Solar Project Manager (Gujarat)

The Solar Project Engineer / Project Manager will be responsible for end-to-end execution of solar power projects including project planning, engineering coordination,

procurement, construction management, commissioning, and handover to O&M; teams.

The candidate must have solid understanding of Solar EPC execution and Solar Power Plant lifecycle, from land assessment and design to commissioning and long-term O&M;

management.

The role requires the ability to manage multiple parallel sites, coordinate with internal teams and contractors, and ensure projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and

as per quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

1. Project Planning & Development

• Plan and execute utility-scale and rooftop solar projects.
• Participate in site feasibility studies, land assessment, and technical due diligence.
• Review project scope, timelines, and deliverables.
• Prepare project schedules, execution plans, and milestone tracking.

2. Engineering & Design Coordination

• Coordinate with design and engineering teams for system layouts and plant design.
• Review and approve SLD, module layouts, string configuration, inverter sizing, and cable routing.
• Ensure designs comply with local regulations, grid requirements, and safety standards.

3. Procurement & Vendor Management

• Coordinate with procurement teams for solar modules, inverters, mounting structures, cables, transformers, SCADA, and BOS components.
• Evaluate vendor proposals and ensure quality and technical compliance.
• Monitor delivery schedules to avoid project delays.

4. Construction & Site Management

• Manage EPC site execution activities including:

Civil works

Mounting structure installation

Module installation

Electrical works and cabling
• Supervise contractors and subcontractors.
• Ensure quality control, safety compliance, and site productivity.
- Monitor progress across multiple parallel sites.

5. Testing, Commissioning & Grid Synchronization

• Oversee plant testing, commissioning, and grid connectivity.
• Coordinate with utilities for net metering / grid synchronization approvals.
• Verify plant performance and ensure compliance with project specifications.

6. Project Monitoring & Reporting

• Track project schedules, budgets, and resource utilization.
• Prepare weekly and monthly progress reports.
• Identify project risks and implement mitigation plans.

7. Client & Stakeholder Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and project stakeholders.
• Coordinate with consultants, DISCOMs, contractors, and government authorities.
• Conduct project review meetings and site visits.

8. O&M; Handover and Lifecycle Support

• Coordinate handover of the plant to the Operations & Maintenance (O&M;) team.
• Ensure proper documentation including:

As-built drawings

Commissioning reports

Warranty documentation

O&M; manuals

• Provide support for initial performance monitoring and troubleshooting.

Required Skills

Technical Skills

• Solar power plant design basics
• EPC project execution knowledge
• Solar plant components and systems
• Electrical systems and grid connectivity
• Commissioning and testing procedures

Project Management Skills

• Project planning and scheduling
• Budget and cost control
• Resource management
• Vendor and contractor coordination
• Risk management

Soft Skills
- Stakeholder communication
• Problem solving and decision making
• Leadership and team management
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Electrical / Mechanical / Renewable Energy Engineering
• Certification in Project Management (PMP/Prince2) – preferred
• Prior experience in Solar EPC projects (utility scale or rooftop)
• Willingness to travel extensively to project sites

Solar Project Lifecycle Knowledge (Expected)

Candidate should have understanding of the complete solar power project lifecycle:

1.Land identification & feasibility study

2.Project design & engineering

3.Permits & regulatory approvals

4.Procurement of equipment

5.Civil and structural works

6.Electrical installation

7.Plant commissioning

8.Grid synchronization

9.Performance testing

10.Operations & Maintenance (O&M;) Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.in/job/4n2988