Project Manager - Renewable Energy Projects

Job Summary:

Responsibilities:

1. Project Planning:

• Coordinate with OEMs, EPCs, Contractors, Vendors, Site Managers, and the execution team regarding project schedules.
• Regularly update project plans and develop catch-up plans as required.
• Utilize planning tools to assess resource performance matrices and implement course corrections.

2. Project Profitability:

• Collaborate with development and supply chain/procurement teams to prepare project budgets.
• Budget operating costs and site overheads aligned with optimal execution timelines.
• Monitor and control budgets throughout project execution and manage invoicing approvals.
• Prepare cash inflow and outflow projections for financial planning.

3. Project Execution:

• Identify and maintain a risk register or issue mapping and develop mitigation plans for GM-Ops and CXO communication.

4. Commercial/Contract Management:

• Manage vendor invoices, scope changes, and quantity estimation within approved budgets.
• Coordinate with stores for quantity variations and maintain WCC/GRN documentation support from the site.
• Ensure compliance with communication protocols and approvals with nodal agencies.
• Maintain a compliance register and payments tracker.
• Coordinate with Finance and Accounts for all payment-related activities.

5. Project Monitoring & Reporting:

• Track Plan Vs. Actual progress and analyze budget variances.
• Establish resource performance baselines and benchmarks for project level KPIs.
• Prepare and deliver daily, weekly, and monthly project reports.
• Conduct quantity estimation and variance analysis for cost control.

6. Safety & Quality of Work:

• Serve as a bridge between QEHS (Quality, Environment, Health, and Safety) and site teams to provide necessary support and ensure adherence to safety and quality standards.

Skills:

• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Primavera, MS Project).
• Strong analytical, planning, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Budgeting, risk mitigation, and reporting expertise.
• Knowledge of renewable energy project execution processes and compliance protocols.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Civil/Mechanical/Electrical).
• 8-12 years of experience in project management, specifically in the renewable energy sector.
• Proficiency in handling multiple projects simultaneously.
• Certification in Project Management (PMP/Prince2) is an added advantage.

Key Competencies:

• Detail-oriented with a focus on cost and time efficiency.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and priorities.
• Proactive, adaptable, and capable of working under tight deadlines.