Key details
Quick facts about this role
Location
Johannesburg, Gauteng
Work mode
On-site
Compensation
R 60 000 - R 70 000 per month
Posted
09 Sept 2026
Closes
09 Oct 2026
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Project Manager - Renewables - Johannesburg
Role Overview
We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead renewable energy projects from planning through completion from a Johannesburg office. The role requires strong project management, commercial, contractual and stakeholder-management experience within renewable energy, EPC, construction or infrastructure.
Responsibilities
- Lead the planning, execution, monitoring and close-out of renewable energy projects.
- Manage project schedules, budgets, resources and reporting.
- Coordinate multidisciplinary teams, contractors, consultants and clients.
- Manage project risks and implement mitigation strategies.
- Ensure contractual, regulatory, quality and HSE compliance.
- Monitor project progress and report to key stakeholders.
- Support procurement, commissioning and project handover.
- Drive project performance and continuous improvement.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management or a related field.
- Eight to ten years' project management experience.
- Experience in renewable energy, EPC, construction or infrastructure.
- Proven delivery experience across Solar PV, Wind Energy and/or BESS projects.
- Strong project controls, scheduling, risk management, commercial and contract-management experience.
- Leadership, decision-making, stakeholder management, planning, problem-solving and communication skills.
- Willingness to travel to project sites as required.