Site Manager (100% Travel Nationwide)

Qcells

Ankeny, IA

JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time
LOCATION
Ankeny, IA
POSTED
6 days ago

Description

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Site Manager: 100% Nationwide Travel 

 

Join Hanwha Qcells USA Corp and support the build of utility-scale solar and energy storage projects across the U.S. This is an evergreen posting forfuture project needs across our solar and BESS EPC portfolio. We are actively building a pipeline of qualified Site Managers to support upcoming work. 

IMPORTANT: Travel & Relocation Requirement 

  • 100% nationwide travel is required  
  • You will relocate to project sites for 8–12 months at a time  
  • This is a fully on-site, field-based role  
  • Candidates must be comfortable with a project-to-project travel lifestyle 

SUMMARY 

This is an evergreen opportunity supporting upcoming solar and BESS EPC projects across the U.S. Site Managers are placed on project sites for the duration of the build (typically 8–12 months) and then transition to the next project.  

This is onsite, working on the project site, working hours are Monday through Friday, from 8:00am to 5:00pm local time or other working hours the site may establish. Overtime and weekend working hours will be required as needed.  

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time 

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION & RESPONSIBILITIES   

  • Oversees and directs daily construction operations on-site, ensuring strategic sequencing, meticulous planning, and adept execution align with the project's timeline and financial objectives. 
  • Overall responsibility for all stages of construction projects in tens to hundreds of millions of dollars. 
  • Develop and review project schedules, cost estimations, bills of materials, budgets, scopes of work, standards, and quotes from suppliers. 
  • Manage all parties involved (internal and external) and ensure professional project management from system design to construction phase. 
  • Represent project towards external parties such as investors, public authorities, grid operator and others. 

 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS  

  • 5+ years managing large-scale construction projects
  • Proven track record of managing all phases of construction projects from inception to completion, preferably in utility-scale self-perform solar. 
  • Has independently overseen multi-million-dollar projects 
  • Strong understanding of construction methodologies, blueprint reading, and building codes.  
  • Proficient in construction management software, such as Procore, or similar.  
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex information to diverse audiences.  
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate a team, manage subcontractors, and ensure compliance with safety regulations.  

BENEFITS  

  • Competitive per diem rate 
  • Company vehicle provided
  • Annual bonus opportunity 
  • Rotational program  
  • Employer- paid medical insurance premiums (HDHP) 
  • Employer- paid vision and dental coverage 
  • Employer- paid life, disability, community service leave and more  
  • 401(k) with company match  
  • Paid time off, holidays and additional paid leave  
  • Education reimbursement program 
  • Cell phone reimbursement 

EXAMPLE OF PHYSICAL DEMANDS  

  • Able to climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding, stairways, etc.  
  • Stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, or work at elevated heights as well as in confined spaces (towers, vessels, excavations, etc.)   
  • Able to walk or move continuously while carrying 50 lbs. of tools and/or materials. It is recommended to get assistance to lift items over 50 lbs
  • Must be able to stand or walk for long periods of time 

 

Hanwha Qcells 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 USA Corp 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, Hanwha Qcells will provide reasonable accommodations to all qualified individuals with disabilities to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and/or receive other benefits and privileges of employment.  Please contact us to request accommodations at 

hr-usa@qcells.com

  

 

 

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