Construction Manager

About the role

The company, an established renewable energy business, is looking for an experienced Construction Manager to lead the delivery of utility‑scale renewable energy projects in Limpopo, South Africa. The role covers the full construction lifecycle from site establishment through commissioning, ensuring safety, schedule, budget and quality targets are met.

Key responsibilities

• Lead construction execution for utility‑scale renewable energy projects.
• Manage site teams, supervisors, subcontractors and construction personnel.
• Coordinate civil, structural, mechanical and electrical construction activities.
• Monitor project schedules, budgets and resource allocation.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental and quality standards.
• Manage contractor performance and resolve construction‑related issues.
• Oversee progress reporting, stakeholder communication and project controls.
• Deliver substations, grid connections and associated infrastructure.
• Support commissioning and project handover activities.

Required profile

• Degree in Civil, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• 10–15 years of construction management experience.
• At least 5 years delivering utility‑scale renewable energy projects.
• Proven experience managing EPC construction on large infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of solar PV construction methodologies.
• Experience with substations, electrical infrastructure and grid integration.
• Professional registration through SACPCMP or PMP certification.
• Permanent residency or South African citizenship.

Required skills

• Solar PV construction
• EPC construction management
• Civil, structural, mechanical and electrical construction
• Substation construction
• Grid integration