Solar Project Manager
Solar Project Manager
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5years
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1 Vacancy
Job Description
Our client is a leading renewable energy company driving sustainable energy infrastructure across South Africa and beyond. With a strong pipeline of commercial industrial and utility-scale solar PV projects they are expanding their project management team to support continued growth and successful project execution.
We are seeking a dynamic results-driven Solar Project Manager to lead the full project lifecycle of solar PV installations from development through to commissioning. The ideal candidate must be professionally registered PM) have a minimum of 10 years of relevant project experience and hold an electrical engineering qualification. This is a Cape Town based position with occasional travel to project sites.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage end-to-end execution of solar PV projects (commercial industrial and utility scale).
Oversee planning budgeting scheduling procurement and quality control.
Lead multidisciplinary teams including engineering construction HSE and subcontractors.
Ensure projects are completed on time within scope and budget and to regulatory and technical standards.
Liaise with clients regulatory bodies local authorities and EPC/IPP partners.
Conduct risk assessments mitigation planning and performance reporting.
Ensure compliance with all SHEQ and environmental standards.
Oversee the technical commissioning testing and handover of projects.
Minimum Requirements:
Professional registration ( PMP certified).
10 years of experience in project management of which at least 5 must be in the solar PV / renewable energy sector.
Strong working knowledge of electrical systems grid-tied solar PV plants and South African electrical regulations (SANS NRS etc.).
Proven ability to manage large-scale construction projects and engineering teams.
Proficient in project management tools (e.g. MS Project Primavera).
Valid driver s license and willingness to travel to project sites.
Experience working with EPC IPP or Owner s Engineer environments.
Strong leadership negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
Familiarity with REIPPPP or private PPA project delivery frameworks.
Commercial acumen and ability to manage contractual obligations.
electrical
Education
Degree
Employment Type
Full Time
