Project Director – Solar PV

1 week ago

Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa Communicate Ct Full time R1 000 000 - R2 500 000 per year
We're looking for a high-impact Project Director to lead a major Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage project powering critical infrastructure. This role owns the full project lifecycle — strategy, delivery, budget, risk, and stakeholder management — while guiding multidisciplinary teams to deliver safely, profitably, and on schedule.

Job Description:
  • Lead project strategy, governance, and high-level decision-making
  • Manage full P&L, forecasting, commercial risk, and NEC contract processes
  • Oversee engineering, design integration, and all EPC interfaces
  • Drive safety, quality, and environmental excellence
  • Build and motivate a high-performing project team
  • Act as the executive point of contact for the client, funders, and regulators
  • Resolve risks early and keep delivery on track using data-driven tools
Skills & Experience:
  • Minimum 10+ years managing large EPC or renewable-energy projects (20 MW+ ideal)
  • Strong NEC contract and claims-management experience
  • Proven financial, commercial, and risk-management capability
  • Expert stakeholder and team-leadership skills
Qualification:
  • Engineering degree (Electrical/Mechanical/Civil/Industrial)
  • Postgrad in Project Management/Business preferred
  • Professionally Registered
Only South African Residents or individuals with a relevant South African work permit will be considered

Contact MALIEKA DAWOOD on , quoting the Ref: CTE027401.
 
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