Project Manager – Solar

Job description

Job Reference Number: ZCCM-107
Department: Technical
Business Unit:
Industry: Engineering
Job Type: Contract
Positions Available: 1
Salary: Market Related

The Project Manager will be in charge of overseeing all Solar projects on behalf of the Organization
Job Description

JOB PURPOSE

The Project Manager is responsible for the planning, coordination, execution support, and monitoring of strategic projects and initiatives undertaken by ZCCM-IH across its investment portfolio. The role ensures that shareholder-sponsored projects and capital programmes are delivered in line with approved investment cases, governance frameworks, budgets, timelines, and value-for-money objectives.Career counseling services

The position acts as a critical interface between ZCCM-IH management, subsidiary boards and management teams, Government stakeholders, and external partners.

·          KEY RESPONSIBILITIES (KRAs):4.1 Project Planning and Oversight
·        Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, budgets, and risk registers for assigned ZCCM-IH projects.
·        Support project initiation, feasibility, and investment appraisal processes.
·        Track project milestones and deliverables against approved business cases.4.2 Portfolio and Subsidiary Project Support
·        Provide project management oversight to subsidiaries and special purpose vehicles in which ZCCM-IH has an interest.
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·        Monitor execution of capital projects and strategic initiatives across the portfolio.
·        Support turnaround, expansion, and greenfield project initiatives.4.3 Financial Monitoring and Value Protection
·        Track project budgets, expenditure, and cash flows in coordination with finance teams.
·        Support drawdown monitoring, cost control, and value-for-money assessments.
·        Contribute to post-investment reviews and lessons-learnt exercises.4.4 Financial Monitoring and Value Protection
·        Track project budgets, expenditure, and cash flows in coordination with finance teams.
·        Support drawdown monitoring, cost control, and value-for-money assessments.
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·        Contribute to post-investment reviews and lessons-learnt exercises.4.5 Governance, Reporting, and Stakeholder Engagement
·        Prepare regular project status reports for ExCo, the Board, and Shareholder representatives.
·        Support preparation of Board papers, Cabinet notes, and investment committee submissions.
·        Coordinate with line Ministries, regulators, financiers, and development partners as required.4.6 Risk, Compliance, and ESG
·        Identify and  manage project risks (technical, financial, regulatory, ESG, and reputational).
·        Ensure projects comply with applicable laws, policies, environmental approvals, and ESG standards.
·        Support implementation and monitoring of Environmental and Social Management Plans (ESMPs) where applicable.
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·        Liaises with regulatory bodies such as ZEMA, RPA and MSD.5. KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS (KPIs)
·        Approved project plans and schedules
·        Regular progress, financial, and risk reports
·        Contract and procurement performance summaries
·        Timely escalation of risks and issues
·        Successful delivery of projects aligned to shareholder objectives
·        Delivery of projects within approved timelines and budgets
·        Quality and timeliness of reporting
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·        Effectiveness of risk management and issue resolution
·        Stakeholder satisfaction and governance compliance 
·                  JOB DIMENSIONS:Financial Responsibilities
·        Track project budgets, expenditure, and cash flows in coordination with finance teams.
·        Support drawdown monitoring, cost control, and value-for-money assessments.
·        Contribute to post-investment reviews and lessons-learnt exercises.
·        Identify areas of cost improvements by providing identified initiatives 

·          WORKING CONDITIONS :Working Environment

Job holder exposed to field working environment and with travel to project sites and subsidiary operations as required, including remote locations)Corporate governance tools

Job Hazards

Sometimes working in remote locations with limited evacuation communication and logistics in case of an emergency

Job Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

Minimum level of academic qualifications required to perform effectively in the role

GCE or equivalent with credits or better in five subjects including English and Mathematics

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related discipline.

Professional certification in Project Management (PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent) is an advantage.Risk management tools

Minimum number of months or years of experience the jobholder is required to have to be appointed to the position

·    Minimum 10 years’ experience in project management, preferably in energy, mining, infrastructure, or industrial projects.

·        Experience working with SOEs, holding companies, or investment institutions is highly desirable.Demonstrated experience managing multi-stakeholder projects

Minimum level of professional qualification required to perform effectively in the role

Member of a relevant professional body

Skills and competenciesProject planning software

Technical

·                 Strong project planning and scheduling capability (MS Project, Primavera, or equivalent).
·                 Understanding of capital project governance and investment oversight.
·                 Financial literacy and budget management skills.
·                 Strong analytical, reporting, presentation and communication skills.
·                 High standards of integrity, professionalism, and accountability.
·                 Deep knowledge of Occupational Health & Safety regulations
·                 Risk assessment and mitigation ability
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·                 Emergency preparedness and response planning
·                 Proven project management and regulator liaison experience
·                 Experienced in leading and preparing high quality proposals
·                 Worked in technical role at supervisor level with experience to supervise multidisciplinary teamsBehavioural
·                 Sound judgement and problem-solving capability
·                 Strategic thinking and planning
·                 Learning agility
·                 Audit  mindset
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·                 Analysis and attention to detail
·                 Business insight and risk awareness
·                 Results-oriented and detail-focused
·                 Strong coordination and stakeholder management skills
·                 Ability to operate across multiple projects and institutions