To carry out the evaluation, planning, implementation and commissioning of renewable source generation expansion projects. Prepares for and oversees feasibility studies and assessment of technical specifications and identification of equipment requirements. Operates as a bid manager and Team leader in the preparation of expressions of interests and professional service proposals i.e. preparation of technical feasibility studies, giving inputs in the financial models, writing of technical specifications, identification of equipment requirements and identification of vendors. Participates in tendering process, adjudication and award. Provides team leadership to project teams. Determines client needs and budget expectations and ensures project complies with these. Ensures that the project is completed to or excess of the client�s satisfaction. Liaises effectively with clients to ensure that they are kept informed. Develops, implements and reviews SHE policies and procedures for the projects in-line with general ZPC policies and procedures. Implements ISO 9001 in the department. Monitors the project implementation. Generates progress reports and also reports on deviations after corrective action. Manages local stakeholders. Assists in the identification of local suppliers. Conducts a detailed post mortem of the projects i.e. from conception, identification, and selection to implementation. Writes project completion reports. Develops a programme for handing over the project to operations. Ensures that the project is appropriately staffed with persons and skills at the right level. Manages staff performance and expedites performance improvement programs/ training where deficiencies are noted. Ensures staff discipline within project team. Proposes, develops, and implements project budgets. Manages projects budgets to ensure it is to agreed cost, time and performance standards. Manages inventory and inputs used in the project. Develops and implements quality criteria for project. Develops and implements project implementation plan. Established equipment requirements and ensures the project is adequately resourced. Ensures compliance to SHE issues. Adjudicates tenders. Manages stakeholder relations. Reviews project design and updates the same. Approves payment release certificates. Develops project variation proposal. Populates approved structure. Monitors performance of staff and ensures staff are adequately trained. Ensures discipline of staff. Fundraising (sourcing funds for projects). Managing stakeholders (the job comes with a lot of interface with externals such as Ministry Officials, Chiefs, Local Government Authorities etc.). Managing the quality  and deliverables of contractors and suppliers. Adhering to project timelines. The energy sector is heavily regulated and is also characterized by lengthened approval processes. This may stall/ delay the progress of projects and may reduce the autonomy the incumbent has over the job. Overall project plan. Progress plans. Risk management plans. Change management plans. Safety management/ environment management plans. Human resources development plan. Report preparation and submission (as per dates and times that will be communicated by supervisor).

Job evaluation subgrade: D