Solar Project Lead

Job Location: Accepting applicants willing to work in our offices either in Cebu, Makati or Malvar, Batangas.

Employment Type: 1 Year Fixed-Term employment contract

Job Purpose: The Solar Project Lead ensures the successful execution and delivery of solar power projects by overseeing end-to-end project management and design activities, and by maintaining alignment with EPC partners to meet agreed-upon timelines, quality and safety standards; and performance goals 

Job Responsibilities:

• Site Assessment and Feasibility Studies
  • Coordinate site assessments and feasibility studies
  • Ensure that site conditions are suitable for solar power plant development.
• Solar Energy System Knowledge:
  • Possess a deep understanding of solar energy systems and technologies 
  • Oversee the design, installation, and commissioning of solar power systems.
• Construction Oversight
  • Oversee the construction of the solar power plant, ensuring that work is performed according to plans and specifications.
  • Coordinate with contractors and subcontractors
• Commissioning and Testing
  • Oversee the commissioning and testing of the solar power plant.
  • Ensure that the plant operates efficiently and meets performance targets.
• Project Planning and Execution
  • Develop and maintain detailed project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
  • Oversee all project phases from initiation to completion, ensuring adherence to schedules and budgets.
  • Manage project scope, ensuring that all deliverables are met.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field
• Licensed Engineer
• At least 5 years of project management experience in solar energy projects, including ground-mounted and/or rooftop solar installations
• Strong understanding of solar PV systems design, construction, and operations 
• Proven experience in end-to-end project execution, including permitting, procurement, construction, commissioning, and handover
• Familiarity with working alongside or managing EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) contractors 
• Solid knowledge of grid connection standards, electrical safety codes, and renewable energy regulations
• Proficient in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera) and able to manage schedules, budgets, and risks
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to coordinate across engineering, construction, and regulatory teams