Sr. Project Coordinator

Qcells North America

Irvine (CA)

On-site

USD 95,000 - 130,000

Full time

45 hours ago

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Job summary

Axia by Qcells in Irvine, CA, seeks a Senior Project Coordinator to oversee a portfolio of renewable energy projects from scoping to operation. You will refine strategies, optimize processes, and ensure on-time, on-budget delivery with exceptional customer experience.

You will lead cross-functional teams, develop detailed plans, and manage resources, timelines, and financial allocations, while mentoring staff and maintaining meticulous documentation.

Qualifications

3-5 years of experience in a Project Coordinator or similar role, managing complex projects end-to-end.
Ability to develop detailed project plans and interpret complex schedules and charts.
Proven leadership and customer experience skills, guiding peers and influencing senior management.
Strong prioritization and time-management abilities to deliver high-quality results.
Skilled in client-facing situations, ambiguity navigation, and conflict resolution.
Hands-on experience with advanced project management tools and CRM systems, plus risk management.
PMP, PRINCE2, or similar certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Oversee a pipeline of projects from sale to operation and beyond with strong stakeholder experience.
Break complex projects into manageable actions, establish timeframes, and prioritize tasks.
Serve as the senior contact for all project communications with clients and stakeholders.
Coordinate with departments to allocate resources and ensure optimal utilization.
Identify risks and develop contingency plans to safeguard outcomes.
Monitor progress against goals and adapt plans to address challenges.
Mentor and support project teams to enhance capabilities.
Review and approve legal documents and ensure regulatory compliance.
Maintain comprehensive project documentation for easy access.

Skills

Project coordination

Leadership

Client-facing

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Cross-functional teamwork

Communication

Time management

Process improvement

Education

PMP or PRINCE2 certification

Bachelor's degree or higher

3-5 years project coordination experience

Tools

Enterprise CRM

MS Project

Forecasting tools

Job description

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Axia by Qcells is seeking an experienced Senior Project Coordinator to oversee and manage complex project activities across our organization. In this pivotal role, the Senior Project Coordinator will be responsible for refining project strategies, optimizing processes, and ensuring the seamless execution of a portfolio of projects. You will work closely with senior management and cross-functional teams to develop detailed project plans encompassing resources, timelines, and financial allocations while delivering five-star customer experience. The ideal candidate will possess advanced project management skills, a keen ability to navigate and resolve high-level challenges, a talent for maintaining meticulous attention to detail across broad scopes and providing delightful customer interactions and service. Your goal will be to ensure all projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and of exceptional quality.

Responsibilities

Oversee a pipeline of projects from sale to permission to operate and beyond with abundant communication, effectiveness, and providing amazing stakeholder experience, while working well cross functionally.
Break complex projects into manageable actions, establish timeframes, and prioritize tasks effectively.
Serve as the senior point of contact for all project-related communications, managing relationships with clients and stakeholders to gather detailed project requirements, scope, and objectives.
Coordinate with departments to allocate necessary resources and personnel, ensuring optimal project utilization and world-class customer experience.
Proactively identify potential risks and develop contingency plans. Elevate risk management strategies to safeguard project outcomes.
Continuously monitor project progress against goals, adapting plans and strategies to address challenges and blockages as they arise.
Mentor and support project teams, fostering a collaborative environment and enhancing team capabilities.
Review and approve all project-related legal documents, ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
Maintain and enhance comprehensive project documentation, ensuring all details are accurately captured and readily accessible.

Required Qualifications

H.S. Diploma + 3-5 years (or a bachelor's degree + 1-3 years) of a proven track record as a Project Coordinator or in a similar role, including managing complex projects from inception to completion, ideally in the retrofit residential PV + ESS renewable energy sector
2+ years of demonstrated expertise in developing detailed project plans using various methodologies. Ability to interpret complex flowcharts, schedules, and action plans.
2+ years of experience demonstrating excellent leadership and customer experience enhancing skills, capable of guiding peers and influencing senior-level management and stakeholders to drive positive business outcomes and unparalleled customer experience.
Exceptional prioritization and time-management abilities, focusing on delivering high-quality positive impact.
Strong capabilities in client-facing situations and teamwork; adept at negotiating, navigating ambiguity, resolving conflicts, and solving ambiguous challenges.
Hands-on experience with advanced project management tools (e.g., enterprise-level CRMs) and quality assurance and risk management familiarity.
PMP, PRINCE2, or similar project management certification is strongly preferred.

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 certifications, essential job duties and requirements, and the necessary experience relative to the job’s minimum qualifications.