Epc Project Manager

Smart4 Energy; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy company in South Africa is seeking an experienced Solar PV Project Manager to oversee the entire project lifecycle, ensuring quality, safety, and budget adherence. The ideal candidate will have 8+ years of management experience in the renewable energy sector, particularly solar PV, and possess solid contractual and commercial skills. Strong leadership and problem-solving abilities are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years' experience in management within the Renewable Energy sector.
• Solid contractual and commercial background.
• Knowledge of technical aspects of a PV facility.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full project lifecycle from contractual requirements through to implementation.
• Identify and manage project risks.
• Develop and implement execution plans to meet contractual requirements.
• Monitor project progress and proactively solve potential problems.
• Manage project budgets and compile cost reports.
• Ensure all Health, Safety, and Environmental requirements are met.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Contractual expertise

Commercial expertise

Project management

Education

Engineering qualification

Project Management qualification

Tools

MS Project

Prima Vera

Job description

An EPC leader in the renewable energy sector, is seeking an experienced Solar PV Project Manager to join their team.

This role is crucial for managing the full project lifecycle, from contractual requirements through to implementation and closeout, ensuring projects are delivered to the highest standards of quality, safety, and within budget.The ideal candidate will have a strong background in the renewable energy sector, with a focus on solar PV, and possess solid contractual and commercial expertise.Key Responsibilities Include : Developing and implementing execution plans to meet contractual requirements.Identifying and managing project risks.Developing and implementing resource and project procurement strategies.Monitoring project progress, identifying potential problems, and proactively solving them.Managing project budgets, compiling cost reports, and monitoring project costs.Ensuring all Health, Safety, and Environmental requirements are met.Requirements : An Engineering and / or Project Management qualification.A minimum of 8 years' experience in a management role within the Renewable Energy Sector (Solar PV).

Solid contractual and commercial background.Strong leadership, management, and problem-solving abilities.Knowledge of technical aspects of a PV facilityputer literacy, including knowledge of MS Project and Prima Vera.