Remote Project Manager - Renewable Energy Sourcing

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Flexible working hours

Professional development opportunities

Competitive contract rate

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Project Manager to lead renewable energy sourcing and development initiatives in South Africa, with initial focus around Upington, Northern Cape. The role requires steering projects from inception to execution in a fully remote setup.

You will conduct feasibility studies, manage permitting, and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders while ensuring schedule, budget, and risk controls are in place.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or environmental science is required.
• Master's degree is advantageous.
• 7+ years in project management, with 4+ years in renewable energy development.
• Experience with site selection, permitting, and environmental impact assessments.
• Strong knowledge of SA energy market and regulatory frameworks.
• Proficient with MS Project or Primavera P6 and remote collaboration tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end renewable energy sourcing and development projects.
• Conduct feasibility studies and site assessments.
• Manage permitting at national, provincial, and local levels.
• Develop project plans including scope, schedules, budgets, and risk management.
• Coordinate with internal teams, external consultants, legal advisors, and community stakeholders.
• Identify and mitigate risks in remote development settings.
• Provide progress reports to senior management and sponsors.
• Drive continuous improvement in project methodologies and development processes.

Skills

Remote leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Negotiation

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Environmental Science

Master's degree advantageous

Tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

Remote collaboration tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a pioneering firm in sustainable energy solutions, is actively seeking an experienced Remote Project Manager to lead critical projects focused on sourcing and developing new renewable energy assets. This is a fully remote position, ideal for a self-motivated professional who can manage complex projects from inception to execution without requiring a physical office presence. The focus will be on identifying viable locations, conducting feasibility studies, managing permitting processes, and overseeing the initial stages of development for solar, wind, or other renewable energy projects across South Africa, with initial efforts potentially focused around the Upington, Northern Cape region. If you have a strong background in project management within the energy sector and excel in a remote work environment, this opportunity offers significant impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end project management of renewable energy sourcing and development initiatives.
• Conduct thorough feasibility studies, site assessments, and resource analysis for potential energy projects.
• Manage the complex permitting and regulatory approval processes at national, provincial, and local levels.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, schedules, budgets, and risk management strategies for the development phase.
• Coordinate and collaborate with internal technical teams, external consultants, legal advisors, and community stakeholders.
• Proactively identify and mitigate risks associated with project development, land acquisition, and regulatory compliance in a remote setting.
• Manage project documentation, ensuring accuracy and completeness for all development stages.
• Provide regular, detailed progress reports and performance updates to senior management and project sponsors.
• Drive continuous improvement in project methodologies and development processes for remote execution.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Civil), Environmental Science, or a related field.
• A Master's degree or relevant certifications are advantageous.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in project management, with at least 4 years specifically focused on renewable energy project development (solar, wind, etc.).
• Demonstrated success in managing projects involving site selection, permitting, environmental impact assessments, and early-stage development.
• Strong understanding of the renewable energy market, regulatory frameworks, and financing structures in South Africa.
• Exceptional remote leadership, communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency with project management software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera P6) and remote collaboration tools.
• Ability to work autonomously, manage time effectively, and maintain high productivity in a remote work environment.
• Experience with land acquisition and community engagement processes is a plus.
• While remote, familiarity with the energy landscape in regions like the Northern Cape is beneficial.

Benefits

• Fully remote work arrangement offering extensive flexibility.
• Competitive contract rate commensurate with experience and project success.
• Opportunity to contribute significantly to South Africa's renewable energy goals.
• Work on high-impact, large-scale sustainable energy projects.
• Access to professional development and networking opportunities in the green energy sector.
• Flexible working hours to accommodate different time zones if necessary.
• Potential for long-term engagement based on project scope and performance.