The Role
Manage solar power projects from the head office, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, procurement, vendor negotiations, billing, and risk management. Coordinate engineering, procurement, site execution, clients, government agencies, and suppliers to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery. Oversee regulatory approvals, compliance, material delivery, project financial reporting, cash flow, and resolution of execution challenges. The role also requires knowledge of solar PV systems, energy regulations, and power purchase agreements.
Summary Generated by Built In
Project Manager – Solar Projects:
The Head Office Project Manager for Solar Projects will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating all project management activities from the head office. This role involves project scheduling, tracking, procurement, vendor management, budgeting, and ensuring smooth communication between various stakeholders to ensure timely and cost-effective execution of solar power projects.
Key Responsibilities:Project Planning & Execution:- Develop and manage project timelines, milestones, and deliverables.
- Coordinate with engineering, procurement, and site execution teams to ensure smooth project execution.
- Monitor project progress and address bottlenecks to keep projects on track.
- Prepare and track project budgets, ensuring cost control and efficiency.
- Prepare Bills of Materials (BOM) and float inquiries to vendors.
- Evaluate vendor quotations, negotiate contracts, and finalize purchase orders.
- Ensure timely procurement and delivery of materials to project sites.
- Maintain relationships with key suppliers and explore new vendors for cost-effective solutions.
- Liaise with clients, government agencies, and internal teams for necessary approvals and documentation.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, including land lease agreements and project permissions.
- Coordinate with site teams to resolve execution challenges and ensure alignment with project schedules.
- Oversee project billing, cost tracking, and financial reporting.
- Process vendor invoices and ensure timely payments while maintaining credit terms.
- Manage cash flow planning for procurement and project execution.
- Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies.
- Ensure compliance with industry regulations, safety standards, and contractual obligations.
- Keep updated with the latest developments in solar energy technologies and policies.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical/Mechanical/Civil) or Project Management.
- 5+ years of experience in project management within the renewable energy sector, preferably in solar projects.
- Experience in procurement, vendor negotiation, and contract management.
- Familiarity with regulatory approvals and compliance for solar power projects.
- Proficiency in MS Project, Primavera, or other project management tools.
- Strong project coordination and scheduling skills.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
- Analytical skills for cost estimation and financial planning.
- Knowledge of solar PV systems, energy regulations, and power purchase agreements.
- Problem-solving mindset and ability to work under tight deadlines.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering, or Project Management
- 5+ years of project management experience within the renewable energy sector, preferably solar projects
- Experience in procurement, vendor negotiation, and contract management
- Familiarity with regulatory approvals and compliance for solar power projects
- Proficiency in MS Project, Primavera, or other project management tools
- Knowledge of solar PV systems, energy regulations, and power purchase agreements
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The Company
What We Do
KP Group was founded by Dr. Farukbhai Gulambhai Patel in 1994 which is now well recognized group of Gujarat. What started as a logistics service provider in 1994 is now a Rs.100+ Billion business empire. The Group has completed more than 29 years of its successful operations and today consists of several group of companies, all contributing to the fast and robust growth of the group. During the last decade the group has achieved phenomenal growth as a result of diversification into fabrication and galvanizing, renewable energy sector (Solar & Wind), Telecom infrastructure and lately in Green Hydrogen and Ammonia.
