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Johannesburg: Senior Project Manager Lead Johannesburg posted by Datafin

Johannesburg: Senior Project Manager Lead Johannesburg posted by Datafin

Posted on 2025-07-31 00:00:00

Employer Datafin
Category Other IT/Computer
Location Gauteng  / Johannesburg

Job Summary

Senior Project Manager Lead – JohannesburgProduct/Project management
Johannesburg – Gauteng – South Africa

ENVIRONMENT:
Be part of something powerful! A fast-growing Solar Consultancy is on the hunt for a dynamic and experienced Senior Project Manager to take the lead on cutting-edge solar PV projects across South Africa. In this high-impact role, you’ll act as the Principal Agent/Owners Engineer, driving projects across all sectors from concept to completion. You’ll play a key role in both early-stage development and feasibility, shaping the future of renewable energy in the region. To thrive in this role, you’ll need a technical qualification (BSc Eng, BTech, or PMP Certification) and at least 5 years of hands-on experience in project or construction management within the engineering, renewable energy, or built environment sectors. If you’re ready to lead with purpose, this is your moment. This role is based in Johannesburg with national travel expected.
DUTIES:
  • Lead the full solar PV project lifecycle, from feasibility through to construction and commissioning
  • Manage multiple solar PV projects acting as Principal Agent / Owners Engineer
  • Coordinate project meetings, milestone tracking, and contractor claims
  • Conduct site visits for feasibility assessments and construction quality checks
  • Support the commercial team with feasibility assessments, including site inspections, layout reviews, and Capex modelling.
  • Review detailed designs, drawings, datasheets, and calculations
  • Ensure compliance with project specs, local standards, and contractual obligations
  • Liaise with client-side professionals (QSs, architects, engineers)
  • Participate in contract negotiations and supplier due diligence
  • Lead EPC tendering, evaluation, and supplier selection
  • Track key project deliverables and update internal systems
  • Produce technical and construction progress reports
  • Capture and document lessons learned and best practices
REQUIREMENTS:
Minimum Requirements:
Essential:
Technical qualification: BSc Eng, B Tech, or PMP Certification
  • Minimum 5 years experience in project management or construction management within the engineering, renewable energy, or built environment sectors
  • Confident presenter and stakeholder manager
Preferred / Advantageous:
  • Solar PV engineering or EPC experience, especially in the C&I market
  • Electrical qualification or Wiremans License
  • Experience with JBCC Minor Works or Principal Building Agreements
  • Familiarity with PV system components (electrical & mechanical)
  • Solar PV design or draughting experience
  • Google Workspace proficiency
  • Experience in consultancy, Lenders TA, Owners Engineering, or Construction Monitoring
ATTRIBUTES:
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Detail-oriented, proactive, and self-managing
  • Able to operate independently while collaborating with internal teams
  • Adaptable to the rapidly evolving landscape of renewable energy in South Africa
  • A great communicator with a passion for clean energy solutions
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