HANWHA Q CELLS USA INC is hiring a
Associate Director of Project Planning in United States

Summary

The Associate Director of Project Planning will lead the internal project planning team at Hanwha Q CELLS USA Corp., overseeing activities from project inception to award and ensuring alignment with project goals, timelines, and budgetary constraints. They will also mentor team members and champion a culture of safety. The position is remote and requires travel up to 25%.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or another related field is preferred
• Graduate degree in engineering or another related field is highly preferred
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in engineering or construction
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in solar development
• Extensive track record of successfully designing and building large scale solar power plants preferably in the Americas, and a demonstrated track record of delivering results
• Detailed knowledge and understanding of all phases of the renewables power plant development, including engineering, procurement, and construction and project management
• Experience working with project developers and understanding of the RFP process
• Have insight to highlight key risk factors and provide and deliver best EPC cost estimates
• Solid experience with current solar EPC tools and processes, and remain current on best practices and trends in the industry
• Demonstrated track record of initiating programs that lead to significant cost reduction and/or performance improvement

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of project planning professionals, including EPC Contracts department, Project Management, and Permitting
• Mentor and coach team members to foster their professional growth and development
• Serve as a mediator in resolving conflicts or disputes within the project planning team or with external stakeholders
• Champion a culture of safety within the project planning team and across project sites
• Oversee project planning activities from project inception to award, ensuring alignment with project goals, timelines, and budgetary constraints
• Drive process improvements and implement best practices to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of project planning operations
• Stay informed about industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in project planning and project management
• Ensure the Project Planning Management team is communicating and collaborating with the Estimating department to ensure all activities and deliverables are being completed within the parameters of the project schedule and requirements
• Aid in the development of comprehensive project execution plans, identifying potential risks and mitigation strategies to ensure successful project execution
• Collaborate with legal and procurement teams to negotiate and execute EPC contracts, ensuring compliance with company standards and legal requirements
• Lead commercial negotiations with clients, vendors, subcontractors, and suppliers to secure favorable terms and pricing for project materials and services
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including clients, engineers, and regulatory agencies, to facilitate communication and ensure project alignment
• Manage an extensive pipeline of PV solar and ESS projects from a diverse portfolio of internal developed and third-party clients
• Lead the team through organizational changes, ensuring smooth transitions and effective adaptation to new processes, technologies, and project requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding of solar module manufacturing and O&M experience is a plus
• Ability to manage and lead large technical organizations, including significant experience managing numerous suppliers and contractors
• Capability to interact with leadership cross-culturally, both within and outside the organization

Benefits

• Salary range: [$]
• Remote work options