Solar Project Manager

Processautometa Llp; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Processautometa Llp invites a motivated Project Manager to lead solar EPC projects from design to commissioning, including grid-tied, off-grid and micro-grid systems. The role requires coordinating cross-functional teams across multiple sites and ensuring quality, cost, and schedule objectives are met.

You will develop detailed schedules and BOMs, manage procurement and vendor relations, monitor safety and compliance, and communicate with clients and regulators to secure approvals.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Electrical or Energy Engineering.
• 2–4 years of proven Solar EPC project management experience.
• Strong understanding of BOM, electrical layouts, and PV systems.
• Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams and coordinating multiple vendors.
• Proficient in project planning, procurement, and budget control.
• Familiarity with IS/IEC standards and CEIG/DISCOM processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead solar project lifecycle across grid-tied, off-grid, and micro-grid systems.
• Prepare and validate BOMs based on design and requirements.
• Develop detailed schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
• Coordinate procurement and logistics to meet timelines.
• Oversee on-site teams, ensure safety, quality and compliance.
• Conduct risk reviews and progress monitoring.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants and regulators for approvals.
• Maintain thorough project documentation and reporting.
• Monitor costs and project profitability, drive continuous improvement.
• Facilitate lessons learned across projects.

Skills

Project management

Solar EPC

BOM creation

Budget control

Vendor coordination

Cross-functional leadership

Scheduling

Stakeholder engagement

Education

B.E. in Electrical / Energy Engineering

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

AutoCAD

Solar design tools

Job description

Job Title: Project Manager Solar EPC

Experience: 2 to 4years

Qualification: B.E. in Electrical / Energy Engineering.

Job Summary

We are looking a highly motivated and result-oriented Project Manager to lead and manage solar EPC projects, including grid-tied, off-grid, and micro-grid systems, from design to commissioning. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in handling multi-site solar projects, managing cross-functional teams, and ensuring compliance with quality, cost, and timeline objectives. A strong grasp of project planning, procurement coordination, and Bill of Materials (BOM) creation is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the entire solar project lifecycle for grid-tied, off-grid, and micro-grid projects, including design, engineering, procurement, installation, commissioning, and handover.
• Prepare and validate the Bill of Materials (BOM) based on system design and project requirements.
• Develop detailed project schedules, budgets, and resource plans and ensure timely execution within cost and quality benchmarks.
• Manage vendor coordination, material procurement, and logistics in alignment with project timelines.
• Oversee on-site teams and contractors, ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and compliance standards.
• Conduct regular project review meetings, risk assessments, and progress monitoring.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, and regulatory authorities for approvals, inspections, and CEIG/DISCOM compliance.
• Ensure accurate and up-to-date documentation, reporting, and communication throughout the project lifecycle.
• Monitor cost control, inventory management, and project profitability metrics.
• Drive continuous improvement and ensure lessons learned are applied across projects.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Electrical / Energy Engineering or equivalent.
• 2 to 4 years of proven experience in Solar EPC project management (design to commissioning).
• Strong technical understanding of solar PV systems, BOM preparation, and electrical layouts.
• Demonstrated ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams and manage multiple vendors simultaneously.
• Excellent project planning, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Hands‑on experience in material procurement, vendor negotiations, and budget control.
• Proficiency in MS Project / Primavera, AutoCAD, and solar design tools.
• Familiarity with IS/IEC standards, CEIG/DISCOM approval procedures, and safety compliance.
• Willingness to travel to project sites as required.

Preferred Attributes

• Experience managing large-scale rooftop, ground-mounted, off-grid & micro grid solar projects.
• Strong analytical mindset and problem-solving approach.
• Ability to work under pressure and deliver results within deadlines.