Civil Superintendent

Description

Title: Civil Superin tendent
Department: Operation 1
Location: Project site
Supervisor: General Civil Superintendent
FLSA Status: Exempt
Position Status: On -site

CIVIL SUPERINTENDENT

Hanwha Qcells USA Corp (Qcells USA), headquartered in Irvine, CA, specializes in providing utility-scale modules, solar photovoltaic (PV), and battery energy storage systems (BESS) project development, along with Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) services for solar and BESS projects nationwide. Qcells USA delivers comprehensive turnkey solutions encompassing the entire utility-scale project lifecycle. By choosing Qcells USA for turnkey solutions, customers can reduce uncertainty and risk, leading to enhanced investment returns and contributing to a more sustainable future.

Qcells USA's complete turnkey solutions seamlessly integrate the expertise of our Development, Module, and EPC teams, while ensuring close coordination with other vital internal groups such as Project Finance, Systems Integration, and Legal. This collaborative approach ensures that Qcells USA projects deliver exceptional value and performance. With several multi-billion-dollar investments, Qcells is pioneering the establishment of the only complete module supply chain in the U.S., including the expansion of our Georgia module manufacturing facility, which stands as the largest in the Western Hemisphere.

As an integral part of the global Qcells brand, Qcells USA benefits from a legacy of excellence in photovoltaic manufacturing. Qcells is renowned worldwide for its high-performance, superior-quality solar cells and modules. With dual headquarters in Seoul, South Korea (Global Executive HQ) and Thalheim, Germany (Technology & Innovation HQ), Qcells operates under the umbrella of Hanwha Group, a FORTUNE Global 500 company and one of the top 8 business conglomerates in South Korea.

SUMMARY

The Civil Superintendent is responsible for overseeing field operations, general safety, productivity, schedule, quality work, commissioning, coordination with other superintendent and project leaders on the jobsite . This position reports to the General Civil Superintendent or another senior management personnel that the CEO may designate . This position may be expected to travel up to 100 %, or as needed for the project.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Directs solar/construction personnel and/or installation subcontractors to achieve completion of the project on schedule, within budget, with quality workmanship that conforms to original plans and specifications ;
• Coordination of personnel, material, and equipment needed to meet schedules ;
• Support the team with planning and utilization of proper means and methods for activities ;
• Analyze situations, identify and forecast pertinent problems and evaluate realistic options; and recommend/implement appropriate course of action ;
• Follow and implement the company's Health, Safety & Environmental Polic y;
• Identify welding certification, training and experience appropriate for assignment scope ;
• Coordinate and implement resource s and activities necessary to maintain a safe and quality execution ;
• A ssure all work undertaken is within approved scope boundaries and is in full compliance .
• Coordination with subcontractors on civil techniques and requirements
• Advice site teams on equipment required to build Civil scope
• Identify testing required per projects scope of work on roads compaction and fence
• Communication with engineering parties to meet civil requirements
• Manage manpower needed to complete project assignment
• Maintain and supervise tool room and keep adequate storage
• Coordination with procurement to order civil material
• Superintendents must train crews on installation activities
• Regular attendance in accordance with the company's policy is essential.
• Perform other duties and special projects as directed by supervisory or senior management.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of 4 years of professional experience supporting the constructions of major projects, preferably in the building of power stations or supply networks, or other utility-scale construction projects
• Solar PV or wind power project experience, preferred
• Willingness to travel and relocate from project to project
• Excellent skills in project management tool ( Procore) , and possess strong technical aptitude
• Strong in Microsoft Office Suite
• Fluent in written and spoken English and Excellent written and verbal communication skills =
• Assertive, able to cope with pressure, a team player
• Ability to learn and apply knowledge of applicable local, state/province, and federal/national statutes and guidelines
• Ability to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner
• May have to interact with Owner's Field Representative and outside testing agencies
• Experience operating construction equipment and surveying equipment
• Knowledge of installation methods for the different civil systems in the industry

• SWPPP crews
• SPCC compliance
• Compaction Reports
• Drawing As-builts
• Travel: up to 100 % as needed

LOCATION
Industrial construction sites and/or fabrication shop

EXAMPLES OF MOBILITY BARRIERS ACCESS TO JOB SITE
Uneven ground level
Obstructed pathways
Work performed at low and/or high elevations
Work performed in confined areas

CLIMATIC/ENVIRONMENT CONDITIONS AT JOB SITE
Predominately outdoor climate
May be exposed to extreme hot or cold weather
Excessive humidity , rain, etc.
Various noise levels caused by tools, machinery, equipment, etc.
Potential exposure to chemical substances
Work performed around hazardous equipment.

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 description 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, 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.