Senior Solar Energy Project Manager

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Generous annual leave

Performance-based bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Senior Solar Energy Project Manager to lead a portfolio of renewable energy projects in a fully remote capacity. The role oversees the complete project lifecycle from feasibility through construction, commissioning, and handover, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery with the highest quality standards.

You will coordinate dispersed teams, manage EPC contractors and stakeholders, and drive performance metrics across multiple regions, delivering significant

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field; PMP certification is essential.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in project management, with at least 5 years focused on solar energy projects.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering utility-scale or commercial solar projects on time and within budget.
• Strong understanding of solar PV technology, electrical systems, and construction methodologies.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Experience working in a fully remote environment and managing distributed teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and closure of multiple solar energy projects from inception to completion.
• Develop detailed project plans, including scope, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Manage project risks, issues, and stakeholder communications effectively.
• Oversee EPC contractors, suppliers, and consultants to ensure project milestones are met.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, permits, and environmental standards.
• Monitor project performance, track key metrics, and provide regular progress reports to senior management.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Communication

Risk management

Solar energy knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction

PMP certification

Tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a seasoned Senior Solar Energy Project Manager to lead and manage a portfolio of renewable energy projects remotely. This role is critical for overseeing the entire lifecycle of solar energy developments, from initial feasibility studies through to construction, commissioning, and handover. You will be responsible for ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards, leveraging your expertise in project management and the solar energy sector. This is a unique opportunity to drive significant advancements in renewable energy deployment across various regions, working from a remote setting and collaborating with distributed teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and closure of multiple solar energy projects from inception to completion.
• Develop detailed project plans, including scope, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Manage project risks, issues, and stakeholder communications effectively.
• Oversee EPC contractors, suppliers, and consultants to ensure project milestones are met.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, permits, and environmental standards.
• Monitor project performance, track key metrics, and provide regular progress reports to senior management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field; PMP certification is essential.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in project management, with at least 5 years focused on solar energy projects.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering utility-scale or commercial solar projects on time and within budget.
• Strong understanding of solar PV technology, electrical systems, and construction methodologies.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Experience working in a fully remote environment and managing distributed teams.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and potential for performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous annual leave and paid public holidays.
• Opportunity to shape the future of renewable energy on a large scale.