Senior Renewable Energy Project Leader — Hybrid

Placements24

Vereeniging

Hybrid

ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Senior Project Manager to lead the development of large-scale solar and wind projects in and around Vereeniging, Gauteng. The role demands strategic thinking, a proven track record in concept-to-close delivery, and expertise in permits, PPAs, and budgets.

This hybrid role offers remote work with on-site collaboration in Vereeniging. You will drive site acquisition, stakeholder engagement, financial modeling, and EPC oversight, delivering projects on time,

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
Master's degree or MBA preferred.
Minimum of 10 years in project development with at least 5 years in renewable energy.
Experience in land acquisition, permitting, and stakeholder engagement.
Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

Lead all phases of renewable energy project development from feasibility to close.
Oversee land rights acquisition, permits, and regulatory approvals.
Build relationships with landowners, communities, and government bodies.
Negotiate PPAs and key project contracts.
Develop budgets, forecasts, and financial models.
Oversee EPC contractor selection and management.
Ensure on-time, on-budget delivery with high quality.
Conduct risk assessments and mitigation planning.
Prepare proposals and reports for senior management and investors.
Monitor market trends and policy changes affecting projects.