Solar Project Manager

Aim: To have subordinates such as Electrician - Solar Technician Solar Junior Technician - Solar

Employment Specification

Education & Experience (minimum requirements to perform the job)

School:

• Matric

Post School:

• Electrical Engineer Degree/B Tech or similar (must have practical experience) AND / OR
• Qualified Electrician with Wiremans License (must be excellent communicator)
• Management Development programme will be advantageous

Job Related:

• Valid Unendorsed Code 08 Drivers License
• Excellent computer skills (incl. Microsoft)

Experience:

• Day-to-day operational and business management
• Project Management and Planning
• Design work
• Managing a team of people will happen in the future
• Solid knowledge and understanding of procurement processes, and systems
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of electrical design and maintenance processes
• Solar systems and installation experience will be needed.

Required competencies to meet the job outcomes:

• Fluent in English
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Interpersonal relationship skills
• Excellent self-management
• Expert knowledge of electrical reticulation and wiring
• Planning and follow through of all work-related activities
• Ability to analyse problems and strategize for better solutions
• Ability to negotiate, establish, and administer contracts
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
• Accurate and precise attention to detail
• Ability to work well with management and staff at all levels
• Goal-oriented, organized team player
• Certificate of medical fitness

• A reasonable amount of time will be spent out of the office
• Physical demands are those required to work on a construction site and/or existing facility, when necessary.
• Must be able to work at heights, when necessary.
• Drive a motor vehicle according to standards on public roads.
• A regular amount of overtime and standby duties to be performed, including the requirement to work on weekends when the project require such.
• The work is performed inside and outside buildings.

• The management of the solar department and all its functions, including but not limited to client interaction and planning, designing, procuring and installing solar solutions to prospective clients
• Estimating and establishing cost parameters and budgets for purchases
• Maintain accurate records of purchases and pricing
• Create and maintain good relationships with vendors/suppliers
• Create and maintain good relationships with customers
• Making professional decisions in a fast-paced environment
• Maintain records of COCs and other important data
• Review and analyze all vendors/suppliers, supply, and price options
• Develop plans for purchasing equipment, services, and supplies
• Negotiate the best deal for pricing and supply contracts
• Ensure that the products and supplies are high quality
• Oversee projects and ensure high quality standards at met
• Create and maintain inventory of all incoming and current supplies
• Maintain and update list of suppliers and their qualifications, delivery times, and potential future development
• Working with team members to complete duties as needed
• Ensure the Company complies with Health & Safety requirements

General

This Job Specification indicates only the main duties and responsibilities of the position and therefore is not intended as an exhaustive list.