Design Manager

Join a well-established and highly regarded company with NPE-Tech. We have a long-term network contract in place!

Ready to elevate your career and quality of life? NPE-Tech, a leading, accredited Powerco contracting company with depots in key areas around the North Island, is expanding its team to deliver our newly awarded Powerco Customer Delivery Service Contract.

The Opportunity:

As our new Design Manager, you'll be leading an experienced design and estimation team, managing a diverse range of both customer initiated and private works on and off the Powerco network. 

Get involved with a company that has a proven track record of customer and employee satisfaction, involvement in projects to implement new technologies into the network, and a cohesive team of office and field staff delivering exceptional service to our valued clients.

This role can be based at any of our four branches and is not limited to the Bay of Plenty; therefore, anyone from our four supporting regions (Taranaki, Manawatu, Waikato, and Bay of Plenty) All is welcome to apply.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, coach, and develop our awesome design team


• Be the point of contact to ensure our team is up-to-date with client standards and requirements


• Ensure our design delivery KPI’s are achieved  


• Develop strong relationships with our suppliers and contractors to ensure competitive pricing is obtained every time

• Design and pricing solutions for a wide array of both High and Low Voltage Network projects


• Assist the team in the smooth implementation of both new and existing business processes


• Collaborate with a passionate team to drive our company's growth

 Your Ideal Skill Set:

• Experience in leading a team and the ability to get the best out of them

• High level of design and estimation experience in a network environment


• Proven ability to manage clients and contractors effectively


• Natural talent for building and maintaining strong relationships


• Keen eye for detail and commitment to accuracy


• Expert multitasker with stellar organisational skills


• Outstanding communication abilities


• Proficiency with estimator software packages

 Additional Valuable Skills:

• Track record of successful leadership roles


• In-depth understanding of Health and Safety protocols and industry standards


• Comprehensive knowledge of network and design standards


• Experience using estimator software packages

 Why NPE-Tech?

• We’re a rapidly growing company with a bright future


• Continuous learning and development opportunities


• Clear path for career advancement and personal growth


• Work with a forward-thinking team who value innovation


• We value our people, taking a proactive stance on staff safety and wellbeing

 Benefits:

• Competitive salary that recognises your expertise


• Company vehicle to support your work


• Phone and laptop provided


• Opportunity to travel and provide support for our other depots based in Hamilton, Palmerston North, New Plymouth, and Tauranga

Only New Zealand residents and citizens who normally reside within New Zealand will be considered for this role.