Deployment Manager at GivePower

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Represent GivePower as the primary on site manager and main point of contact for all contractors and subcontractors
• Oversee all onsite work, including civil, electrical, and plumbing, and ensure a high level of quality and safety
• Keep the broader team informed and up to date on important updates and metrics related to the project scope, schedule, and budget
• Ensure the project is built in accordance with the contract
• Ensure contractor deliverables including: reporting duties, quality standards, and payment milestones
• Oversee project mechanics and documentation (invoices, contracts, change orders)
• Manage contractor relations and performance
• Assess key aspects of project feasibility studies and align them with internal processes
• Assist in local RFP bid processes, bid analysis, and recommendations of contractor selection
• Work closely with various in-country staff and the Sr. Deployment Manager to ensure all components of the bid package are complete and accurate, including: geotechnical studies, environmental impact studies, hydrogeological reports, and structural engineering designs
• Coordinate with engineering or external resources to finalize and optimize project designs; including structural engineers, drafters, surveyors, and any other experts that may be required
• Support with equipment procurement needs for each project
• Provide technical and administrative support and advise on maintenance schedules for GivePower’s existing installed network of solar and water projects, as needed.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5+ years’ experience of project/construction management
• 2+ years in the renewable energy industry
• Aptitude in network architecture and configuration[SB1]
• Understanding of water treatment systems, maintenance, and design
• Strong focus on providing timely solutions and deliverables
• Innovative, creative, “outside-the-box” thinking
• Thrives in dynamic environment, natural problem solver
• Maintains a positive can-do attitude, with growth mindset
• Strong project management and second-to-none organizational skills
• Experience working with multiple teams, preferably with remote teams
• Willingness to roll up your sleeves and make things happen
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Willing and able to travel nationally and internationally, as needed