Senior Solar PV Project Manager – Philippines

Upgrade Energy Philippines, Inc.; Philippines; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leave entitlements

13th-month pay

Health insurance

Annual performance bonus

Job summary

Upgrade Energy Philippines (UGEP) seeks a proactive Project Manager to oversee the full lifecycle of commercial and industrial solar PV projects in the Philippines, from design and procurement to construction, commissioning, and handover.

The role requires extensive experience managing large renewable energy projects, strong knowledge of solar technology, and the ability to lead a multidisciplinary team while ensuring safety, quality, and regulatory compliance across all phases.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Renewable Energy Engineering, Construction Management, or related field is required.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in project management or in the renewable energy sector.
• Strong understanding of solar PV and/or battery storage system operations, maintenance, and performance monitoring.
• Experience with data analysis and performance reporting tools (e.g., Python, Excel, Power BI).

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage comprehensive project plans, including scope, schedule, budget, resource allocation, and quality management plans.
• Define project objectives, deliverables, and success criteria in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
• Establish project governance, reporting structures, and communication plans.
• Lead and oversee all phases of project execution, ensuring adherence to safety, quality, schedule, and budget requirements.
• Manage and monitor project progress against milestones, identifying deviations and implementing corrective actions.
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor construction progress, resolve issues, and ensure compliance with design specifications and quality standards.
• Oversee the management of EPC contractors and other third-party vendors, ensuring contract compliance and performance.
• Review and approve project invoices, change orders, and progress payments.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks (technical, financial, regulatory, environmental, social).
• Develop contingency plans and problem-solving strategies to address challenges as they arise.
• Act as the primary point of contact for internal teams, clients, regulatory bodies, landowners, and local communities.
• Foster strong working relationships with all stakeholders, ensuring effective communication and alignment.
• Manage expectations and resolve conflicts in a professional and timely manner.
• Lead, mentor, and motivate a multidisciplinary project team, including internal engineers, procurement specialists, and site personnel.

Skills

Python

Excel

Power BI

Team leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

PMP certification (preferred)

Tools

FusionSolar

Battery EMS systems

Job description

Upgrade Energy Philippines (UGEP) seeks a proactive Project Manager to oversee the full lifecycle of commercial and industrial solar PV projects in the Philippines, from design and procurement to construction, commissioning, and handover.

The role requires extensive experience managing large renewable energy projects, strong knowledge of solar technology, and the ability to lead a multidisciplinary team while ensuring safety, quality, and regulatory compliance across all phases.