Construction Manager EOR in Africa
Got more than 4 years of experience as a C&I-Scale Construction Manager in the renewable energy industry? Yes?
Well, this job is for you! Our client is looking for a Solar PV Construction Manager who knows that technical excellence and project execution are the keys to success. This is your opportunity to lead projects ranging from 20kW to +4 MW in Kenya. Sound interesting?
As the key player on-site, you’ll be at the forefront of construction, ensuring each project runs like clockwork and adheres to the highest standards of safety, quality, and efficiency and ensuring that all projects adhere to ISO9001 and ISO45001 compliance during construction. You’ll work alongside a collaborative team of engineers and project managers, and oversee the installation, testing and commissioning of Solar PV Systems. You will also be responsible for supporting business development by improving construction processes and efficiencies.
The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of Solar PV systems, electrical installations and construction processes, be a quick thinker who can troubleshoot on-site challenges and ensure quality control and compliance throughout the project.
Ready to construct the future and energize Africa’s growth? Apply Now!!
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EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
- A minimum qualification of an Engineering degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Electro-Mechanical, Civil, or Structural Engineering
- Registered with a National governing board (e.g., Engineers Board of Kenya)
- Must hold an EPRA legitimate T3 License for managing solar systems below 11 kV
- An Electrical Wireman License Class C1 or higher
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
- 3+ years in managing renewable energy construction projects
- Experience in managing Commercial & Industrial (C&I) projects of up to 3 MW
- Proficiency in managing Low Voltage and Medium Voltage Lines and systems
- Experience in interpreting engineering drawings and executing on construction sites
- Knowledge of Energy Storage Systems (ESS) and system integration of various power sources
- Prior experience with large-scale solar installations
- Experience in ensuring ISO9001 & ISO45001 compliance
RESPONSIBILITIES
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
- Maintain construction schedules and ensure timely completion of all tasks
- Manage subcontractor scope of work and ensure deliverables are met
- Coordinate with project managers and engineers to ensure alignment with project goals
- Assist in the project handover to the Operations & Maintenance (O&M) department as per the procedure
QUALITY CONTROL & COMPLIANCE
- Ensure adherence to project quality control standards and regulatory requirements
- Monitor and report construction quality to the appointed Project and Technical Managers
- Ensure compliance with ISO9001 and ISO45001 during construction phases
- Ensure all construction works meet safety and health site requirements
TEAM LEADERSHIP & RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT
- Manage relationships with subcontractors and internal technicians
- Provide leadership to construction teams, ensuring high performance and adherence to timelines
DESIGN & ENGINEERING SUPPORT
- Assist in the design of solar PV energy systems on an ad-hoc basis
- Implement construction in alignment with engineering designs, both mechanical and electrical
OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY
- Monitor and address operations and maintenance issues on all sites under Service Level Agreements (SLA)
- Provide insights and feedback on project learnings for continuous improvement in future projects
SKILLS
- Strong leadership and team management abilities
- Excellent communication skills
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Ability to delegate, prioritise tasks, and motivate the team
- Attention to detail
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings
- Risk management foresight
- Transparent planning