Job description
Solar Project Director
Responsibilities:
Lead the competitive negotiation and selection/management of EPC contractors for APAC solar and storage development projects
Ensure that global procurement policies and practices are instilled in the local processes
Lead and manage the local project delivery teams to ensure projects are executed on time, within budget and to the standards and quality level required to meet local and standards
Work closely with the engineering function to ensure that technical aspects of project activities are appropriately addressed
Manage EPC contractors and ensure performance under contractual arrangements and lead and resolve any dispute processes as necessary
Lead the development and timely delivery of project reporting on works and present as necessary to a range of audiences
Track all project deliverables and report regularly to management on status and issues
Proactively identify and manage changes in project scope, identify potential risks, and devise contingency plans
Lead and execute multiple projects per commitments and forecasts
Develop and champion best practice tools for project execution and management
Communicate project expectations effectively to project stakeholders
Prepare forecasts for construction projects across the region
Support priorities of other groups, including but not limited to: global procurement, quality, structured finance, etc.
Proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential crises, and devise contingency plans
Monitor completion of project items and issues, creating ongoing effective feedback and learning
Ensure that all business activities are performed with the highest ethical standards and in compliance with the Solution Code of Business Conduct
Adhere to all health and safety rules and company policies
Complete other duties and projects as assigned
Review and/or support the preparation of project management documentation and related QA documentation and procedures
Develop and update policy and procedures as required
Ensure processes are followed and are compliant with relevant legislation
Work closely with the in-house operational, project and legal teams
Build positive productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Assist project partners as required
Establish and maintain technical relationships with network service providers and other counterparties
Establish and maintain technical relationships with EPC contractors, equipment suppliers and consultants
Act as the key interface with global EPC and procurement personnel in relation to APAC projects
Provide regular assistance and training to staff and others as required
Team development, management and coaching on EPC aspects but also other pertinent skills required to support the EPC function
Qualifications:
Strong interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to operate in a collaborative working environment
Ability to presents information both clearly and concisely
Strong communication skills both written and oral
Complete alignment with the company's core values and the ability to promote these values in the external environment with consistency and passion
Ability to work flexibly in multidisciplinary and international teams
Ability to manage competing priorities
Implements good time management, task allocation and priority assignment in addition to personal organisation
Continually seek ways to improve service provided via development of professional skills and personal growth
Knowledge and experience in Project Management techniques
Strong knowledge of cutting edge PV panel, tracker, inverter, battery and associated solar and storage technology
EPC contract structures, key principles, leading market terminology and contractual arrangements utilised international and within APAC
Procurement management and execution for solar, storage and related technology
Financial modelling particularly as it pertains to solar project costing with a focus on EPC, project yield and financial budgets on a project specific basis
Good understanding of PV system and solar and storage project engineering design