Project Quality Manager

e-STORAGE; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

e-STORAGE, a leader in battery energy storage systems, seeks a Project Quality Manager to plan, lead, and monitor quality across multifaceted projects in the US. You will drive the Site-Specific Quality Plan, oversee ISO-aligned procedures, and coordinate with owner reps, EPCs, and suppliers to ensure quality and safety.

This role requires a bachelor's degree in a related field, 3+ years in project quality, and hands-on QA tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in quality, project management, construction management, engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in project quality management, preferably in renewable energy.
• Hands-on quality tools experience; Six Sigma green/black belt is a plus.
• Lead auditor certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Set up, implement, and update PQMS according to ISO standards.
• Lead safety and quality culture across projects.
• Plan, organize, lead, and monitor QA activities on site.
• Develop SSQP and ITP to meet clients' contractual requirements.
• Lead and apply lessons learned for continuous improvement.
• Identify, track, and document quality issues and resolutions.
• Coordinate with engineering, procurement, and O&M teams.
• Travel within the US, Canada, Europe; flexible hours as needed.

Skills

Quality management

Project quality

Quality planning

Audits / Lead auditor

Six Sigma

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in quality, project management, construction management, engineering, or related field

Job description

Ready to Make a Real Impact? Join e-STORAGE!

Who We Are

Welcome to e-STORAGE, a proud member of the Canadian Solar Inc. (NASDAQ: CSIQ) family! We're leading the way in designing, building, and integrating advanced battery energy storage systems for utility-scale projects. Our mission? To accelerate the world's renewable energy transition and create a more sustainable, resilient energy future for everyone.
With our innovative SolBank lithium-iron phosphate battery technology and comprehensive project services, we're not just building products we're powering communities and making a difference worldwide.
e-STORAGE is a subsidiary of Canadian Solar and a leading company specializing in the design, manufacturing, and integration of battery energy storage systems for utility-scale applications. The Company offers its own proprietary LFP battery solution, comprehensive EPC services, and innovative solutions aimed at improving grid operations, integrating clean energy, and contributing to a sustainable future. e-STORAGE has successfully implemented over 3.3 GWh DC of battery energy storage solutions in various locations, including the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and China. This significant accomplishment solidifies e-STORAGE's position as a key player in the global energy storage integration industry. Currently, the Company operates two fully automated, state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities with an annual production capacity of approaching 20 GWh. e-STORAGE is fully equipped to continue providing high-quality, scalable energy storage solutions and contribute to the widespread adoption of clean energy.

For Additional Information About E-STORAGE, Visit Www.csestorage.com

Canadian Solar was founded in 2001 in Canada and has been listed on NASDAQ since 2006. It is now one of the world's largest solar technology and renewable energy companies. Canadian Solar is a leading manufacturer of solar photovoltaic modules, provider of solar energy and battery storage solutions, and developer of utility-scale solar power and battery storage projects with a geographically diversified pipeline in various stages of development. Over the past 22 years, Canadian Solar has successfully delivered over 102 GW of premium-quality, solar photovoltaic modules to customers across the world. Likewise, since entering the project development business in 2010, Canadian Solar has developed, built, and connected over 9 GWp of solar power projects and over 3 GWh of battery storage projects across the world. Currently, the Company has approximately 700 MWp of solar power projects in operation, 8 GWp of projects under construction or in backlog (late-stage), and an additional 17 GWp of projects in advanced and early-stage pipeline. In addition, the Company has a total battery storage project development pipeline of 52 GWh, including approximately 2 GWh under construction or in backlog, and an additional 50 GWh at advanced and early-stage development. Canadian Solar is one of the most bankable companies in the solar and renewable energy industry.

For Additional Information About Canadian Solar, Visit Www.canadiansolar.com

Position Title: Project Quality Manager
Department: Quality
Entity: e-STORAGE
Reports To: Sr. Project Quality Director
Location: US - TX, CA or AZ
Position Summary:
CS e-Storage is looking for a Project Quality Manager to plan, lead, execute, and monitor all project quality work. The Project Quality Manager is responsible for executing the Project’s Site-Specific Quality Plan (SSQP), leading root cause analysis (RCA) of any quality issues, and communicating solutions developed and lessons learned. This individual serves as the main point of contact for project quality management and acts as a quality ambassador for coordination with various stakeholders, including owner representatives, EPC contractors, equipment suppliers, O&M service providers, and CS e-storage team members. Strong leadership in achieving quality objectives, extensive experience in construction project quality management, good communication, teamwork, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work under pressure and tight timelines are highly valued in this position.

Essential Duties

• Set up, implement, and update the project quality management system (PQMS) according to ISO standards to meet the evolving BESS business development and project quality.
• Cultivate, drive, and exemplify a "Safety First, Quality Must" culture that emphasizes personal responsibility, openness, continuous learning, and improvement. Focus on doing things safely and right the first time.
• Plan, organize, lead, and monitor all aspects of project quality assurance activities at various project phases. Manage supplier and contractor quality, review ITPs and NCRs, and conduct quality audits.
• Develop the Project Site-Specific Quality Plan (SSQP) and the Inspection and Test Plan (ITP) in collaboration with project team members to meet clients' contractual requirements.
• Lead and facilitate the application of lessons learned from past projects to future projects, driving continuous improvement in project quality.
• Identify, track, and document quality issues/non-compliances and communicate their resolution according to the contractual requirements and the SSQP.
• Coordinate with engineering, project execution, and O&M teams to resolve equipment issues and proactively prevent performance problems. Assist the commercial, procurement, and legal teams with quality-related tasks.
• Travel as needed within the US, Canada, Europe, Australia, and other locations, sometimes with short notice, including weekends or overnight stays. Work flexible hours (evenings, weekends) as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Quality Director and management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in quality disciplines, project management, construction management, engineering, or a related field.
• Proven track record in project quality management with a minimum of 3 years' experience in a similar role, preferably in the renewable energy industry.
• Expertise in quality planning, assurance, and control with hands-on experience using a variety of quality tools. Six sigma green belt or black belt preferred.
• Experienced in performing internal audits. Lead auditor certification a plus.