Project Manager - Renewable Energy Consultancy

Introduction

We are currently seeking experienced Project Managers – Renewable Energy to join a leading independent renewable energy consultancy, with opportunities available in Johannesburg and Cape Town
.

The successful candidates will manage portfolios of Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage (BESS) construction projects
, acting in the capacity of Principal Agent / Owner’s Engineer and taking full ownership of projects from contractor appointment through construction, commissioning and close-out.

Description

These are hands‑on project management positions requiring strong technical, commercial, construction and stakeholder management capabilities
.

The Project Managers will be accountable for delivering multiple renewable energy projects safely, on programme, within budget and to the required quality standards
, while effectively managing contractors, consultants, professional teams and senior client stakeholders.

• Manage multiple Solar PV and BESS projects across the full construction lifecycle
• Take ownership of project programme, cost, quality and risk
• Act as Principal Agent / Owner’s Engineer
• Coordinate contractors, consultants and professional teams
• Manage JBCC and EPC contracts
• Manage instructions, variations, claims and payment certificate recommendations
• Monitor project programmes, budgets and commercial performance
• Identify delays and implement appropriate recovery strategies
• Manage technical, commercial and construction risks
• Review designs, drawings, calculations and technical documentation
• Conduct site inspections and oversee quality assurance
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, legislation and applicable standards
• Lead client and project meetings
• Coordinate commissioning, snagging and practical completion
• Manage project close‑out and handover
• Maintain accurate project reporting and documentation
• Drive continuous improvement across project delivery

• BSc/BEng, BTech, National Diploma or equivalent Built Environment qualification strongly preferred
• PMP certification advantageous
• Electrical qualification or Wireman’s Licence advantageous
• ECSA, SACPCMP or similar professional registration advantageous

Experience & Requirements

• Minimum 3 years’ development/construction Project Management or Principal Agent experience
• Construction contract administration experience essential
• EPC project experience strongly preferred
• Solar PV, BESS, electrical or related infrastructure experience highly advantageous
• JBCC contract knowledge strongly preferred
• Consultancy, Owner’s Engineer, Lenders TA or Construction Monitoring experience advantageous
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects
• Strong technical, commercial and stakeholder management skills
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities
• Valid driver’s licence
• Willingness to travel regularly to project sites across South Africa

Negotiable