Lead Renewable Energy Project Manager (Cape Town)

Placements24; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attractive annual salary package

Health and retirement benefits

Leave allowance and study support

Opportunity to work on renewableenergy

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dynamic Project Manager to oversee renewable energy projects in Cape Town. You will drive projects from inception to closure, ensuring on-time delivery within budget and high quality, while coordinating engineers, contractors, and regulators.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and 5+ years of project management experience in energy/construction, with PMI/Agile knowledge. PMP certification is highly desirable.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of project management experience in energy, construction, or related sectors.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Project Management, or related field.
• Knowledge of PMI processes and Agile practices is desirable.
• PMP certification or equivalent is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage comprehensive project plans (scope, timelines, budgets).
• Coordinate and lead project teams of engineers, technicians, and contractors.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and issues; implement corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Provide regular progress reports to stakeholders and sponsors.
• Manage vendor/contractor relationships and contract performance.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Negotiation

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree (Engineering / PM or related)

PMP certification

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a dynamic Project Manager to oversee renewable energy projects in Cape Town. You will drive projects from inception to closure, ensuring on-time delivery within budget and high quality, while coordinating engineers, contractors, and regulators.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and 5+ years of project management experience in energy/construction, with PMI/Agile knowledge. PMP certification is highly desirable.