Senior Solar PV Project Leader | Durban Impact & Delivery

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Medical aid & retirement contributions

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Solar PV Project Manager to lead large-scale solar projects in South Africa, based in Durban. You will drive development through commissioning, coordinating budgets, schedules, procurement, and stakeholder engagement.

The role requires 6+ years PM experience with at least 4 years in solar PV, strong EPC understanding, and leadership capabilities. Travel across SA for project sites is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field; Master’s or PMP advantageous.
• Minimum of 6 years experience in project management, with at least 4 years in solar PV/renewable energy.
• Strong EPC contract understanding and ability to manage budgets, schedules and resources.

Responsibilities

• Manage full lifecycle of solar PV projects from site selection to commissioning.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans including scope, schedule, and budget.
• Oversee EPC contractors and suppliers to ensure on-time, within-budget delivery and quality.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Solar PV knowledge

Budgeting & scheduling

Education

Engineering degree (Electrical/Mechanical/Civil)

Master's degree / PMP

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Solar PV Project Manager to lead large-scale solar projects in South Africa, based in Durban. You will drive development through commissioning, coordinating budgets, schedules, procurement, and stakeholder engagement.

The role requires 6+ years PM experience with at least 4 years in solar PV, strong EPC understanding, and leadership capabilities. Travel across SA for project sites is expected.