The Solar PV Construction Manager is required to manage all technical construction aspects of Solar PV projects within the Projects Department. He will be tasked to drive all construction works with construction teams/subcontractors and commissioning phases of a project. Once complete he will hand over all relevant technical project and commissioning documentation to the appointed Project Manager. He will assist with any business development requirements focused on continual improvement of the departments operations and efficiencies.The Construction Manager may also be tasked to assist the Engineering Department to complete designs relating to the renewable energy system to which he is appointed to manage. This however would only be required on an Adhoc basis.Furthermore, all planning responsibilities relating the project schedule must be maintained by the Construction Manager and communicated with internal management an ongoing basis. He will also be tasked with developing and maintaining quality control procedures on each project ensures the product meets Company standards.Continual visibility into latest technological and product developments must be monitored to ensure the best solution can be offered to the client. He will also have to ensure projects are of high quality, in line with company standards and keep the construction teams on schedule with the project schedules.An in-depth understanding, and staying up to date with solar industry trends is also essential in this fast moving and dynamic industry.Responsibilities and DutiesMaintaining construction as per Project ScheduleProject Subcontractor scope of works managementProject construction/installation quality control. Report finding to appointed Project and Technical ManagerAdhere and maintain project Health and Safety site requirementsRelationship management of SubcontractorsInternal Technician management (if any allocated to your project)Subcontractor (electrical and mechanical) construction managementAssess, accept and give feedback on project engineering designsImplement project construction in line with engineering mechanical and electrical designsAssist in design of solar PV energy systemsAssist with physical installation/construction works where requiredAssist with any operations and maintenance issues on all sites under SLA with our CompanyDevelopment of department tools and documentsEnsure all ISO9001 and ISO45001 compliances are met during constructionEnsure codes and compliances of various installation sectors are metFeedback project learnings to the Engineering Department ensuring continual improvementAssist in handover of system to O&M department as per handover procedureWork with, and report to the appointed Project Manager on construction responsibilities layout aboveKnowledge, Skills and AttributesExcellent communication skillsMust have a can-do attitude.Ability to delegate tasksAbility to prioritize activitiesAbility to motivate his teamValue teamworkPossess great problem-solving skillsFlexible and transparent planningForesight into risk managementAbility to complete tasks and get the job doneAttention to detailAbility to understand and interpreter drawingsAbility identify and rectify issues on designPrevious large scale solar installations knowledge will be an advantage.A minimum of an electrical qualification with a valid Wiremans license is a Must Have
