New Homes Field Manager - San Diego

Qcells North America

United States

On-site

USD 98,000 - 118,000

Full time

16 hours ago

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Job summary

Hanwha Q CELLS America Inc. in San Diego seeks a Field Manager to oversee solar and storage installations in new home communities.

You will manage on-site construction, coordinate builders, installers, and field ops to ensure safety, schedule, and quality. The role requires eight years of project management experience, strong communication, and a proven ability to lead cross-functional teams in a fast-growing solar deployment environment.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree and eight+ years of project management experience.
Three+ years in Field Operations and Operations Management for solar/storage.
Ability to interpret master plan and PV/ESS design sets with attention to detail.
Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

Manage on-site construction and coordinate schedules with builders and installers.
Provide site visits to ensure safety, schedule, and quality workmanship.
Train Installation Partners on safety, quality, and best practices.
Lead cross-functional resolution of technical/logistical challenges.
Guide commissioning and activation with mechanical/electrical troubleshooting.
Maintain project data in CRM, fulfillment portals, and financing tools.
Escalate design changes and provide redlines for field adjustments.
Occasionally submit or retrieve permits and host inspections with AHJs.

Skills

Project management

Field operations

Renewable energy

Construction coordination

Safety oversight

Scheduling

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or related field

Tools

CRM software

Job description

POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Qcells Home Energy Solutions seeks a Field Manager located in the San Diego area to manage the overall construction of solar and battery projects in new home developments. As a Field Manager, you will be responsible for on-site oversight and management of solar and battery storage system installations throughout the home construction process.

Description
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Qcells Home Energy Solutions seeks a Field Manager located in the San Diego area to manage the overall construction of solar and battery projects in new home developments. As a Field Manager, you will be responsible for on-site oversight and management of solar and battery storage system installations throughout the home construction process.
Major responsibilities include conducting job site visits to ensure installers complete contracted scopes safely, on schedule, and with best-in-class quality workmanship.
The ideal candidate is a construction professional with experience working with new home builders and relevant trades, including framing, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, roofing, photovoltaics, and energy storage.
Responsibilities

Participate in new community kickoffs, pre-construction walkthroughs, and key builder meetings related to field operations.
Serve as the primary point of contact for Builder Superintendents to align construction schedules, coordinate inspections, and resolve field-related issues to prevent delays.
Provide accurate installation progress updates through regular community visits and close coordination with site superintendents and installation partner crews.
Deliver ongoing training to Installation Partners covering safety, quality, timeliness, communication, and installation best practices.
Lead the resolution of technical and logistical challenges by collaborating cross-functionally with builders, installers, and internal Operations teams.
Guide installers, builders, and homeowners through commissioning and activation processes, including hands‑on support for mechanical and electrical troubleshooting.
Act as the technical subject matter expert (SME) on Qcells PV and ESS mechanical and electrical systems for builders, installers, and Field Operations teams.
Conduct quality audits and ensure construction meets design specifications, safety standards, and scope‑of‑work requirements.
Analyze installer performance and scorecard results to drive continuous improvement.
Escalate design changes that could affect system performance, homeowner satisfaction, or inspection/PTO approvals and provide redlines for approved field‑based adjustments.
Optimize travel and site visits using routing software to meet weekly, monthly, and quarterly activation goals efficiently.
Maintain accurate project data within CRM systems, fulfillment portals, and financier tools.
Support Procurement and Supply Chain teams with periodic inventory reconciliation as needed.
Attend team and partner meetings to share feedback and best practices.
Occasionally submit or retrieve permits and host inspections with AHJs as required.
Ensure adherence to operational procedures and industry best practices to maintain consistency and quality across all installations.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in business or a related field with a minimum of eight years of project management experience, including three or more years in Field Operations and Operations Management supporting solar and storage projects within new home communities.
Ability to interpret, implement, and adhere to master plan sets and PV/ESS design sets with exceptional attention to detail and critical-thinking skills to optimize layouts and system specifications.
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills, with a process-driven approach focused on developing long‑term solutions.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present new home solar contractor performance to internal and external stakeholders.
Entrepreneurial mindset with a demonstrated ability to thrive in a high‑growth environment.
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
Ability tolocally 50–75% to visit job sites while remaining within the assigned territory, with no overnight travel required, and in strict compliance with Qcells and OSHA safety requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

Background in Construction, Roofing, Solar or Electrical.
Preferred OSHA 30 Certification.

Compensation
In accordance with applicable pay transparency laws, the anticipated annual base salary for this position is:

Zone 1 (Bay Area, NYC): $106,900 – $128,300
Zone 2 (CA, NJ, NY): $98,000 – $117,600
Zone 3 (All others): $89,100 – $106,900

Hanwha Q CELLS America Inc. (“HQCA”) is a Qcells company, one of the world’s largest manufacturers and providers of solar photovoltaic (PV) products and solutions. Headquartered in Irvine, California, HQCA has been rapidly expanding its business in North America through the expansion of products and solutions, including distributed energy solutions, direct‑to‑homeowner solar sales and financing, and EPC services. We provide an opportunity to be part of an exciting and growing world‑class global business in an interesting and expanding industry of the future.

Physical, Mental & Environmental Demands
To comply with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the essential physical, mental and environmental requirements for this job are listed below. These are requirements normally expected to perform regular job duties. Incumbent must be able to successfully perform all of the functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Mobility
Standing
20% of time
Sitting
70% of time
Walking
10% of time
Strength
Pulling
up to 10 Pounds
Pushing
up to 10 Pounds
Carrying
up to 10 Pounds
Lifting
up to 10 Pounds
Dexterity(F = Frequently, O = Occasionally, N = Never)
Typing
F
Handling
F
Reaching
F
Agility(F = Frequently, O = Occasionally, N = Never)
Turning
F
Twisting
F
Bending
O
Crouching
O
Balancing
N
Climbing
N
Crawling
N
Kneeling
N
The salary range is required by the California Pay Transparency Act and may differ depending on the location of those candidates hired nationwide. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to, skill set, education, licenses and certificates, essential job duties and requirements, and the necessary experience relative to the job’s minimum qualifications.