Project Management Officer

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly organised and agile Project Management Officer (PMO) to serve as a strategic link between the Head Office and on-site project teams. The incumbent will be responsible for driving operational coordination, project governance, financial tracking, and ensuring the smooth execution of solar projects across multiple sites.

This role demands a professional who can work in a fast-paced environment, manage cross-functional stakeholders, and provide end-to-end visibility on project performance.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Project Coordination & Oversight

• Act as a single point of contact between Head Office, Site Teams, and Vendors.
• Monitor and report progress across all project phases—planning, execution, and completion.
• Ensure adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality benchmarks.
• Facilitate regular project review meetings and track action items to closure.

2. Operations & Governance

• Oversee day-to-day project operations, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives.
• Develop and maintain project documentation, trackers, and MIS reports.
• Identify process gaps and recommend corrective actions to improve operational efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with project management methodologies and internal SOPs.

3. Financial & Payment Coordination

• Track vendor invoices, purchase orders, and project-related payments.
• Coordinate with finance and procurement teams to ensure timely disbursements.
• Maintain transparent financial records and highlight any deviations or delays.

4. Cross-Functional Communication

• Bridge information flow between technical, procurement, and execution teams.
• Escalate critical project issues to management with recommended solutions.
• Provide management with a bird’s-eye view of overall project status and resource utilisation.

5. Site Travel & Monitoring

• Conduct periodic visits to project sites to review on-ground progress.
• Validate adherence to project schedules, safety protocols, and quality standards.
• Support site teams in resolving operational bottlenecks.

Desired Candidate Profile:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering / Project Management / related discipline (MBA preferred).
• Minimum 6 years of experience in project management within the solar or EPC industry.
• Strong understanding of project coordination, cost tracking, and vendor management.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and leadership skills.
• Willingness to travel frequently to project locations.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and project management tools.