Senior Solar PV Project Leader – Cape Town

Placements24; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 1,500,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive salary package

Health insurance & retirement savings

Travel allowances & site accommodation

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Cape Town is seeking a highly motivated Lead Solar PV Project Manager to drive large-scale solar initiatives from inception to handover. You will lead cross-functional teams, manage budgets, schedules and safety standards, and engage with investors, government agencies, and local communities to accelerate renewable energy deployment in the Western Cape.

Join a dynamic team focused on delivering high-impact solar projects, ensuring quality, safety and timely delivery while

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• 10+ years in project management with solar PV or renewable energy focus.
• Proven track record delivering large-scale energy projects with multi-million Rand budgets.
• Strong leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Willingness to travel for site visits and meetings.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all phases of solar PV project development from site assessment to construction.
• Develop and manage detailed project plans, budgets, and schedules.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams of engineers, contractors, and consultants.
• Manage stakeholder relationships with investors, government, and communities.
• Ensure safety, environmental, and quality standards compliance.
• Mitigate risks to ensure project success in Cape Town.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Stakeholder engagement

Risk management

Solar PV knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction Management or related field

PMP certification

Job description

Placements24 in Cape Town is seeking a highly motivated Lead Solar PV Project Manager to drive large-scale solar initiatives from inception to handover. You will lead cross-functional teams, manage budgets, schedules and safety standards, and engage with investors, government agencies, and local communities to accelerate renewable energy deployment in the Western Cape.

Join a dynamic team focused on delivering high-impact solar projects, ensuring quality, safety and timely delivery while