Director of Project Management

Department: Operations

Locations: Teaneck, NJ

Supervisor: Vice-President of Operations

FLSA Status: Exempt

Position Status: Full Time – Employment

Work Status (Remote/Hybrid/In-Office): Remote

DIRECTOR OF PROJECT MANAGEMENT

QCELLS Enable is the EPC branch of Qcells for the Commercial, Industrial, Distributed Generation, and Small Utility Scale solar markets. Our mission is to provide world class design and installation of large-scale PV and ESS systems throughout the US. Our position as a leading module manufacturer means we can offer end-to-end solutions for project developers and asset managers. We are expanding our offerings and have several open positions currently in our Teaneck, New Jersey headquarters.

Summary

The Director of Project Management will lead the Project Management department and will play a vital role within the Qcells Enable organization to enable our vision of becoming the Ieading C&I PV and ESS EPC solution provider in US. The Director of Project Management is expected to draw upon a fundamental project management and construction background and direct experience to lead the successful build out of MW scale ground mount solar power systems.

The Director will also build and mentor a large diverse cross functional team located throughout the Americas, as well as oversees a broad network of suppliers and partners.

This position reports to the VP of Operations or another management personnel that President of the Company may designate. This position requires up to 25% travel to our offices or Jobsites.This position is located in Teaneck, NJ

Essential Job Function & Responsibilities

• Manage Senior Project Managers, Project Managers, Associate Project Managers and providing proper resourcing for on-time and on-budget completion of all C&I PV and ESS EPC projects
• Responsible for management of all C&I PV and projects from contract execution until post PTO
• Manage all aspects of project management for ongoing C&I PV projects including but not limited to: Licensing, permitting, zoning, interconnection, sub contracting, engineering, contract management, scheduling, procurement, incentives, internal installation efforts, inspections, testing, Quality Assurance, Commissioning, budgeting, costs
• Provide point of escalation for customer and subcontractor issues
• Review activity reports, and other performance data to measure productivity and goal achievement and to determine areas needing cost reduction and program improvement;
• Some travel to work sites is required;
• Support and cooperate with sales and proposal to win new EPC bids ;
• Support internal planning group with periodic and ad-hoc reporting.
• Review activity reports, and other performance data to measure productivity and goal achievement and to determine areas needing cost reduction and program improvement, facilitate a “lessons learned meeting” after project completion to document areas of improvement and excellenceWhile most of this work will be carried out in the New York office location, some travel to work sites is required; and
• All other assignments and special projects, as requested by Management.
• Mentor Project Management team.
• Provide training on project management fundamentals including scheduling, budgeting and scope review and execution.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of Project Management experience, required;
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in solar or renewable energy industry, preferred;
• Experience working with Electric Utilities preferred;
• NABCEP Certification, preferred;
• PMP Certification, preferred;
• Fluency in MS Project, or equivalent project management software;
• Ability to read plan sets, do take offs, create Bill of Materials and procurement bids;
• Strong Proficiency using Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Project, Outlook);
• Must enjoy working within a team and working independently;
• Professional appearance and effective interpersonal skills, comfortable in an office setting as well as on a commercial construction job site;
• Excellent time management and financial management skills; and
• Excellent ability to communicate among construction, technical and non-technical personnel, both internally and outside the company; and
• Comfortable working in a fast-moving dynamic, environment.

What We Offer

• Benefits- medical, vision, and dental coverage starts day one, no waiting period
• 401k company match
• PTO + Sick Days + Bank Holidays
• Opportunity for career advancement

EXAMPLES OF 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: up to 25% as needed

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)

QCELLS Enable is proud to be an at-will Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination against race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status and any other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

It is important to note that the job descriptions provided by QCELLS Enable 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, QCELLS Enable will provide reasonable accommodations to all qualified individuals with disabilities to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodations at [email protected].

Nothing in this statement shall imply implicitly or explicitly a guarantee of employment outside our at-will employment opportunity.

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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