Copper Quail | Full time
PV Construction Manager
Nairobi Area, Kenya | Posted on 02/11/2025
Job Information
- Date Opened 02/11/2025
- Job Type Full time
- Industry Renewable Energy
- Salary 0
- City Nairobi Area
- State/Province Nairobi City
- Country Kenya
- Zip/Postal Code 00100
About Us
Copper Quail Global is your Human Capital Solutions Partner, with over 15 years of experience working across Africa. We are Recruitment Advisors specializing in Executive Search, Contingency Recruitment, Headhunting, Outsourced Employment and Training.
We have dedicated divisions and teams of industry experts that specialize in expatriate, diaspora and local recruitment across Africa, making Copper Quail the perfect partner of choice when choosing the right consultancy to partner with.
Job Description
Job Title: Solar PV Construction Manager
Job Overview:
We are seeking a skilled Solar PV Construction Manager to oversee the technical aspects of solar project construction. The role includes managing construction phases, quality control, and commissioning, culminating in the handover of all relevant project documentation. The manager will also contribute to business development by enhancing operational efficiencies and may assist in designing renewable energy systems on an ad hoc basis.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee and maintain construction timelines
- Manage subcontractor scopes and ensure quality installation standards
- Ensure adherence to health and safety standards on-site
- Maintain strong relationships with subcontractors and internal technicians
- Implement construction according to mechanical and electrical engineering designs
- Participate in the physical installation of solar PV systems as needed
- Address operations and maintenance issues for ongoing service agreements
- Develop tools and documents for the department
- Ensure compliance with ISO9001 and ISO45001 standards during construction
- Provide feedback for continual improvement in engineering practices
- Assist in project handover to the operations and maintenance department
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree
- At least 5 years of experience in construction management within the renewable energy sector
- In-depth knowledge of Energy Storage Systems (ESS)