About the Company
Since its establishment in 2008, Mulilo has grown into one of the leading Independent Power Producers (IPP) in Southern Africa. Mulilo is majority owned by Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners, the world’s leading private equity investor in renewable energy assets, through its New Markets Fund I. Mulilo has concluded numerous PPA’s in both the Department of Mineral Energy’s Renewable Energy Independent Power Producer Programme (REIPPP) and with several large corporate energy users. Mulilo currently operates 450MW of wind and solar PV projects and has a further 500MW of projects under financial close. Having adopted a strategy that aligns with the company’s long-term vision, Mulilo has accumulated a pipeline of projects exceeding 25GW, and is now positioned as a key player in the renewable energy sector.
Mulilo places strong emphasis on its human capital and prides itself in providing a world class working environment for all its employees, thereby placing huge value on career progression and personal growth.
Mulilo is guided by strong ethical principles and adheres to its environmental, social and governance responsibilities.
About Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP)
Founded in 2012, CIP is the world’s largest dedicated renewable energy fund manager and a global leader in offshore wind. CIP currently manages over 20 billion Euro’s, with a target of having 100 billion Euros under management by 2030. The funds managed by CIP focus on investments in offshore and onshore wind, solar PV, biomass and energy-from-waste, transmission and distribution, reserve capacity, storage, advanced bioenergy, and Power-to-X.
About this role
The Construction Manager in the Renewable Energy sector is responsible for overseeing the planning, coordination, and execution of renewable energy projects during the construction phase. This role is site-based and involves managing overall construction activities, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and coordinating with various stakeholders to ensure the project’s timely and cost-effective completion. The Construction Manager plays a critical role in delivering high-quality renewable energy solutions that contribute to sustainable development.
Duties and responsibilities
Project Planning and Coordination
- Implement detailed construction plans, schedules, and budgets for solar projects.
- Coordinate with project managers, engineers, contractors and other stakeholders to ensure alignment of construction activities with project goals and timelines
Construction Oversight
- Manage on-site construction activities, ensuring adherence to design specifications, safety standards, and quality requirements.
- Monitor and coordinate the work of construction teams, including contractors, technicians, and general workers.
- Conduct regular site inspections to monitor progress and identify and resolve any issues or delays.
Safety and Compliance
- Ensure all construction activities comply with local, provincial, and national regulations, including health and safety standards.
- Implement and enforce safety protocols and procedures to maintain a safe work environment.
- Conduct safety training for construction personnel.
Quality Control
- Enforce quality control standards and procedures for all construction activities.
- Conduct inspections to ensure the quality and performance of installed systems and components.
- Address any deficiencies or non-conformities identified during inspections.
Stakeholder Communication
- Maintain effective communication with project stakeholders, including clients, contractors, engineers, consultants, and regulatory authorities.
- Provide regular updates on project status, progress, and any issues that arise during construction.
- Facilitate meetings and discussions to address project challenges and coordinate solutions.
Budget and Cost Management
- Monitor project budgets and expenditures, ensuring adherence to financial plans.
- Verify, and process payment certificates and change orders, for contractors and suppliers.
- Identify and implement cost-saving measures without compromising quality or safety.
Documentation and Reporting
- Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including progress reports, inspection records and safety logs.
- Prepare and submit regular reports on project status, including milestones, budget updates and any issues encountered.
- Ensure all project documentation is accurate, complete and up-to-date.
Problem Solving and Decision Making
- Identify potential issues and risks during construction and develop proactive solutions.
- Make informed decisions to resolve on-site challenges and ensure project continuity.
- Collaborate with project teams to implement corrective actions as needed.
Required skills and education background.
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in construction management, with at least 3 years in the renewable energy sector.
- Alternatively, candidates with a Diploma in a related field must have at least ten (15) years of relevant experience.
- Proven track record of successfully managing large-scale renewable energy construction projects.
- Strong knowledge of solar/wind/BESS energy systems, construction techniques, and industry standards.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- Proficiency in project management software and tools.
- Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to project sites as required.
Desirable attributes
The ideal candidate would have a passion for the Renewable Energy sector and personality traits would include a high level of diligence, determination, resilience, and agility.
Mulilo is an employer of choice and is offering an extremely competitive total remuneration package for this position.
Additional Information
Able to work overtime according to operational needs.
Travel will be required occasionally.
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