Construction Manager

The company brings a decade of global leadership in solar PV to deliver utility-scale power generation plants customized for local and regional energy markets. HQC US offers the full spectrum of PV solutions – from the core technology of cells and modules to large-scale project development and investment. With proven capabilities across the solar and battery storage value chain, HQC US minimizes uncertainty and risk and helps customers achieve a higher return on their investment in renewable energy.

The Construction Manager will manage utility-scale photovoltaic installation projects at all stages of work. This position reports to the Senior Director of Project Management, or another management personnel that the President of the Company may designate. This position is located in Irvine, CA and working hours are Monday through Friday, from 8:00am to 5:00pm or 9:00am to 6:00pm local time. Overtime and weekend working hours may be required as needed. This position is expected to travel up to 50%.

Essential Job Function & Responsibilities

• Regular attendance, in accordance with company’s attendance policy and supervisory assignment, is an essential job duty requirement for this position; and
• Supervise and take responsibility for utility-scale photovoltaic installation projects at all stages of work;
• Creating and implementing construction planning schedules;
• Coordinating suppliers and construction companies on site;
• Managing and monitoring building site logistics;
• Tracking and maintaining project schedule;
• Ensure that all work is installed in accordance with the company, projects, and utilities’ QA/QC plans;
• Coordinate third party QA/QC inspections as needed;
• Ensure that all work is executed in a safe manner in accordance with OSHA, and company EHS rules and requirements;
• Effectively and promptly communicating and anticipating project issues with management team;
• Coordinating required inspections from governing agencies;
• Assist in the negotiating and awarding of contracts for parts of building work;
• Ensuring that building work (structural and civil engineering) is completed to schedule, within budget, and per code requirements;
• Managing and monitoring subcontractors;
• Handling all processes involving the building authorities up to the project handover;
• Carrying out all building acceptance procedures as well as establishing and following up work to be carried out under guarantee;
• Coordinate installation with internal and 3rd party engineers;
• Collaborate with team members when necessary to ensure effective communication and results; and
• Perform other duties and special projects, as assigned by manager or Senior Vice President.

Required Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Management, or another related engineering science
• Minimum of 7 years of professional experience managing the construction of major projects, preferably in the building of power stations or supply networks, or other utility-scale construction projects
• Solar PV or wind power project experience, preferred
• Willingness to travel, up to 50% of the time
• Excellent skills in MS Project or comparable project management tool, and possess strong technical aptitude, including knowledge of software development methodologies and processes.
• Strong in Microsoft Office Suite
• Fluent in written and spoken English
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Assertive, able to cope with pressure, a team player
• Travel: up to 50% as needed

$100,000 – $125,000 a year

The anticipated starting pay range of this position, which is to be located in Irvine, CA is $100 , 000 – $125, 000 base salary per year.

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. 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.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Stationary Position: frequently remains stationary up to 90% of the time and sitting up to 8 hours in a day
• Move/Traverse: infrequently bend, stand, stoop and/or walk
• Carry Weight: infrequently carry weight and/or lift objects (light to heavy) weighing up to 10 pounds
• Hearing and Speech: frequently communicates with the ability to hear and talk on a regular basis with employees, coworkers, and all personnel matters; must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations
• Sight: frequent use of sight to detect images on computer, office documents, and office objects near and far
• Climb: occasionally ascends/descends on stairway to get to office upper and lower floors
• Travel: review above travel requirement for this position

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Regular professional, office business setting
• Noise level ranges from low to moderate (if in office setting)
• Noise level ranges from moderate to high (if on construction worksite)

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