Project Manager, Utility Scale Construction

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

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Medical plan with HSA

Dental & Vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Parental leave

Life, AD&D and disability coverage

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Hanwha Qcells USA Corp seeks an experienced Project Manager for utility-scale solar and BESS EPC projects across the U.S. This evergreen posting supports upcoming work with the ability to travel up to 50%. The role manages all phases of projects, ensuring safety, on-time delivery, and budget compliance.

Strong PM skills and utility-scale experience required. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. and sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

• Prior utility scale solar experience is required.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or related field.
• 5+ years of professional experience managing medium-to-large construction projects, including utility scale solar.
• Experience utilizing PM tools and managing critical path and compliance documentation.
• Able to read design documents, blueprints, and MS Project schedules.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all stages of million dollar+ construction projects.
• Develop, manage and maintain project schedules and budgets.
• Prepare and review schedules, budgets, and resource allocations with risk mitigation.
• Track project progress, reporting, and KPI.
• Prepare reports on costs, revenues and timelines for internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain scopes of work, standards, and quotes from suppliers.
• Primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Solar project mgmt

PM tools familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction/PM

Tools

Microsoft Project

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Description

Project Manager, Utility Scale Construction

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 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.

SUMMARY

This is an evergreen opportunity supporting upcoming solar and BESS EPC projects across the U.S. Project Managers oversee all phases of the project lifecycle, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget. Prior utility scale solar construction experience is required. This is not tied to a single active opening, and candidates will be considered as project needs arise. This is a home-based position with travel up to 50% based on project needs, with standard working hours Monday through Friday. 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

• Overall responsibility for all stages of million dollar+ construction projects
• Develop,manage and maintain project schedules and budgets throughout project lifecycle.
• Prepare and review project schedules, budgets, and resource allocations, identifying potential risks and implementing mitigation strategies.
• Track project progress, reporting, and key performance metrics
• Cost reporting–Prepare reports regarding the current status of a project to show estimated costs, revenues, and project timeline responsible for project reporting to both internal and external parties.
• Maintain scopes of work, standards and quotes from suppliers in accordance with on time, on budget approach.
• Serve as the primary point of contract for internal and external stakeholders, escalating issues, as needed.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior utility scale solar experience is required.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or related field
• 5+ years of professional experience managing the performance of medium-to-large construction projects, including direct experience managing utility scale solar construction projects.
• Experience utilizing PM tools, organization and management of critical path and compliance documentation, and other deliverables.
• Able to read, analyze and understand design documents, blueprints, and Microsoft Project Schedules as well as Word, Excel and Outlook.

BENEFITS

• Annual bonus opportunity
• Employer paid medical plan options with company HSA contributions
• Employer paid base dental and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting
• Generous paid time off, paid sick leave, company holidays and floating holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Company paid life, AD&D, short term and long term disability coverage
• Education reimbursement 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

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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 [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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