Renewable Energy Project Manager

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 850,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Performance bonuses

Upington projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly motivated Renewable Energy Project Manager to spearhead critical projects in the sustainable energy sector. You will oversee development and execution of solar, wind, or other renewable energy installations in the Upington area and beyond.

Responsibilities include site assessment, permitting, construction, and commissioning, while managing budgets, timelines, and stakeholder relations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering required.
• Minimum 6 years of project management experience in renewable energy projects.
• Strong understanding of renewable energy technologies, market dynamics, and regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full project lifecycle for renewable energy installations, including planning, permitting, design, procurement, and construction.
• Develop and manage project budgets, ensuring financial viability and cost control.
• Create and maintain detailed project schedules, tracking progress and ensuring timely delivery of milestones.
• Coordinate with engineering teams, contractors, suppliers, and regulatory bodies to ensure seamless project execution.
• Conduct site feasibility studies and risk assessments for potential renewable energy projects.
• Ensure all projects comply with safety regulations, environmental standards, and company policies.

Skills

Project management

Renewable energy

Stakeholder management

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly motivated Renewable Energy Project Manager to spearhead critical projects in the sustainable energy sector. This role offers the unique opportunity to manage the development and execution of solar, wind, or other renewable energy installations, contributing to a greener future. You will oversee projects from site assessment and permitting through to construction and commissioning, managing budgets, timelines, and stakeholder relations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management and a passion for renewable energy, driving impactful projects within the Upington region and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full project lifecycle for renewable energy installations, including planning, permitting, design, procurement, and construction.
• Develop and manage project budgets, ensuring financial viability and cost control.
• Create and maintain detailed project schedules, tracking progress and ensuring timely delivery of milestones.
• Coordinate with engineering teams, contractors, suppliers, and regulatory bodies to ensure seamless project execution.
• Conduct site feasibility studies and risk assessments for potential renewable energy projects.
• Ensure all projects comply with safety regulations, environmental standards, and company policies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Civil) or a related field; advanced degrees are a plus.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in project management, with a strong focus on renewable energy projects (solar, wind, etc.).
• Proven track record of successfully managing complex energy infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of renewable energy technologies, market dynamics, and regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in project management software and energy modeling tools is advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and substantial performance-based bonuses tied to project success.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge renewable energy projects in the Upington area.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with employer matching.
• A dynamic and mission-driven work environment focused on sustainability and innovation.