Director Of Epc Strategy

Hanwha Q CELLS USA Corp (“HQC US”) develops, invests, and delivers solar photovoltaic (PV) and battery energy storage systems (BESS) projects through Engineering, Procurement, Construction (EPC) services in North America.
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.
Summary
Director of GES Strategy is responsible for leading the EPC capabilities build-up in Engineering / Procurement / Construction. This role will directly support EPC division in terms of strategic road map for the procurement and construction. This role will be responsible for the creation and delivery of analysis that enables data-driven, informed decision-making in complex, new and changing EPC business environments, and presentation to the Headquarters.
In addition, this role has responsibilities to create synergy in the business arms of HQC US in terms of their growth strategies and execution progress and actively communicate with the business arms to have their strategies aligned with not only HQC US but also the Headquarters. This position reports to the Executive VP of GES Strategy, 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 30%.
Essential Job Function & Responsibilities

• Develop the overall long term Project procurement strategy, including closely coordinating with the Procurement, Development and Financing teams to ensure that equipment is procured and delivered to meet the contract timelines
• Regular attendance, in accordance with company's attendance policy and supervisory assignment, is an essential job duty requirement for this position; and
• Work cross-functionally, including establishing consensus and influencing decision-making.
• Translate the project's business targets into a Project Procurement management plan in order to ensure Procurement is technically and financially able to meet the overall aims of projects
• Ensure effective coordination, information sharing and hand-off to the Construction Management team, highlighting key project risks, background, and open tasks.
• Define the self-perform strategy in Mechanical and Electrical works in Solar EPC and make growth plan for employees, equipment and construction yard/storage.
• Contribute to the annual strategic planning process and execution/implementation plans.
• Support key strategic tasks within GES entities particularly on the EPC capability growth.
• Partner with Key internal Stakeholders and EPC division to drive alignment with senior management on category strategies and sourcing plans, and to select qualified suppliers that align with QCELLS’s growth ambitions across the region
• Work collaboratively with other operations team members on project execution and process development including project procurement, construction management, and project controls.
• Analyze industry, competitor, and technology dynamics and trends to generate insights that inform the company’s strategy.
• Communicate findings/recommendations with management and support business collaboration with key stakeholders.
• Develop recommendations and the strategy for growth in the EPC, including where to compete and how to win (e.g., competitive advantage).
• Analyze EPC capabilities and present idea for the expansion plan of the organization
• Perform other duties and special projects, as assigned; and
• Conduct non-routine site visits.

Required Qualifications

• Able to structure and present complex business matters effectively
• Experience in EPC contract negotiation, set-up and management
• Experience in Self-performing Civil, Mechanical or Electrical works in Solar
• Strong personal leadership and ability staying on course in continuously changing environment
• More than 10 years’ experience in the engineering, project management, program management, or project delivery with at least 5 years in management / leadership position. 5 years minimum experience in Utility solar projects.
• Assertive, able to cope with pressure, a team player
• Strong, self-motivated team player; and,
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present and explain complex information clearly.
• Willingness to travel, up to 30% of the time.
• Ability to collaborate and work across multi-departments and business entities.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering; Master’s Degree a plus

SALARY RANGE FOR POSITION
The anticipated starting pay range of this position, which is to be located in Irvine, CA is $ 135,000.00 - $150,000.00 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

• Carry Weight: infrequently carry weight and/or lift objects (light to heavy) weighing up to 10 pounds
• Stationary Position: frequently remains stationary up to 90% of the time and sitting up to 8 hours in a day
• Climb: occasionally ascends/descends on stairway to get to office upper and lower floors
• Move/Traverse: infrequently bend, stand, stoop and/or walk
• Travel: review above travel requirement for this position
• 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

WORK ENVIRONMENT

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

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