Solar PV Construction Manager

Communicate Recruitment; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a hands-on Solar PV Construction Manager to lead the on-site delivery of solar projects across South Africa. This role involves managing construction teams, subcontractors, and ensuring quality and safety compliance throughout the project lifecycle. Candidates should possess strong leadership skills, a valid Wireman’s License, and a solid understanding of solar PV installations. Experience in renewable energy construction is essential. Applicants must be South African residents or possess a valid work permit.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and site management skills are essential.
• Proven understanding of Solar PV installations required.
• Experience with commercial or utility-scale PV projects is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the on-site construction for Solar PV projects.
• Manage subcontractors and ensure compliance with quality and safety standards.
• Review drawings and support project commissioning and handover.

Skills

Leadership skills

Site management skills

Understanding of Solar PV installations

Ability to read drawings

Detail-oriented mindset

Education

NDip / Trade Electrical

Valid Wireman’s License

Renewable energy construction experience

Job description

SUMMARY

We’re looking for a hands‑on Solar PV Construction Manager to lead on‑site delivery of solar projects across South Africa. You’ll manage construction teams, subcontractors, quality, and safety and ensuring projects are delivered on time and to standard.

POSITION INFO

• Lead on‑site construction for Solar PV projects
• Manage electrical & mechanical subcontractors
• Keep projects on schedule and to spec
• Ensure quality, safety (OHSA), and SANS compliance
• Review drawings and support commissioning & handover
• Report progress to the Project Manager

Skills & Experience

• Strong leadership and site management skills
• Solid understanding of Solar PV installations
• Ability to read and interpret drawings
• Detail‑driven, proactive, and solution‑focused
• Experience on commercial or utility‑scale PV projects (advantageous)

Qualification

• NDip / Trade Electrical
• Valid Wireman’s License (essential)
• Renewable energy construction experience

Only South African Residents or individuals with a relevant South African work permit will be considered