Remote Renewable Energy Program Lead

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

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Competitive salary + bonuses

Home office setup support

Professional development programs

Generous annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Renewable Energy Project Manager to lead end-to-end solar, wind, and other renewable initiatives from inception to commissioning. You will operate in a remote setup, coordinating diverse teams across locations within South Africa and beyond.

The role requires 6+ years’ experience in project management, a degree in engineering or related field, and strong familiarity with MS Project, Primavera P6, and Asana. PMP certification is highly desirable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Project Management, or related field.
• PMP certification is highly desirable.
• Proven track record in managing renewable energy projects (solar, wind).
• Strong knowledge of project management software and methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all phases of renewable energy projects from planning through commissioning.
• Develop detailed project plans, schedules and budgets for timely delivery.
• Manage stakeholder relationships including clients, vendors, contractors, and regulators.
• Identify and mitigate project risks ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.
• Lead geographically dispersed project teams and monitor KPIs with senior management.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/PM or related

PMP certification desirable

Tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

Asana

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Renewable Energy Project Manager to lead end-to-end solar, wind, and other renewable initiatives from inception to commissioning. You will operate in a remote setup, coordinating diverse teams across locations within South Africa and beyond.

The role requires 6+ years’ experience in project management, a degree in engineering or related field, and strong familiarity with MS Project, Primavera P6, and Asana. PMP certification is highly desirable.