Project Manager: Smart Meter Grant ProjectThe smart grids programme requires a project manager with electricity distribution network experience to support pilot projects within municipal distribution network, in addition to applied energy research for the development of smart grids in South Africa.
Department: Applied Energy Research & Development Programme
Project Location(s): Fixed Term Contract – 3 years
Qualifications and Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Engineering, Finance Management, Business Administration, or a related field.A Post Graduate degree is preferred.PMP certification will be an added advantage.Minimum 10 years in the local government sector.Knowledge of local government trading services.Knowledge in Project Management processes (PMI).Proven track record of managing large-scale projects with a focus on smart metering or technology implementation.Job Knowledge and Skills Required: Extensive understanding of smart grid technologies and advanced metering infrastructure.Experience working with municipalities and understanding the municipal energy environment (Electricity infrastructure, systems, and processes).Engineering project management and project finance experience.Understanding of back-office management systems and metering, communications, and control protocols technologies.Strong computer skills, using appropriate electrical modelling software applications, project management software, MS Office Suite, and financial management tools.Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets.Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills to manage diverse teams effectively.Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.Ability to coordinate and supervise multiple Project Implementation Units in their implementation of technical activities in partnership with a variety of subnational stakeholder groups, including community and government.Ability to work in a team and individually.Responsibilities and Duties: Lead, coordinate, and manage the NT SMG project team, related activities, and their day-to-day operations.Responsible for the overall coordination and delivery of all aspects of the Project.Deliver all substantive management and financial reports from and on behalf of the Project in the required format.Plan the activities of the project and monitor progress against the approved project plan, and multi-year work plan as per the Project Documents.Ensure the overall delivery of the project within the specified time and budget.Attend to and resolve billing queries between municipalities and Eskom.Develop and justify solutions to complex problems.Support with the development of targets, specifications, schedules, and budgets to create project plans.
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