Project Manager

Our client within the Renewable Energy Sector is searching for a Project Manager in Somerset-West.

Role Requirements:

• Qualified Project Manager or Quantity Surveyor with PM experience
• Minimum 5 years' experience in a similar role
• Solar PV in the C&I sector and electrical knowledge required
• Great team leadership skills

Legal Liability:

• Excellent understanding of Civils / Constructions / Quantity Surveying processes
• Good understanding of finance management on a project
• Ability to communicate well with all stakeholders (written and verbal)

Key Responsibilities:

• Liaise with the engineering team to ensure the technical and legal compliance of the Solar PV System is adhered to
• Populate the project program that will be shared with clients and internally, ensuring that production on site aligns with the project program
• Oversee and manage sub-contractors and other vendors to meet the required standards as per EPC contract
• Review the EPC contract with the team and ensure that design, construction, and specifications align with the client's expectations
• Ensure each project finishes on time and on budget while respecting governing legislation of the Republic of South Africa or abroad
• Develop and maintain project timelines, identify critical paths, and key milestones for the project's success
• Communicate with utilities and authorities regarding interconnection, permitting, and other legal compliance, including but not limited to the SSEG Application
• Identify sources of potential problems and proactively take preventive measures to avoid project risks, determining response actions to mitigate negative impact
• Ensure that all materials populated in the Bill of Quantity (BOQ) arrive on time and are in line with the company's budget and quality
• At the end of each project, present a post-mortem analysis in terms of timeline & budget and compile the handover pack to the client
• Oversee the Project Team leader, Solar Installers, Casuals, and Sub-Contractors
• Provide non-conforming reports detailing issues on site and their impact on budget and timeline
• Compile weekly project reports and hand them over to the Head of Projects / Managing Director and Finance Manager
• Train and mentor Solar Foremen and Technicians
• Complete any additional ad hoc tasks requested by Senior Management