Project Coordinator - Solar

Role Overview: The Project Coordinator is responsible for the technical planning, coordination, and execution of residential solar projects, ensuring compliance with engineering standards, timelines, and regulatory requirements while acting as a bridge between clients, internal teams, and site operations.

Technical Responsibilities:

• Plan and coordinate residential solar PV projects from design finalization through commissioning and handover.
• Review technical drawings, layouts, single-line diagrams (SLDs), and BOQs in coordination with engineering teams.
• Conduct technical site surveys to assess structural feasibility, electrical readiness, shading analysis, and installation constraints.
• Support system sizing, equipment selection, and configuration validation in line with client requirements and regulatory standards.
• Coordinate installation schedules and ensure adherence to approved technical specifications.
• Monitor on-site installation quality, safety practices, and compliance with engineering standards.
• Manage troubleshooting and resolution of technical issues during installation and commissioning.
• Oversee inverter configuration, grid synchronization, and performance testing.
• Coordinate with authorities and utilities for approvals, inspections, and grid connection processes.
• Ensure accurate documentation of as-built drawings, commissioning reports, and compliance records.
• Support Operations & Maintenance planning including system performance checks and preventive maintenance scheduling.
• Maintain technical communication with procurement to ensure equipment compatibility and availability.
• Collaborate with sales and BD teams to validate technical feasibility before project closure.

Skills & Qualifications: Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy, or related field.
• 3 to 5+ years experience in solar PV project coordination, installation, or technical operations (residential preferred).

Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of solar PV systems, components, and installation practices.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, SLDs, and technical layouts.
• Knowledge of grid-tied residential solar standards and authority requirements.
• Familiarity with inverter setup, commissioning, and troubleshooting.
• Basic understanding of structural and electrical safety compliance.
• Experience with project tracking tools and documentation systems.

Core Competencies

• Project coordination and multitasking ability.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset.
• Effective stakeholder communication and negotiation skills.
• Attention to technical detail and quality assurance.
• Time management and deadline orientation.
• Ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, procurement, and site teams.

Preferred Skills

• Experience dealing with local authority approvals and inspections.
• Knowledge of O&M practices for solar installations.
• Familiarity with CRM/project management software.
• Site supervision or field coordination experience.