Assistant Project Manager (Nationwide Travel)

Qcells USA Corp.; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Annual bonus

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Health insurance

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Hanwha Qcells USA Corp. is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support nationwide solar and energy storage EPC projects across the U.S. This on-site, field-based role requires relocation to project sites for 8–12 months at a time and frequent travel.

You’ll help drive schedules, procurement, permits, safety, and project controls on high‑impact installations. Relocation to sites is expected, with Monday–Friday hours and overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field plus 2+ years construction experience
• Alternatively, 7+ years managing HV substations, PV, BESS or similar capital projects
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Experience with construction scheduling, CPM logic, and industry best practices
• Willingness to travel full-time (100% nationwide)
• Fluent in written and spoken English

Responsibilities

• Support Project Managers in the execution of project deliverables, schedules, and timelines
• Lead procurement processes and coordinate engineering solutions in collaboration with project personnel
• Acquire and sustain all necessary permits and ensure adherence to project specifications
• Track project progress, reporting, and key performance metrics
• Maintain project documentation and ensure alignment with project specifications
• Support cost tracking, resource planning, and overall project controls
• Demonstrate leadership in safety, initiating job hazard analyses, and advocating for safe work practices

Skills

Construction management

Engineering

MS Office

Scheduling CPM

Travel readiness

English fluency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Construction Management or related field

Job description

Description

Assistant Project Manager: 100% Nationwide Travel

Join Hanwha Qcells USA Corp and support the build of utility-scale solar and energy storage projects across the U.S. This is an evergreen posting for future project needs across our solar and BESS EPC portfolio. We are actively building a pipeline of qualified Assistant Project Managers to support upcoming work. You'll have the opportunity to lead impactful work, strengthen your expertise, and grow your careers alongside one of the fastest-moving clean energy teams in the industry.

IMPORTANT: Travel & Relocation Requirement

• 100% nationwide travel is required
• You will relocate to project sites for 8–12 months at a time
• This is a fully on-site, field-based role
• Candidates must be comfortable with a project-to-project travel lifestyle

SUMMARY

This is an evergreen opportunity supporting upcoming solar and BESS EPC projects across the U.S. Assistant Project Managers are placed on project sites for the duration of the build (typically 8–12 months) and then transition to the next project.

This is onsite, working on the project site, working hours are Monday through Friday, from 8:00am to 5:00pm local time or other working hours the site may establish. Overtime and weekend working hours will be required as needed.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support Project Managers in the execution of project deliverables, schedules, and timelines
• Lead procurement processes and coordinate engineering solutions in collaboration with project personnel
• Acquire and sustain all necessary permits and ensure rigorous adherence to project specifications
• Track project progress, reporting, and key performance metrics
• Maintain project documentation and ensure alignment with project specifications
• Support cost tracking, resource planning, and overall project controls
• Demonstrate leadership in safety, initiating job hazard analyses, and advocating for safe work practices throughout the project duration

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related engineering discipline, plus a minimum of two years of construction experience; OR a minimum of seven years of experience managing high voltage substations, PV, BESS, or similarly complex capital projects. with a proven record of successfully completing projects.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Experience with construction scheduling, CPM logic, and industry best practices
• Willingness to travel full-time (100% nationwide)
• Fluent in written and spoken English

BENEFITS

• Competitive per diem rate
• Company vehicle provided
• Annual bonus opportunity
• Rotation al program
• Employer paid medical plan options with company HSA contributions
• Employer paid base dental and vision coverage
• Employer paid life, AD&D, short term and long term disability coverage
• 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting
• Generous paid time off, paid sick leave, company holidays and floating holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Education r eimbursement program
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program and additional paid leave benefits

EXAMPLE OF PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Able to climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding, stairways, etc.
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, or work at elevated heights as well as in confined spaces (towers, vessels, excavations, etc.)
• Able to walk or move continuously while carrying 50 lbs. of tools and/or materials. It is recommended to get assistance to lift items over 50 lbs
• Must be able to stand or walk for long periods of time

Hanwha Qcells is proud to be an at-will Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination against race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status and any other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

It is important to note that the job descriptions provided by Qcells USA Corp are not intended to be comprehensive lists of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the positions. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice, reflecting our dynamic and evolving work environment.

We are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Hanwha Qcells will provide reasonable accommodations to all qualified individuals with disabilities to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and/or receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodations at hr‑[e-mail].

This job position is specific to Qcells USA Corp. only and not any other Hanwha affiliates. The above-listed salary range is required by the California Pay Transparency Act and may differ depending on the location of those candidates hired nationwide. The salary range shared in the job description is for the listed position and only pertains to the candidate if they work in Irvine, CA. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to internal pay equity, skill set, education, licenses and certifications, geographic location, essential job duties and requirements, and the necessary experience relative to the job’s minimum qualifications. If candidates are considered for a nationwide role, then the compensation range will follow the marketability of the job function within those states. An additional discretionary bonus structure or incentives may be offered as part of the overall compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, dental, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

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