Job description Our client, a pioneering force in the renewable energy sector, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Energy Project Manager to oversee the development and execution of significant renewable energy projects. This role, based in Kaduna, Kaduna, NG, requires a dynamic leader with a proven ability to manage complex projects from conception through to completion.

The Senior Energy Project Manager will be responsible for all aspects of project delivery, including feasibility studies, site selection, permitting, engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning. You will collaborate closely with internal teams, external partners, and stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and safety. The ideal candidate possesses deep knowledge of renewable energy technologies (solar, wind, etc.), strong financial acumen, and exceptional leadership and negotiation skills. This hybrid position offers flexibility, balancing essential in-person activities with remote work for planning and coordination.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the end-to-end management of renewable energy projects, including solar, wind, and hybrid systems.
• Develop project feasibility studies, business cases, and investment analyses.
• Manage the entire project lifecycle: development, financing, permitting, EPC (Engineering, Procurement, Construction), and operations.
• Oversee project budgets, schedules, and resource allocation, ensuring financial and operational targets are met.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks, developing effective risk management strategies.
• Ensure compliance with all local, regional, and national regulations and permitting requirements.
• Negotiate and manage contracts with suppliers, contractors, and technology providers.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including government agencies, local communities, and investors.
• Lead and motivate multidisciplinary project teams, fostering a collaborative and results-oriented environment.
• Monitor project progress, report on key performance indicators (KPIs), and provide regular updates to senior management.
• Ensure projects adhere to the highest standards of Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) performance.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Civil), Environmental Science, or a related field. A Master's degree or PMP certification is a strong advantage.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in project management, with a significant focus on renewable energy projects (solar, wind, etc.).
• Proven track record of successfully developing and delivering utility-scale or commercial renewable energy projects.
• In-depth understanding of renewable energy technologies, market dynamics, and regulatory frameworks in Nigeria.
• Strong financial modeling and analysis skills, with experience in project financing.
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage complex contracts and lead diverse teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Experience working in a hybrid model, balancing remote and on-site responsibilities.
• Familiarity with environmental impact assessments and permitting processes.

This hybrid role requires the Project Manager to be based in or able to commute to Kaduna, Kaduna, NG, for critical site visits, community engagements, regulatory meetings, and team collaborations, while offering flexibility for remote work on other days.

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