REDAVIA Project Manager Jobs in Kenya
REDAVIA Project Manager Jobs in Kenya
To support REDAVIA on its steep growth curve, REDAVIA is recruiting a Mobilization Manager, based in Nairobi, Kenya, with a target start date in December 2019.
Role:
The Mobilization Manager will be responsible for:
Mobilize containerized solar power plants:
Plan and execute mobilization / re-mobilization of Redavia solar farms
Train and oversee subcontractor teams to install solar plants
Carry out electrical connections of each plant installation
Install, configure and test communications and monitoring equipment
Test, commission and obtain acceptance by the customer
Handover completed installations along with As-built drawings to Asset Management team
Manage plant decommissioning, re-packing and shipping to new sites
Monitor and control budgets
Continually improve your work area:
Help implement automated business processes
Improve commissioning QA procedures
Train local partner installers
Help produce installation and training manuals
Support other teams:
Provide product development feedback to the product team
Information sharing to support the sales team
Coordinate effectively with the operations team
Feedback suggestions to the management team
Candidate Qualifications
The ideal candidate for this position:
Has experience with:
Project management:
Workflow management (Gantt charts)
Managing electrical sub-contractors
On-the-job training and supervision
Testing and quality control
Managing budgets and timelines
Electrical commissioning formalities
Solar and electrical engineering:
Building and commissioning solar PV installations
Installation of grid and diesel genset-driven electrical systems
Installation and commissioning of electrical controls systems
Electrical installation and electrical safety qualifications
Configuring monitoring equipment and internet routers
Drafting of electrical drawings.
Mindset:
Safety first: Consistently applies REDAVIA’s Health, Safety, Social Impact and Environmental Impact guidelines
Dynamic:
Proactive and positive attitude
Non-hierarchical attitude and strong team spirit
Creative and persistent problem solver
Continuous improvement: Manages day-to-day
operations “Hands-on” and improves business processes with “bird’s eye”
International:
Enjoys working independently within a globally connected team
Bridges between international and local cultural and professional expectations
Mission-driven:
Affinity with renewable energy
Drive to make the world a better place
Skillset:
Fluent English and Kiswahili. French and/or German skills an advantage.
Project management: Formal PMP or other project management training as evidenced by certificates an advantage
Electrical engineering: Electrical Engineering degree desired, Kenyan T3 Solar installation license required. Medium Voltage installation licenses an advantage.
Controls and Communications: Training/certificates related to setting-up and testing controls and communications systems
Computer literacy and comfort, especially cloud computing and digital process management.
Drafting experience with AutoCAD would be a plus.
What we offer:
REDAVIA is revolutionizing the energy supply for emerging and frontier markets, creating unparalleled environmental and development impact at scale. We offer the Mobilization Manager the opportunity to make a difference in a professional, non-hierarchical, and friendly work environment: Work that matters in an enjoyable team.
How to Apply
If you are eager to take this opportunity to put a dent in the universe, please send us your resume and a short introductory email (in English) to
TeamKenya@RedaviaSolar.com. We hope to hear from you!
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