Project Coordinator
Overview
Want to join a frontrunner in renewable energy that is actively seeking early entry into new markets globally? Since the establishment in 2007, Scatec has acquired extensive knowledge and experience in developing, building and operating solar, wind and hydro power plants and storage solutions. Driven by our company values and competent global workforce, we aim to deliver competitive and sustainable renewable energy globally; protect our environment and improve quality of life through innovative integration of technology; and create shareholder value. We are present on four continents and are headquartered in Oslo, Norway.
Main Purpose of the Position
We are currently looking for a Project Coordinator based in Cape Town, South Africa to be part of our global team working together towards our vision – Improving our future.
As our Project Coordinator you will assist and support the Project Manager for all aspects of the project performance that is linked to non conformances, latent defects, serial defects or general warranty claims; including the management of the EPC contract, the relevant SUB EPC contract, cost, schedule, and interfaces with project stakeholders, as well as safety of personnel and equipment.
Main Responsibilities
- Support in Non-conformance administration
- Understand the contract interfaces between the EPC and SPV contracts, supply and O&M contracts for the relevant plants
- Coordinate meetings with all stakeholders
- Coordinate stakeholder rectification works related to non conformances
- Support in the control and management of projects by travelling to the plants as needed for the sign off, of works and close out of projects
- Support the EPC and O&M Team to reduce potential Non-Conformances
- Support closing out the EPC Punch list to ensure a smooth Taking Over process from the construction phase into the O&M phase
- Support in spare part management
- Maintain the Lessons Learned Data Base and hold workshops where relevant and required.
- Support during Taking Over phase
Qualifications and skills
- Degree or equivalent in Construction Management and/or Contract/ Civil/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering
- Experience: 4+ years in the Construction industry and Project Management environment
- Ideal: Solar PV Plant operational experience
- Claim Management experience
- Language: fluent both written and spoken in English
- Excellent knowledge of MS Office
- Specialization in solar and/or renewable energy on large scale projects is desirable
Personal characteristics
It is part of every employee’s terms of reference to contribute to Scatec's vision: Improving our Future and adhere to our company values which are:
- Predictable: demonstrate clear communication and listening skills, shares information in an open and honest way
- Driving results: demonstrate determination, pro-activeness, can prioritise and work independently
- Changemaker: demonstrate entrepreneurship, can challenge, fast learner, take initiates and adjust
- Working together: demonstrate teamwork, shares responsibilities, can compromise, has a can-do attitude
For the particular role we also expect
- Must be able to work in an open plan environment
- Must be able to work extended hours
- Must be willing to travel as and when required
- Valid driver’s license
We Offer
Scatec is an exciting, innovative and ambitious company operating in a growing industry. We offer a challenging and interesting position where you will be part of a flexible, diverse and truly international working environment consisting of highly competent and committed colleagues with a positive drive to make a difference.
Scatec is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by appropriate law. All hiring decisions are made based on merit, competence and business need.
Applications will be processed on a continuous basis.