Project Director

About This Role

Leading the end-to-end delivery of solar energy projects is the core of this strategic role within the company's construction and engineering portfolio. This position oversees project management, engineering coordination, commercial performance, and execution excellence across multiple solar PV projects (Commercial & Industrial and/or Utility-Scale). The ideal candidate is a strong operational leader with a proven track record in delivering complex infrastructure or renewable energy projects safely, on time, and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full lifecycle of solar project execution from development handover to commissioning and handover
• Oversee multiple concurrent projects, ensuring delivery within scope, schedule, and budget
• Establish project governance frameworks, reporting structures, and performance tracking
• Drive project execution strategies, risk management, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Build, mentor, and lead multidisciplinary project teams (project managers, engineers, site teams)
• Coordinate closely with internal departments including engineering, procurement, finance, and commercial
• Serve as the primary escalation point for clients, partners, contractors, and regulatory bodies
• Foster strong relationships with EPC partners, subcontractors, and suppliers
• Oversee project budgets, cost control, forecasting, and financial performance
• Ensure contract compliance and manage variations, claims, and negotiations
• Support tendering, bid reviews, and project planning for new opportunities
• Champion a strong HSE culture across all project sites
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, industry standards, and company policies
• Drive quality assurance and commissioning processes to ensure successful project completion

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Renewable Energy, or related field
• 15+ years of project management experience in construction, infrastructure, or renewable energy
• Proven leadership experience managing large-scale solar PV or infrastructure projects
• Strong understanding of EPC/EPCC project delivery models
• Demonstrated experience managing project financials, contracts, and stakeholder relationships
• Excellent leadership, communication, and decision-making skills

Important Details

• Working Location: Petaling Jaya, Selangor

Application Process

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted due to high volume of applications