Project Coordinator - Solar

Center for Energy Education; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Center for Energy Education is seeking a Project Coordinator to lead the technical planning, coordination, and execution of residential solar projects. You will bridge clients, engineering teams, and site operations to ensure design accuracy, regulatory compliance, and timely handover.

Responsibilities include reviewing drawings/SLDs, conducting site surveys, aiding equipment selection, coordinating installation schedules, and ensuring safety and quality on-site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy, or related field.
• 3–5+ years of experience in solar PV project coordination, installation, or technical operations (residential preferred).

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate residential solar PV projects from design finalization through commissioning and handover.
• Review drawings, layouts, SLDs, and BOQs with engineering teams.
• Conduct technical site surveys for feasibility, shading, and constraints.
• Assist with system sizing, equipment selection, and configuration validation.
• Coordinate installation schedules and ensure specs are met.
• Monitor on-site safety and quality per engineering standards.
• Troubleshoot technical issues during installation and commissioning.
• Oversee inverter configuration, grid synchronization, and testing.
• Coordinate with authorities for approvals, inspections, and grid connection.
• Document as-built drawings, commissioning reports, and compliance records.
• Support O&M planning and preventive maintenance scheduling.
• Maintain communication with procurement for equipment availability.
• Collaborate with sales/BD to validate feasibility before project closure.

Skills

Solar PV systems understanding

Read electrical drawings/SLDs

Grid-tied residential standards

Inverter setup/troubleshooting

Safety compliance basics

Project tracking tools

Education

Bachelor's degree or diploma in Electrical Engineering/ Renewable Energy

Tools

CRM/Project management software

Job description

Role Overview:

The Project Coordinator is responsible for the technical planning, coordination, and execution of residential solar projects, ensuring compliance with engineering standards, timelines, and regulatory requirements while acting as a bridge between clients, internal teams, and site operations.

Technical Responsibilities:

• Plan and coordinate residential solar PV projects from design finalization through commissioning and handover.
• Review technical drawings, layouts, single-line diagrams (SLDs), and BOQs in coordination with engineering teams.
• Conduct technical site surveys to assess structural feasibility, electrical readiness, shading analysis, and installation constraints.
• Support system sizing, equipment selection, and configuration validation in line with client requirements and regulatory standards.
• Coordinate installation schedules and ensure adherence to approved technical specifications.
• Monitor on-site installation quality, safety practices, and compliance with engineering standards.
• Manage troubleshooting and resolution of technical issues during installation and commissioning.
• Oversee inverter configuration, grid synchronization, and performance testing.
• Coordinate with authorities and utilities for approvals, inspections, and grid connection processes.
• Ensure accurate documentation of as-built drawings, commissioning reports, and compliance records.
• Support Operations & Maintenance planning including system performance checks and preventive maintenance scheduling.
• Maintain technical communication with procurement to ensure equipment compatibility and availability.
• Collaborate with sales and BD teams to validate technical feasibility before project closure.

Skills & Qualifications:

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy, or related field.
• 3 to 5+ years experience in solar PV project coordination, installation, or technical operations (residential preferred).

Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of solar PV systems, components, and installation practices.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, SLDs, and technical layouts.
• Knowledge of grid-tied residential solar standards and authority requirements.
• Familiarity with inverter setup, commissioning, and troubleshooting.
• Basic understanding of structural and electrical safety compliance.
• Experience with project tracking tools and documentation systems.

Core Competencies

• Project coordination and multitasking ability.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset.
• Effective stakeholder communication and negotiation skills.
• Attention to technical detail and quality assurance.
• Time management and deadline orientation.
• Ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, procurement, and site teams.

Preferred Skills

• Experience dealing with local authority approvals and inspections.
• Knowledge of O&M practices for solar installations.
• Familiarity with CRM/project management software.
• Site supervision or field coordination experience.