RB 16201 - Project Manager (Solar PV) - Northern Cape

Energy Vault; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multi-disciplinary construction company is seeking a Project Manager specialized in Solar PV for projects in Northern Cape. The role requires a strong leader with a minimum of 10 years' experience in renewable energy management, ensuring high-quality project delivery and compliance with safety standards. The successful candidate will manage the complete project lifecycle, from planning to execution, while maintaining budget controls and client relationships.

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience in a management role within the Renewable Energy Sector (Solar PV).
• Solid contractual and commercial background.
• Good knowledge of technical aspects of a PV facility.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement execution plans to meet contractual requirements.
• Manage budgets, compile cost reports, and monitor project costs.
• Ensure Health, Safety and Environmental requirements are met.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-Solving

Communication

Contractual Knowledge

Decision-Making

Education

Engineering or Project Management Degree/Diploma

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

MS Office

Job description

Introduction

Ref:RB 16201 - Project Manager (Solar PV) – Northern Cape

Employer Description

Our client is a multi-disciplinary construction company.

Duties & Responsibilities

Job Description

• Develop and implement execution plans to meet contractual requirements.
• Develop and implement resource plans to meet project requirements.
• Develop project procurement strategy and implement to ensure on time delivery of equipment and materials.
• Manage contractual administrative requirements like notices, letters, claims, etc.
• Manage budgets, compile cost reports, and monitor project costs.
• Ensure progress claims are submitted in line with payment milestone schedules.
• Handle variations, payments, and special evaluations.
• Oversee complete project lifecycle through Engineering, Procurement and Construction.
• Manage subcontractors, including contractual, schedule and overall performance.
• Ensure project is executed to the highest level of quality standards by planning, mobilizing and managing adequate resources.
• Ensure Health, Safety and Environmental requirements are met and all risks are identified, monitored and managed.

Desired Experience & Qualification

Qualifications

• An Engineering or Project Management Degree/Diploma

Skills

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in a management role within the Renewable Energy Sector (Solar PV)
• Solid contractual and commercial background
• Good knowledge of technical aspects of a PV facility
• Computer literate (MS Office) with knowledge of MS Project and Prima Vera
• Strong leadership and management abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Client-centric with excellent relationship-building skills
• Effective decision-making and problem-solving skills

Package & Remuneration

Salary/Package

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