Job Overview

On behalf of its client, Gig Engineer is seeking an experienced and highly driven Project Quality Manager to lead and oversee all quality management activities for utility-scale renewable energy projects across South Africa. The successful candidate will be responsible for establishing and managing project quality systems, ensuring EPC contractor compliance, driving defect prevention, and delivering handover-ready assets across PV, Wind, and BESS projects.

This role requires strong technical expertise, leadership capability, and the ability to operate effectively in fast-paced EPC construction environments.

Position Details

• Job Title: Project Quality Manager
• Location: South Africa
• Department: Construction
• Contract Type: 12 Months (Renewable)
• Project Duration: Typically, 12 – 24 months

Project Timelines and Locations

• New Castle Wind Farm – July 2026
• Leewpoort BESS – July 2026
• Welverdiend BESS – July 2026
• Erfdeel BESS – August 2026
• Vanilla BESS – August 2026
• Retreat BESS – September 2026
• Bloemhoek BESS – November 2026

About the Company

The client is a leading Independent Power Producer (IPP) focused on the development, construction, and operation of utility-scale renewable energy projects throughout South Africa. The organisation is currently delivering multiple EPC projects across Solar PV, Wind, and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) technologies.

Key Responsibilities

Project Quality Management

• Establish, implement, and manage the Project Quality Management System (PQMS) in alignment with Employer requirements
• Review and approve Contractor Project Quality Plans (PQP)
• Review and approve Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs) and Method Statements
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations, specifications, standards, and regulatory requirements
• Enforce quality control processes across Civil, Mechanical, and Electrical disciplines

Quality Assurance & Quality Control Oversight

• Monitor and oversee EPC contractor QA/QC implementation on site
• Ensure proper application of hold points and witness points
• Conduct regular inspections, audits, and surveillance activities
• Verify workmanship quality, installation compliance, and material conformity
• Ensure full traceability of materials, components, and installations

Non-Conformance Management

• Establish and manage the Non-Conformance Report (NCR) process
• Ensure all NCRs are properly identified, documented, categorised, and closed out
• Drive effective root cause analysis and corrective/preventative actions
• Escalate critical quality risks and issues to Employer management

Procurement & Material Quality Control

• Oversee quality requirements relating to procurement and supplier deliverables
• Ensure Free Issue Materials (FIM) are inspected, verified, and appropriately stored
• Verify material compliance documentation including certificates, test reports, and traceability records

Quality Expediting

• Monitor quality readiness of equipment and materials prior to delivery
• Ensure Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs), inspection reports, and certification documentation are completed
• Prevent non-compliant materials from arriving on site

Documentation & Handover Management

• Ensure all quality documentation is complete, accurate, and submitted in accordance with project requirements
• Monitor development of handover dossiers and data books
• Coordinate with Document Control to ensure version control, traceability, and timely submissions
• Ensure projects achieve commissioning and handover readiness

Stakeholder Management

• Interface with EPC Contractors, Owner’s Engineers, consultants, and internal project teams
• Facilitate quality meetings, audits, inspections, and technical reviews
• Align stakeholders on quality expectations and compliance requirements

Reporting & Risk Management

• Prepare weekly and monthly quality reports
• Maintain NCR registers, audit records, quality dashboards, and risk logs
• Identify and proactively mitigate quality risks impacting project delivery

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Quality Management, or related discipline

Experience

• Minimum 5–8 years’ experience in EPC project quality management
• Proven experience within renewable energy projects, including Solar PV, Wind, and/or BESS
• Strong understanding of:
• ISO 9001
• Quality Management Systems
• Construction quality processes
• EPC project environments
• FIDIC contractual frameworks

Key Competencies (Non-Negotiable)

• Strong quality governance and enforcement capability
• High attention to detail with strong technical understanding
• Ability to challenge contractors and enforce compliance standards
• Advanced risk management and problem-solving skills
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management capability
• Excellent communication and reporting skills
• Ability to work effectively in high-pressure, multi-project environments
• Ability to operate strategically and operationally

Deliverables

The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering:

• Weekly and monthly quality reports
• Updated NCR registers
• Inspection and audit reports
• Quality risk logs
• Data pack and handover documentation status reports

Additional Information

• The role is site-based during the construction phase.
• Candidates must submit detailed CVs demonstrating relevant project experience.
• The Employer reserves the right to assess the competency of the proposed Project Quality Manager and request immediate replacement should the individual not meet the required performance, technical capability, or behavioral standards.

Application Process

Interested candidates can apply directly to the job ad or by submitting their CV and a summary of relevant experience with the role title in the subject line to: tavonga@gigengineer.io.

Depending on the response, we may not be able to respond individually to all applicants; therefore, if you have not received a response within four weeks from your submission date, please consider your application unsuccessful.