Senior Preconstruction Manager
Qcells Usa Corp.
Lead preconstruction teams to plan and execute utility‑scale solar and storage projects.
2 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Ankeny, IA
Office Full-Time
Company Size
2,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Development
Engineering
Procurement
Construction
EPC
Project Development
Energy Storage Systems (ESS)
Utility‑scale solar
Sector Specialisms
Utility-Scale Solar
Energy Storage
Commercial & Industrial Energy Solutions
Government Energy Solutions
Renewable Energy
Solar Energy
Energy Management
Grid Services
Role
What you would be doing
execution planning
risk management
cost estimating
schedule coordination
contract management
stakeholder liaison
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including clients, engineers, and regulatory agencies, to facilitate communication and ensure project alignment.
- Engage with local AHJs to understand requirements and present Qcells as a partner of the community.
- Aid in the development of comprehensive project execution plans, identifying potential risks and mitigation strategies to ensure successful project execution.
- Serve as a support system for individual preconstruction managers to help them resolve conflicts or disputes within internal teams or with external stakeholders, fostering positive working relationships and maintaining project momentum.
- Lead and manage multiple preconstruction managers through the preconstruction life-cycle of Projects fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
- Participate in commercial negotiations with clients, vendors, subcontractors, and suppliers to aid in securing favorable terms and pricing for project materials and services.
- Manage expectations with clients to ensure project success while forging lasting relationships with the client to promote repeat business.
- Collaborate with legal, contract managers, and other departments to ensure contract deliverables are being completed and within the project schedule.
- Have insight to highlight key risk factors and provide and deliver best EPC cost estimates;
- Mentor and coach preconstruction managers to foster their professional growth and development, providing regular feedback and opportunities for skill enhancement.
- Carry Weight: infrequently carry weight and/or lift objects (light to heavy) weighing up to 10 pounds
- Ensure proper coordination with the Estimating department to ensure all activities and deliverables are being completed within the parameters of the project schedule and requirements.
- Lead the drafting efforts for Owner requested LNTP’s.
- Work with internal departments such as Procurement, Engineering, Legal, EHSQ, Project Finance, Development, PMO, Systems Integration, Sales, among others to ensure alignment on project needs, expectations, and constraints.
- Provide input on project schedules and provide insight on durations and relationships of activities.
What you bring
solar epc
pmp
engineering degree
3+ years
epc management
rfp
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills;
- Have both long-term strategic perspective and near-term action orientation, strong desire to continuously improve and push limits;
- Noise level ranges from low to moderate (if in office setting)
- Strong team player with high degree of professionalism in which one conducts self at all times;
- Capability to interact with leadership cross-culturally, both within and outside the organization;
- Demonstrated track record of initiating programs that lead to significant cost reduction and/or performance improvement;
- Stationary Position: frequently remains stationary up to 90% of the time and sitting up to 8 hours in a day
- 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;
- Sight: frequent use of sight to detect images on computer, office documents, and office objects near and far
- Graduate degree in engineering or another related field is highly preferred;
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or another related field is preferred;
- Ability to manage and lead large technical organizations, including significant experience managing numerous suppliers and contractors;
- Noise level ranges from moderate to high (if on construction worksite)
- Solid experience with current solar EPC tools and processes, and remain current on best practices and trends in the industry;
- 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
- Detailed knowledge and understanding of all phases of the renewables power plant development, including engineering, procurement, and construction and project management;
- Minimum of 1 years of experience in solar development;
- Experience working with project developers and understanding of the RFP process;
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in engineering, construction, or related industry;
- EPC Contract Management
- Understanding of solar module manufacturing and O&M experience is a plus;
- Travel: up to 25% as needed
- Willingness to travel domestically and internationally;
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred;
- Regular professional, office business setting
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship- no visa sponsorship; applicants must already be authorized to work in the u.s.
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Company
Overview
- A prominent player in the solar energy industry, known for pioneering clean, renewable energy solutions.
- Delivers cutting-edge photovoltaic technology to commercial, residential, and utility-scale projects in North America.
- Specializes in large-scale solar power systems, offering solar modules, storage solutions, and services to optimize energy efficiency.
- Drives projects that help reduce carbon footprints and increase energy independence in the United States.
- Leverages decades of experience in the solar sector, delivering reliable and innovative products as part of a global group.
- Notable projects include utility-scale solar farms and storage solutions, transforming how communities and businesses harness renewable energy.
- Plays a key role in shaping the future of energy infrastructure by collaborating with stakeholders to deploy sustainable energy systems nationwide.
- Customer Centricity
- Innovation
- Integrity
- Collaboration
- Sustainability
2050
Net Zero Target
Aim to achieve net zero carbon emissions, a critical step toward reducing global climate impact.
- Globally leading in solar innovation and energy efficiency.
- Investing in renewable energy projects across the U.S. to enhance clean energy access.
- Solar panel manufacturing with a focus on reducing carbon footprint.
- Advancing energy storage technology to support grid stability and renewable energy adoption.
- Fostering a culture of inclusion where employees of diverse backgrounds are valued
- Promoting equal opportunity in hiring, leadership, and professional development
- Specific gender diversity statistics not disclosed
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