Project Director

AltGen South Africa; Wes-Kaap; Hybrid; ZAR 1 200 000 - 1 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy company is seeking an experienced Project Director to oversee large-scale Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage projects across South Africa and East Africa. The successful candidate will manage project execution, ensure safety and compliance, and lead multidisciplinary teams. This role offers strategic exposure and the chance to work in a dynamic environment with a flexible location in Gauteng or Cape Town.

Benefits

Opportunity to lead impactful projects

High-level strategic exposure

Dynamic international team

Flexibility in location

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in utility-scale renewable energy projects.
• Proven track record delivering large, complex infrastructure projects in Africa.
• Strong understanding of commercial and contractual issues.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of large-scale Solar PV and BESS projects.
• Oversee engineering, construction, procurement, and commissioning activities.
• Manage project governance, reporting, and stakeholder communication.

Skills

Leadership capability

Project governance

Risk management

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field

Job description

Project Director – Solar PV & BESS

Location: Gauteng or Cape Town

A leading renewable energy company delivering large‑scale Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage projects across South Africa and East Africa is seeking an experienced Project Director to oversee the full execution of several major projects. This is a senior strategic role suited to someone who thrives in high‑value, fast‑paced project environments and can confidently lead multidisciplinary teams from construction through to commercial operation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end‑to‑end delivery of multiple large‑scale Solar PV and BESS projects, ensuring they are executed safely, on schedule, and within budget.
• Oversee all engineering, construction, procurement, and commissioning activities, ensuring technical quality and contractual compliance.
• Manage project governance, reporting, risk management, and stakeholder communication across internal teams, clients, and external partners.
• Provide strong leadership to project managers, site teams, contractors, and technical specialists.
• Drive project performance, resolving issues proactively and ensuring the delivery of high‑quality outcomes.
• Maintain oversight of project financials, forecasting, and commercial obligations.
• Build strong relationships with EPC partners, suppliers, and key stakeholders across the region.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field (advanced qualifications an advantage).
• 10+ years of experience in utility‑scale renewable energy projects, including Solar PV and/or BESS.
• Proven track record delivering large, complex infrastructure projects in Africa.
• Strong leadership capability, with experience managing multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent commercial, contractual, and risk‑management understanding.
• Ability to operate at executive level and work confidently with clients, lenders, advisors, and partners.
• Willingness to travel across South Africa and East Africa as required.

Why This Role?

• Opportunity to lead some of the region’s most impactful renewable energy projects.
• High‑level strategic exposure in a business experiencing strong growth.
• Work with a dynamic, international team delivering world‑class projects.
• Flexibility to be based in Gauteng or Cape Town.