About the position
Where strategy meets site: lead the full lifecycle of flagship solar and storage builds. Is this you? What you'll be doing (and why you'll enjoy it) Where you'll be doing it What you'll need What you'll get How to apply?
You're a decisive, structured leader who takes full ownership of project outcomes. Calm under pressure, commercially astute and highly organised, you thrive on bringing multidisciplinary teams together to deliver technically complex projects on time and on budget. You build trust with clients through transparency and follow-through, and you're confident navigating contracts, risk and high-stakes decisions.
You'll lead Solar PV and BESS EPC projects across the C&I and small IPP sectors from contract award through to commercial operation. This includes managing execution plans, budgets, schedules and risk registers, coordinating engineering, procurement and construction teams, and ensuring compliance with technical, safety and quality standards. You'll oversee cost control, cash flow forecasting, change management and claims processes, administer EPC and subcontractor contracts, and act as the primary client interface. From site mobilisation through to commissioning and COD, you'll ensure seamless delivery, accurate reporting and strong governance across every phase.
Our client is a leading pan-African renewable energy project developer and EPC specialist operating since 2008. With hundreds of solar and battery installations across commercial, industrial, agricultural and mining sectors, they combine engineering depth with innovative funding models to deliver reliable, cost-effective energy solutions. Their integrated capability spans development, financing, construction, operations and long-term asset management. Backed by strong investment partners, they are known for delivery excellence, long-term partnerships and a collaborative, high-performance culture.
A relevant degree or technical diploma, with 5-8 years' experience managing medium-to-large EPC projects in renewable energy, power or industrial infrastructure. Proven experience delivering C&I or small IPP Solar PV/BESS projects to COD is essential. PMP, PRINCE2 or similar certification is advantageous. Strong financial, contractual (FIDIC/NEC exposure beneficial), and cost control expertise is required, along with proficiency in MS Project, advanced Excel and document management systems. A valid driver's licence and willingness to travel are essential.
A senior delivery leadership role in a respected renewable energy business shaping Africa's clean energy landscape. You'll manage technically advanced hybrid projects within a values-driven organisation that prioritises accountability, collaboration and innovative thinking. Salary is market-related and aligned with experience.
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Desired Skills:
- Electrical Engineering
- Project Management
- Contract Management
- Management
- Leadership/Management Skills
- BESS
- Solar PV
- hybrid
- Decision Making
- C&I
- IPP
- EPC
- COD
- Quality Management
- Compliance
- Conflict Handling
- Safety Management
- subcontractor management
- orgainse
- cost control
- procure
- change management
- commercial operations
- construction
- budgeting
- renewable energy
- PMP
- MS Projects
- FIDIC/NEC
- PRINCE2
Desired Work Experience:
- 5 to 10 years
Desired Qualification Level:
- Degree
