Engineered Sourcing is partnering with a leading commercial & industrial (C&I) clean energy developer to appoint a highly experienced Senior Project Manager – Wheeling in South Africa.
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This is a strategic leadership role, responsible for the end -to -end delivery of wheeling and captive energy projects, ensuring they are executed safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest technical and regulatory standards.
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<\/b><\/div>Role Overview<\/b>
<\/div>As Senior Project Manager – Wheeling, you will be the primary point of accountability for:
<\/div>Full project lifecycle: initiation, planning, execution, and handover <\/span>
<\/li>Project organisation, schedule adherence, and budget management
<\/li>EPC and subcontractor management
<\/li>Compliance with South African regulations, utility requirements, and internal standards
<\/li>HSE leadership, quality assurance, and stakeholder satisfaction
<\/li>You will work closely with Business Development, Technical, Legal, Asset Management, O&M teams, as well as clients, utilities, and regulatory bodies.
<\/li><\/ul>Key Responsibilities<\/b>
<\/b><\/div>Project Initiation & Planning<\/b>
<\/div>Support Business Development during commercial negotiations, providing technical, financial, and construction -related input
<\/span><\/li>Source and evaluate EPC quotations; negotiate and finalise EPC contracts on favorable terms
<\/li>Support negotiation of PPAs and Lease Agreements with cross -functional teams
<\/li>Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, timelines, and resource plans
<\/li>Conduct Operational Risk Assessments (ORA) and implement mitigation strategies
<\/li>Contribute to project financial planning, including cashflow projections
<\/li>Review and align electrical, mechanical, and civil quality plans with technical teams
<\/li>Secure all necessary permits and licenses (e.g. NERSA, distribution companies, utilities) in line with South African regulations
<\/li><\/ul>Project Execution & Delivery<\/b>
<\/div>Lead execution of EPC contracts, coordinating internal stakeholders and third -party contractors
<\/span><\/li>Implement robust project management tools and methodologies to control scope, time, cost, and quality
<\/li>Manage change control processes for scope, schedule, and budget, ensuring timely approvals
<\/li>Collaborate with Technical teams on design reviews, structural calculations, and quality plan implementation
<\/li>Monitor construction progress, budget performance, and HSE compliance; prepare accurate status and KPI reports
<\/li>Drive a strong HSE culture on -site and support internal and external audits
<\/li>Maintain complete and auditable project documentation (reports, inspections, risk registers, approvals)
<\/li><\/ul>Project Closure & Handover<\/b>
<\/div>Oversee commissioning activities and ensure full commissioning documentation from EPC contractors
<\/span><\/li>Finalise all construction documentation and manage a smooth handover to Asset Management and O&M teams
<\/li>Conduct post -project reviews, including performance analysis and lessons learned
<\/li>Monitor customer satisfaction post -handover and address any outstanding issues
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Requirements<\/h3>
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or a related technical field
<\/span><\/li>Minimum 8 years’ experience in managerial roles on construction/EPC projects
<\/li>Demonstrable experience in wheeling projects and utility approval processes
<\/li>Experience in captive energy or PV power plant projects
<\/li>Strong familiarity with South African energy regulations and utility interfaces
<\/li>Experience working in multinational, matrixed environments
<\/li>High awareness of cultural, legal, and regulatory diversity
<\/b><\/li><\/ul>Preferred<\/b>
<\/div>Project management certifications: PMP, PRINCE2 or equivalent
<\/span><\/li>Previous experience in renewable energy project management, particularly solar PV
<\/li><\/ul>Skills & Competencies<\/b>
<\/span><\/div>In -depth knowledge of HSE regulations and quality standards
<\/span><\/li>Strong commercial and financial acumen (budgeting, financial analysis, cost control)
<\/li>Advanced negotiation skills with clients, EPCs, subcontractors, vendors, authorities, and utilities
<\/li>Proven leadership and team management capabilities
<\/li>Strong problem -solving and decision -making skills under pressure
<\/li>Ability to manage multiple, complex projects simultaneously in a fast -paced environment
<\/li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management software/tools
<\/li>Excellent English communication skills (written and verbal)
<\/li><\/ul>Why Consider This Role?<\/b>
<\/b><\/div>Lead high -impact renewable energy projects that support decarbonization and energy security in South Africa
<\/span><\/li>Gain deep exposure to wheeling frameworks, PPAs, and utility interfaces
<\/li>Work closely with experienced multidisciplinary teams across engineering, commercial, and operations
<\/li>Play a visible role in scaling commercial & industrial clean energy solutions
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Benefits<\/h3>
21 working days of paid annual vacation.<\/span>
<\/li>Private health care for you and your dependents
<\/li>Reimbursement of business expenses and travel costs
<\/li>Corporate Connectivity / Mobile Allowance
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