Senior Renewable Energy Project Manager

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual bonus

Medical cover

Retirement plan

Career growth

Impactful projects

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead renewable energy infrastructure in Mossel Bay, Western Cape. You will manage the full lifecycle from feasibility to commissioning, ensuring safety, regulatory compliance, and on-time delivery. The role demands strong leadership, budgeting, and stakeholder coordination.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in project management (4+ in renewables), an engineering degree, and PMP or equivalent certification. Travel to sites will be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of project management experience, with at least 4 years in renewable energy.
• Experience leading complex infrastructure projects from conception to completion.
• Strong knowledge of renewable energy technologies and regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency in project management software (MS Project, Primavera P6) and stakeholder coordination.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all phases of renewable energy projects (solar, wind) from feasibility to handover.
• Develop comprehensive project plans including scope, budgets, schedules, and risks.
• Ensure compliance with permits, regulations, and quality standards.
• Coordinate with internal teams, contractors, suppliers, and regulators.
• Monitor costs, manage project finances, and control budget adherence.
• Maintain robust safety standards and site health protocols.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

Job description

Placements24 seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead renewable energy infrastructure in Mossel Bay, Western Cape. You will manage the full lifecycle from feasibility to commissioning, ensuring safety, regulatory compliance, and on-time delivery. The role demands strong leadership, budgeting, and stakeholder coordination.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in project management (4+ in renewables), an engineering degree, and PMP or equivalent certification. Travel to sites will be required.