About the Role: We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Design Estimator to join our delivery team in Palmerston North, supporting the electricity distribution sector. In this role, you'll play a key part in shaping and pricing the electrical network infrastructure that powers our communities. You'll be responsible for producing safe, efficient, and compliant designs for both overhead and underground distribution networks, preparing accurate cost estimates, and supporting the seamless delivery of projects from concept through to construction. Reporting to the Delivery Manager, you'll work closely with project managers, engineers, and field teams to ensure all designs are practical, cost-effective, and aligned with customer expectations and regulatory requirements. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys blending technical design capability with commercial insight and project delivery experience. Key Responsibilities: -Develop and maintain effective relationships with customers, contractors, and internal stakeholders. -Undertake design and estimation for overhead and underground electricity distribution networks using design software such as NEARA, and CAD tools. -Prepare accurate estimates, pricing models, and tender documentation for network and customer-initiated works. -Ensure all designs comply with industry standards, regulations, and safety requirements. -Produce detailed CAD construction and as-built drawings, capturing GPS data as needed. -Support the Delivery Manager and Project Managers in planning, scheduling, and handover of projects. -Identify and implement opportunities for process and design improvement. -Uphold high standards of health, safety, quality, and environmental compliance across all aspects of work. About You You're a technically capable and commercially aware professional who takes pride in producing quality designs and accurate cost estimates. You're collaborative, detail-focused, and thrive in a dynamic project delivery environment. Experience: -Experience in electrical distribution design, covering both overhead and underground networks. -Proficiency with NEARA, and AutoCAD (or similar tools). -Strong analytical, problem-solving, and estimating skills. -Understanding of relevant industry regulations, standards, and network owner requirements. -Excellent communication skills and a customer-focused approach. -A proactive attitude toward safety, quality, and continuous improvement. About us: Northpower is an electricity and fibre network provider for Whangarei and Kaipara, with more than 60,000 connected customers. We're one of the largest multi-utility contractors in New Zealand, servicing the needs of clients in transmission, distribution, generation, fibre, renewables, and commercial sectors. With over 1,400 staff working across 14 locations, we've built a reputation for excellence, innovation, and delivering commercially viable solutions for electrical and telecommunication design, construction, and maintenance Apply Now: If you're ready to make an impact and join a values-based organisation where professional development is supported, we'd love to hear from you. Submit your application via our careers website and search for #Req1533 Suitable applicants will be interviewed while the advertisement is open, so send in your interest early. Pre-employment checks may include a criminal history check, drug and alcohol testing, and a medical assessment. Our Christmas holiday shutdown period will run from 24th of December 2025 through to 6th of January 2026. Normal business operations will resume on 7th January 2026.