Commercial Solar Project Manager – Solar Panel Installation

Department: Projects / Engineering

Position: Commercial Project Manager – Solar EPC

Experience: Minimum 5 Years in Solar Power Projects

Qualification: B.E. / B.Tech in Electrical, Electrical & Electronics, or a relevant Engineering discipline

Industry: Solar Energy / Renewable Energy

1. Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Commercial Solar Project Manager with a strong engineering background and a minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in commercial solar panel installation projects. The candidate must have practical knowledge of solar system installation, commissioning, maintenance, solar products, power generation, and system performance.

The candidate will be responsible for planning, executing, monitoring, and delivering commercial solar projects efficiently, ensuring quality installation, safety compliance, optimum power generation, and timely project completion.

2. Key Responsibilities

A. Project Planning & Execution

- Plan, coordinate, and execute commercial solar panel installation projects from site survey to final commissioning.
- Manage project schedules, manpower, materials, equipment, and installation teams.
- Ensure projects are completed within the approved budget and timeline.
- Coordinate with clients, contractors, vendors, engineers, and internal teams.
- Monitor project progress and resolve technical and operational issues.

B. Solar Installation & Technical Knowledge

- Have strong practical knowledge of rooftop and commercial solar power plant installations.
- Understand solar panel mounting structures, module installation, inverters, DC/AC cabling, earthing, protection systems, and electrical connections.
- Ensure correct installation methods, alignment, panel orientation, tilt angle, and wiring practices.
- Understand grid-connected solar systems, net metering, and relevant electrical safety requirements.
- Verify installation quality according to approved drawings, specifications, and standard operating procedures.

C. Solar Products & Equipment Knowledge

- Possess detailed knowledge of solar PV modules, inverters, mounting structures, cables, connectors, junction boxes, and related electrical components.
- Understand product specifications, module wattage, inverter capacity, system sizing, efficiency, and equipment compatibility.




- Evaluate product quality and coordinate with suppliers for material procurement and technical specifications.
- Identify suitable products and installation solutions based on site requirements.

D. Power Generation & Performance Monitoring

- Calculate and evaluate expected solar power generation in kWh (units) and system capacity in kWp.
- Understand the relationship between panel wattage, installed capacity, sunlight, irradiation, shading, temperature, and actual energy output.
- Monitor actual versus estimated power generation and investigate performance gaps.
- Analyse inverter data, generation reports, system efficiency, and performance ratio.
- Identify and rectify issues affecting power generation, including shading, equipment faults, wiring losses, and inverter failures.
- Prepare and submit daily, monthly, and project-wise power generation reports.

E. Testing, Commissioning & Maintenance

- Conduct pre-commissioning inspections, electrical testing, system checks, and performance verification.
- Ensure proper commissioning and successful handover of completed projects.
- Plan preventive and corrective maintenance activities.
- Troubleshoot faults in solar panels, inverters, cables, connectors, and other system components.
- Coordinate cleaning schedules, inspection routines, and warranty-related service requirements.
- Maintain service records and ensure minimum system downtime.

F. Commercial & Cost Management

- Prepare project estimates, material requirements, BOQs, and installation cost calculations.
- Monitor project expenses, labour costs, material consumption, and budget variations.
- Coordinate procurement and ensure optimal utilisation of resources.
- Track project milestones, billing progress, client approvals, and completion documentation.
- Support technical proposals, client presentations, and project cost evaluations.

G. Quality, Safety & Compliance

- Ensure compliance with applicable electrical safety standards and solar installation regulations.




- Implement safe working practices for rooftop work, work at height, and electrical installations.
- Conduct quality inspections and ensure rectification of installation defects.
- Maintain project documentation, test reports, drawings, and commissioning records.

3. Required Skills & Competencies

- Strong technical and practical knowledge of commercial solar PV projects.
- Proven experience in installation, commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
- Good understanding of solar power generation calculations and performance analysis.
- Ability to manage project teams, contractors, vendors, and clients.
- Robust planning, budgeting, reporting, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in MS Excel and project reporting tools.
- Ability to read electrical drawings, single-line diagrams (SLDs), and technical specifications.
- Willingness to travel to project sites as required.

4. Eligibility Criteria

- Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in solar power projects, preferably commercial or industrial solar installations.
- Engineering qualification in Electrical, EEE, Mechanical, or a related discipline.
- Demonstrated experience in independently managing solar installation projects.
- Practical understanding of solar system capacity, module wattage, energy generation, commissioning, and maintenance.
- Candidates with proven project execution and measurable power-generation performance experience will be preferred.

5. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

- Timely completion of solar installation projects.
- Adherence to project budgets and material utilisation targets.
- Installation quality and reduction in rework.
- Achievement of expected power generation and system performance.
- Reduction in equipment downtime and maintenance response time.
- Compliance with safety requirements.
- Client satisfaction and successful project handover.

Preferred Candidate Profile: A technically strong, result-oriented engineering professional who can independently manage commercial solar projects from installation through commissioning and maintenance, with the ability to ensure reliable power generation and efficient project execution. Pay: ₹50,000.00 - ₹60,000.00 per month

Benefits

- Cell phone reimbursement
- Provident Fund

Work Location: In person

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