Utility-Scale Project Engineer (PMP)

An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Utility-Scale Project Engineer to join a renewable energy team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the technical coordination, planning and execution of utility-scale renewable energy projects, ensuring that projects are delivered in accordance with engineering specifications, budgets, timelines and quality standards.

We are looking for a technically strong project professional with proven experience in large-scale solar PV and/or Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects, combined with sound project management capabilities.

• Manage and coordinate the engineering and technical aspects of utility-scale renewable energy projects.

• Oversee project planning, scheduling, execution and delivery.

• Coordinate engineering design, procurement, construction and commissioning activities.

• Liaise with EPC contractors, consultants, suppliers, subcontractors and other project stakeholders.

• Monitor project progress against approved budgets, schedules and technical specifications.

• Identify technical risks, project constraints and potential delays, implementing corrective measures where required.

• Review engineering drawings, technical documentation, specifications and project deliverables.

• Ensure compliance with relevant engineering standards, safety regulations and quality requirements.

• Manage project reporting, progress meetings and stakeholder communication.

• Support contract administration, procurement processes and technical evaluations.

• Ensure effective coordination between internal engineering, construction and project management teams.

• Drive projects through to successful completion and handover.

• BEng/BSc or BTech in Electrical Egineering.

• Proven experience in project engineering or project management within the renewable energy sector.

• Experience working on utility-scale solar PV and/or BESS projects.

• Strong understanding of engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning processes.

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

• Experience coordinating EPC contractors, consultants and multidisciplinary project teams.

• Strong knowledge of project planning, scheduling, budgeting and risk management.

• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications and project documentation.

• Excellent communication, stakeholder management and problem-solving skills.

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple project deliverables.

• Willingness to travel to project sites when required.

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