Project Manager (Large-Scale Solar Projects/ BESS)

The VITO Group; Philippines; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

The VITO Group is a Philippines-based company seeking a Project Manager to lead large-scale solar projects from planning to completion. You will ensure on-time and on-budget delivery while meeting quality, safety, and client requirements and serve as a key liaison among clients, contractors, engineers, and internal teams.

We expect 3–5 years of relevant experience, with at least 2 years in solar projects, and a solid track record in scheduling, budgeting, risk management, and stakeholder

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of relevant project management experience, with at least 2 years handling large-scale solar projects.
• Proven experience in managing solar construction, installation, or renewable energy projects from planning to completion.
• Strong knowledge of project scheduling, budgeting, cost control, progress monitoring, and risk management.
• Experience working with EPC contractors, subcontractors, solar installers, consultants, and clients.
• PMP certification or other relevant project management certification is an advantage

Responsibilities

• Drive execution of the projects, keeping them on schedule and budget, while maintaining relationships with clients, stakeholders, and vendors.
• Maintain top-quality customer service with clients and all stakeholders.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, and other information.
• Evaluate the installer’s progress reports to manage project risks.
• Present project progress reports, key findings, and recommendations internally and to the client.
• Manage weekly meetings with contractors to discuss project progress.
• Engage and coordinate internal resources, engineers, consultants, and solar installers in the preparation and execution of project plans through completion.
• Review and take ownership of project schedules for construction and delivery.
• Coordinate and manage solar installers, conduct project meetings, and provide weekly progress reports to clients.
• Assist in the preparation and negotiation of construction bid amounts and contract terms.
• Work closely with Business Development team members providing recommendations on how to enhance and improve building and/or site configuration.
• Provide site evaluation and due diligence including hiring consultants and evaluating/overseeing when required.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Scheduling

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or related field

Job description

Overview:

The Project Manager will be responsible for leading and overseeing the successful execution of large-scale solar projects from planning through completion. The role will ensure that projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in accordance with quality, safety, and client requirements. The Project Manager will serve as a key point of coordination among clients, contractors, solar installers, engineers, consultants, and internal teams. The role requires a proactive, assertive, and results-driven individual who can effectively manage project risks, resolve issues, drive project progress, and maintain strong relationships with various stakeholders.

Job Description:

• Drive execution of the projects, keeping them on schedule and budget, while maintaining relationships with clients, stakeholders, and vendors.
• Maintain top-quality customer service with clients and all stakeholders.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, and other information.
• Evaluate the installer’s progress reports to manage project risks.
• Present project progress reports, key findings, and recommendations internally and to the client.
• Manage weekly meetings with contractors to discuss project progress.
• Engage and coordinate internal resources, engineers, consultants, and solar installers in the preparation and execution of project plans through completion.
• Review and take ownership of project schedules for construction and delivery.
• Coordinate and manage solar installers, conduct project meetings, and provide weekly progress reports to clients.
• Assist in the preparation and negotiation of construction bid amounts and contract terms.
• Work closely with Business Development team members providing recommendations on how to enhance and improve building and/or site configuration.
• Provide site evaluation and due diligence including hiring consultants and evaluating/overseeing when required.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of relevant project management experience, with at least 2 years of experience handling large-scale solar projects.
• Proven experience in managing solar construction, installation, or renewable energy projects from planning to completion.
• Strong knowledge of project scheduling, budgeting, cost control, progress monitoring, and risk management.
• Experience working with EPC contractors, subcontractors, solar installers, consultants, and clients.
• Ability to lead project meetings, present project updates, and communicate key findings and recommendations to management and clients.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to manage project issues and competing priorities effectively.
• Highly proactive, assertive, and results-oriented, with the ability to drive contractors and project teams toward agreed targets and deadlines.
• Strong commercial awareness, including familiarity with construction contracts, bid evaluation, and contract negotiations.
• PMP certification or other relevant project management certification is an advantage