Project Engineer
Solarvest · Ho Chi Minh City
We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Project Engineer to join our Engineering team. In this role, you will assist in manage sub-constructors, projects, vendors, coordinate with BD team, Investors and clients for Commercial & Industrial (C&I) solar rooftop projects. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on, real-world experience in the fast-growing renewable energy sector.
Responsibilities:
Project Execution & Management
- Plan, coordinate, and execute Commercial & Industrial (C&I) rooftop solar PV and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects from contract award through commissioning and project handover.
- Develop and monitor project schedules, milestones, and resource plans to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in accordance with contractual requirements.
- Coordinate daily project activities with clients, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to ensure smooth project execution.
- Monitor project progress and proactively identify risks, delays, and technical issues, implementing corrective actions where necessary.
- Prepare weekly project progress reports, meeting minutes, and management updates.
Engineering Coordination
- Review engineering drawings, BOQs, technical specifications, and design deliverables prepared by the Design Team to ensure constructability and compliance with project requirements.
- Coordinate closely with the Local Design Engineer and HQ Design Team on engineering reviews, design revisions, RFIs, and technical clarifications throughout project execution.
- Conduct site surveys and technical assessments before construction where required.
- Review subcontractor shop drawings, method statements, and technical submissions before implementation.
Procurement & Commercial Coordination
- Coordinate procurement activities, including material requisitions, delivery schedules, supplier follow-up, and subcontractor mobilization.
- Work closely with Procurement and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials and equipment in accordance with project schedules.
- Support commercial evaluations of subcontractors and suppliers when required.
Client & Authority Coordination
- Serve as the primary project coordinator between clients, consultants, utility authorities (EVN), subcontractors, and internal departments.
- Coordinate with Legal on contract administration, variation orders, claims, and project correspondence.
- Coordinate with Finance and Accounting on payment applications, milestone billing, payment schedules, and project cost tracking.
- Liaise with relevant authorities and utility companies regarding permits, grid interconnection, meter installation, inspections, and project approvals.
Construction, Quality & Safety
- Supervise subcontractors to ensure construction activities comply with approved drawings, project specifications, quality standards, and safety requirements.
- Coordinate site inspections, testing, commissioning, and system energization activities.
- Ensure project documentation, QA/QC records, commissioning reports, and as-built documentation are completed and submitted on time.
- Support implementation of HSE requirements throughout project execution.
Project Close-Out
- Coordinate project handover, punch list clearance, final documentation, warranty matters, and project close-out activities.
- Capture lessons learned and contributed to continuous improvement of project execution processes.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
- Minimum 2–5 years of experience in EPC project execution, preferably in Commercial & Industrial (C&I) Solar PV projects.
- Strong knowledge of solar PV systems, electrical installations, construction management, and commissioning activities.
- Experience coordinating subcontractors, clients, consultants, utility authorities, and cross-functional teams.
- Good understanding of Vietnamese regulations, TCVN standards, IEC standards, and EVN interconnection requirements.
- Experience in project scheduling (Microsoft Project or equivalent) is preferred.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications. Knowledge of AutoCAD and PVSyst is an advantage.
- Strong communication, negotiation, problem-solving, and project coordination skills.
- Able to work independently, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and perform effectively under pressure.
- Good command of written and spoken English is an advantage.
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