Project Director

3 days ago


Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa EOR in Africa Full time

We're on the lookout for an experienced Project Director to lead the delivery of an exciting utility-scale solar project in Zambia. The project is happening on the ground in Zambia, but we're open to applications from anywhere in the world – especially if you have the right renewable energy experience and a passion for making a real impact.

This isn't your typical infrastructure role. We're specifically looking for someone who's worked on renewable energy projects (ideally solar PV) and has a strong background in project development or senior project leadership. You'll need to think beyond construction – we want someone who can see six months ahead, spot risks before they become problems, and keep everything moving in the right direction.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering or a related technical field
  • Additional qualifications in project management or finance would be advantageous

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

  • Minimum 7+ years of experience leading renewable energy projects, ideally solar PV
  • Proven experience in project development, project leadership or project director roles
  • Experience delivering projects in Africa or other emerging markets highly desirable
  • Familiarity with EPC contracts, project financing documentation, budget and schedule control
  • Track record of successfully managing large multidisciplinary teams and stakeholder relationships
  • Experience working with utilities or energy authorities is a strong advantage

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Lead the project from financial close to commercial operation and handover
  • Build and manage a high-performance internal and external project team
  • Oversee commercial, legal, environmental, and social workstreams across the project
  • Maintain key relationships with contractors, sponsors, lenders, and regulatory authorities
  • Proactively manage project risks, timelines, reporting, and compliance
  • Ensure quality assurance and smooth transition into operations phase
  • Regular travel to Zambia for stakeholder engagement and project oversight

SKILLS

  • Strong leadership and project management skills
  • Forward-thinking and strategic planning capability
  • Excellent commercial, legal, and technical acumen
  • Confident communicator and relationship manager
  • Comfortable working in cross-cultural and remote team environments
  • Proficient in MS Project, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
  • Fluency in English (spoken and written)
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