Senior Solar Pv Consultant - Cape Town, South Africa - DNV

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About us:

We are the independent expert in assurance and risk management.

Driven by our purpose, to safeguard life, property, and the environment, we empower our customers and their stakeholders with facts and reliable insights so that critical decisions can be made with confidence.


As a trusted voice for many of the world's most successful organizations, we use our knowledge to advance safety and performance, set industry benchmarks, and inspire and invent solutions to tackle global transformations.


About the role:

Do you want to be part of the world's leading energy consulting firm?
Are you committed to address climate change and positively impact society and the world?
Do you enjoy collaborating with colleagues and clients, and thrive in a dynamic and respectful environment?

Then you may find the Senior Solar Consultant in our Middle East and Africa Team to be a great fit for you

DNV - Energy Systems SEMELA's Renewables Advisory group is seeking a Senior Solar Consultant to join our Solar Team.

DNV is the world's leading renewable energy consultant, and DNV's Solar Middle East and Africa team holds a substantial market position for owners engineering and independent engineering services to support financing and construction of solar energy projects in Middle East and Africa.

We are also very active on Technical Advisory role for large / complex IPP procurement exercises, including a mix of renewables technologies:
solar, wind and storage. Our staff are viewed as experts and thought leaders in the industry.

The Senior Solar Consultant is expected to work as Project Manager or Quality Assurance for large / complex assignments in the region and to handle therefore complex stakeholder management.

He/she will also manage large complex bids on behalf of DNV, supporting DNV on winning new external work. Networks with senior professionals outside DNV is also highly expected.


This position is based out in Cape Town and to report to Solar Middle East & Africa Team Lead based in Dubai, while collaborating structurally with storage, green hydrogen, and wind.


  • Project Management & Project Sponsorship for Lenders Technical Advisory and Owners Engineering projects.
  • Managing several stakeholders.
  • Reviewing and negotiating EPC and O&M contracts.
  • Reviewing PPA and supporting PPA negotiations.
  • Supporting customers through the financial closings of projects.
  • Reviewing portions of due diligence reviews, including financial model (OPEX and CAPEX) reviews.
  • Coordinating with Finance and Legal teams for Tendering Renewable Power Procurement.
  • Developing and winning proposals for scopes of services related to technical advisory, owners engineering and Due diligence work.
  • Prioritizing QHSE considerations within the team to ensure safe execution and healthy work environment.
  • Integrating renewables disciplines related to solar, wind, storage, and green hydrogen.
  • Initiating and coordinating technical review process among internal specialists (including civil and electrical engineering, energy assessment, technology experts, permitting, etc).
  • Coordinating input from technical specialists and reviewing / approving due diligence reports.
  • Discussing and resolving technical issues with project developers and lenders/investors, including coordinating input on such issues from internal technical specialists as necessary.
  • Participating in continuous improvement efforts for the team, including leading tool development, process refinement, and lessons learned activities.
  • Hold Customer / Key Account Manager role for local or global customer.

What we offer:


  • Flexible work arrangements for better worklife balance
  • Generous Paid Leaves (Public Holidays, Annual Leave, Sick Leave, Maternity Leave, Paternity Leave, Moving House, Examination Leave, Family Responsibility Leave)
  • Medical benefits (Medical Examinations, Eye Tests, Audiometric Tests)
  • Pension and Insurance Policies (Private Medical Insurance)
  • Additional Benefits (Communication, Accommodation/Home Security, Memberships (professional/academic institutions, Gym & Sport Membership, Car Allowances)
*Benefits may vary based on position, tenure/contract/grade level*DNV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity.


About you:


  • Bachelor's degree in engineering (ideally electrical) and Master's degree preferable
  • Minimum of 7 years' experience working in the solar industry and or Minimum of 10 years' experience working in the renewables industry.
  • Minimum of 3 years' experience working in technical advisory (consultancy) role.
  • Technical Due Diligence and Owners Engineering experience.
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