senior Project Manager - Geothermal
Contact Energy LtdWaikato, New Zealand
Posted April 8, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Contact Energy is a Kiwi energy company committed to leading New Zealand's decarbonisation journey and improving the wellbeing of Aotearoa through smarter, cleaner energy.
Job Description
Contact Energy is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of their next major geothermal development, Tauhara 2. The role will involve overseeing the full project execution phase, from early definition to commissioning and handover, and working closely with stakeholders to achieve project success.
Requirements
- Relevant engineering degree or equivalent qualification
- Significant experience delivering major projects across the full lifecycle
- Experience as a senior project manager on large design and build projects
- Confidence working within structured contracting environments and regulatory frameworks
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Benefits
- Free health insurance cover
- Better-than-your-average leave
- Access to Contact Shares
- Good to be Home' annual payment toward your home set up & wellbeing
- Bi-annual payments towards Contact Energy products
- Trail-blazing parental leave policy