The company
Passionate, curious and innovative are a few words that describe our people. We are powering the future, connecting communities and igniting innovation. Orion owns and operates the electricity distribution network that provides power to central Canterbury. As the third largest electricity distribution network in New Zealand, we cover remote rural areas, regional towns and the city of Christchurch.
We are an essential service and take our responsibilities seriously. We are community owned and working here means a career with meaning and purpose that makes a difference in your very own neighbourhood.
The role
We are looking for a Senior Project Manager (Digital Delivery), a role that sits at the intersection of strategy, technology, and execution. You'll lead complex digital and data-enabled initiatives that drive meaningful business change, from shaping the work upfront through to delivery, adoption, and benefits realisation. Working across a portfolio of initiatives, you'll bring clarity to loosely defined problems, make sound delivery decisions in complex environments, and balance pace, cost, risk, and quality to protect long-term value.
This is an opportunity to work on meaningful digital initiatives that matter to the organisation and its customers. You'll have the chance to influence delivery outcomes, shape how work is done, and partner closely with engaged leaders and delivery teams. This is a hands-on role that will suit an experienced digital PM who enjoys shaping work, navigating complexity, and delivering outcomes that stick, If you are looking for a role that has valued impact, this is it.
Lead complex digital and data-driven business change initiatives end-to-end with a focus on outcomes and value
Shape initiatives prior to delivery by clarifying problem statements, outcomes, benefits, risks, and delivery approach
Contribute to portfolio-level planning and sequencing, balancing dependencies, capacity, risk, and value
Proactively manage delivery risks, issues, and interdependencies to protect outcomes and minimise disruption
Optimise delivery within agreed schedule, budget, scope, and resources
Apply fit-for-purpose delivery frameworks and governance, adapting approach based on complexity and business need
Build strong stakeholder relationships through clear, transparent communication and timely issue resolution
Provide concise, outcome-focused reporting to support informed decision-making at leadership and governance forums
About you
Depth of experience at a Senior level delivering complex, technology-enabled projects within complex environments
A relevant tertiary qualification in information systems, computer science, project management, or a related field
Be focused on delivering real business outcomes - not just completing scope or milestones
Ability to build trust through influence and clear communication, bringing stakeholders along and creating alignment in complex, evolving environments
Sound judgement in complex environments, balancing commitment with adaptability
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, including senior leadership engagement
Systems and portfolio thinking, with an understanding of how initiatives interact and compete for capacity
The ability to distil complexity into clear, targeted updates for varied audiences
What they offer
You'll find at Orion, you can come as you are and just be you. You will be joining a workplace that values who you are, the work you do, and the way you think.
Importantly, we offer:
Flexible working arrangements, and flexible locations with our Head office in Burnside and satellite offices in Rolleston and Ferrymead
Three days of “My Days” leave
A broad range of workplace benefits, from a wellbeing allowance to our holiday house in Hanmer!
You might be surprised to find out that the company that brings the power to your home is innovative, inclusive, progressive, and quite good fun.