Solar Project Director

The Project Director oversees the full lifecycle of solar EPC projects, from market analysis and development to design, construction, and delivery. Key responsibilities include team leadership, supplier management, financial oversight, and strategic negotiation, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to high-quality standards.

What does a Project Director Do?

The Project Director in a solar EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) role is responsible for managing the entire lifecycle of solar projects, ensuring successful execution from initial market analysis to project completion. This role involves tracking market trends and securing new projects, conducting technical and financial due diligence, and leading the design and budgeting phases. The Project Director oversees supplier and subcontractor management, including negotiating contracts and service agreements, ensuring all parties meet the project’s technical and financial requirements.

A crucial aspect of the role is team leadership, where the Project Director hires, manages, and guides local teams to align with project goals and market conditions. The role also requires strategic negotiation with local and international partners to secure necessary resources and co-development agreements.

Financial management is another critical component, where the Project Director assesses project feasibility, manages the project’s profit and loss (P&L), and develops financial offers with senior management’s approval. Ultimately, the Project Director ensures that solar projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards, contributing significantly to the company’s growth and success.

 

Example Project Director Job Description

The Project Director leads the EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) operations for solar projects. The role involves overseeing the full lifecycle of solar projects, from market analysis and project development to design, construction, and final delivery. The Project Director will act as a key leader in the organization, ensuring successful project execution and contributing to the company’s strategic growth.

 

Responsibilities of a Solar Project Director

Market Monitoring

Track local markets, staying informed about upcoming tenders and advising on market trends.

Project Development

Assist in securing and developing new solar projects, including technical and financial due diligence, and provide support during the RFQ/RFP processes.

Design & Budgeting

Oversee the preliminary and final design stages, manage communication with suppliers, and approve design packages and budgets.

Supplier & Subcontractor Management

Evaluate and approve contracts and service agreements with local and international suppliers and subcontractors.

Team Leadership

Hire, lead, and manage local teams, including overseeing administrative aspects and ensuring alignment with local market conditions and regulatory frameworks.

Financial Management

Assess the technical and financial feasibility of projects, manage the project-specific P&L, and develop financial offers with approval from senior management.

Strategic Negotiation

Negotiate with local and international partners, co-development agreements, and equipment suppliers to ensure project feasibility and successful execution.

Required qualifications and certifications for a Project Director

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, or Industrial Engineering. Postgraduate studies in Economics or Project Management are advantageous.
  • Minimum of 8 years in solar park construction, with proven expertise in managing EPC projects.
  • Proficiency in MS Project and MS Office, excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
  • Fluency in English and the language of the local market
  • Postgraduate studies in Economics and Project Management would be highly appreciated
  • Experience and knowledge in the construction of PV projects and in the local energy market
  • Availability to travel throughout the Country

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