Senior Construction Manager (Solar)

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Senior Construction Manager (Solar) Location: Gauteng (Site-Based: Commercial Projects) Industry: Commercial Solar / Renewable Energy Role Overview A leading commercial solar firm is appointing Senior Construction Managers to oversee the full on-site execution of large-scale commercial solar projects across Gauteng. The role is hands-on and site-based, responsible for managing construction activities from mobilisation through to commissioning and handover. Key Responsibilities:
- Overall on-site management of commercial solar turnkey projects
- Coordinate and supervise subcontractors, site teams, and suppliers
- Ensure construction activities align with project schedules, budgets, and quality standards
- Enforce health, safety, and environmental compliance on site
- Liaise with Project Managers, Engineers, Clients, and Consultants
- Monitor progress, resolve site issues, and report on project milestones
- Manage site documentation, inspections, snag lists, and final handover
- Ensure installations comply with contractual, statutory, and technical requirements Minimum Requirements:
- Minimum NQF Level 6 qualification (Construction Management, Engineering, or related)
- Proven experience as a Senior Construction Manager on commercial projects
- Solar / renewable energy project experience essential (commercial scale)
- Strong knowledge of turnkey construction environments
- Solid understanding of site safety regulations and compliance
- Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and high-pressure site environments
- Willing and able to work on-site across Gauteng for the contract duration Please note: That only shortlisted candidates will be contacted Contract & Remuneration
- Fixed-term contract: 10–12 months
- Competitive market-related contract remuneration
- Site-based commercial projects in Gauteng Number of Positions: 2

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