Sr. Project Coordinator

Qcells North America; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Axia by Qcells is seeking a Senior Project Coordinator to oversee a portfolio of complex projects, refining strategies, and ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery with exceptional customer experience.

You will work with senior management and cross-functional teams to develop detailed plans, allocate resources, and manage risks while delivering high-quality results for North America operations. This role is based in Irvine, CA.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of proven project coordination/management experience, preferably in retrofit renewables.
• Ability to translate complex processes into detailed project plans and schedules.
• Strong leadership and customer-experience skills, guiding peers and engaging stakeholders.
• Excellent prioritization and time-management abilities with attention to detail.
• Proven client-facing skills, negotiation, and conflict resolution.
• Hands-on experience with enterprise-grade PM tools and risk management.
• PMP/PRINCE2 or similar certification is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a pipeline of projects from sale through operation with clear stakeholder communications.
• Break complex projects into actionable tasks with defined timeframes and priorities.
• Serve as senior point of contact for project communications with clients and stakeholders.
• Coordinate interdepartmental resources to ensure optimal project utilization and customer experience.
• Identify risks early and develop contingency plans to protect outcomes.
• Monitor progress, adapt plans, and address challenges to keep projects on track.
• Mentor teams and maintain comprehensive project documentation and records.
• Review and approve project-related legal documents and ensure compliance.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Customer experience

Risk management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

CRM software

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.

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.

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.

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

Salary Range Notes

• This target salary range is for CA positions only and should not be interpreted as an offer of compensation.

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.

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