Senior Director of Operational Excellence
Qcells EPC, Houston, TX, United States
Senior Director of Operational Excellence
Department: Operational Excellence
Location: Houston, TX
Supervisor: SVP, Operational Excellence
FLSA Status: Exempt
Position Status: Permanent; Full‑Time
Work Status: Hybrid
Hanwha Qcells USA Corp (Qcells USA), headquartered in Houston, TX, 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, reducing uncertainty and risk for customers and contributing to a more sustainable future.
Qcells USA’s complete turnkey solutions seamlessly integrate the expertise of our Module, Development, and EPC teams, while ensuring close coordination with other essential internal groups such as Project Finance, Systems Integration, and Legal. This collaborative approach ensures exceptional value and performance for every project. 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 manufacturing facility, the largest in the Western Hemisphere.
As a global member of the Qcells brand, Qcells USA benefits from a legacy of excellence in photovoltaic manufacturing. Qcells is renowned worldwide for high‑performance, superior‑quality solar cells and modules, operating under the umbrella of Hanwha Group, a Fortune Global 500 company and one of South Korea’s top eight conglomerates.
Summary The Senior Director of Operational Excellence oversees the creation and management of an EPC performance‑management operating system for large‑scale solar PV and storage utility projects. The role works across all functions to identify, measure, audit, and report performance standards, partnering with executive leadership to align operational metrics with organizational strategy and drive enterprise‑wide accountability. The position reports to the SVP of Operational Excellence and is hybrid with a preference for candidates located in or near Houston, TX. Working hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. or 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. CST, with travel up to 50%. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States; sponsorship of employment visas is not available at this time.
Essential Job Function & Responsibilities
Own and maintain standard operating procedures for the COO office (Operations division).
Oversee the creation, implementation, and governance of an Operational Excellence operating system that establishes organization‑wide performance standards, audits against those standards, and develops performance dashboards.
Own project‑level performance management—both content and cadence.
Prepare and deliver organizational performance updates to senior leaders across the organization.
Identify critical performance issues and risk exposure, recommending corrective actions.
Lead cross‑functional improvement initiatives.
Provide subject‑matter expertise across the business to increase productivity, efficiency, profitability, and sustainability.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
Minimum 12 years of experience in construction, including 7 years in a leadership role.
At least 5 years of experience in the solar industry with utility‑scale PV and/or storage.
Project Controls experience highly preferred.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of EPC construction standards and metrics.
Proficiency in Procore, Primavera P6, Bluebeam, HCSS, Salesforce, and Microsoft Office.
Ability to create and present executive‑level dashboards and reports.
Ability to work independently in a fast‑paced, professional team environment with minimal supervision.
Capability to manage and lead a team, setting priorities and expectations.
Ability to travel to corporate offices and job sites up to 50% of the time.
Examples of Physical Demands
Stationary position: remains stationary up to 90% of the time and sits up to 8 hours a day.
Move/Traverse: infrequently bends, stands, stoops, and/or walks.
Carry Weight: infrequently carries or lifts objects weighing up to 10 pounds.
Hearing and Speech: communicates regularly with colleagues, exchanging accurate information.
Sight: frequently uses sight to view computer screens, documents, and office objects.
Climb: occasionally ascends/descends stairs to reach upper and lower office levels.
Examples of Work Environment
Regular professional office business setting.
Noise level ranges from low to moderate in office settings.
Noise level ranges from moderate to high on construction work sites.
Under the Office Mobilization Plan (OMP) policy, the role may transition to on‑site or hybrid arrangements as dictated by business needs and the Head of Department.
Hanwha Qcells is proud to be an at‑will Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination against race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or 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.
We are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. 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 employment benefits and privileges. Contact us to request accommodations at hr-usa@qcells.com.
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Location: Houston, TX
Supervisor: SVP, Operational Excellence
FLSA Status: Exempt
Position Status: Permanent; Full‑Time
Work Status: Hybrid
Hanwha Qcells USA Corp (Qcells USA), headquartered in Houston, TX, 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, reducing uncertainty and risk for customers and contributing to a more sustainable future.
Qcells USA’s complete turnkey solutions seamlessly integrate the expertise of our Module, Development, and EPC teams, while ensuring close coordination with other essential internal groups such as Project Finance, Systems Integration, and Legal. This collaborative approach ensures exceptional value and performance for every project. 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 manufacturing facility, the largest in the Western Hemisphere.
As a global member of the Qcells brand, Qcells USA benefits from a legacy of excellence in photovoltaic manufacturing. Qcells is renowned worldwide for high‑performance, superior‑quality solar cells and modules, operating under the umbrella of Hanwha Group, a Fortune Global 500 company and one of South Korea’s top eight conglomerates.
Summary The Senior Director of Operational Excellence oversees the creation and management of an EPC performance‑management operating system for large‑scale solar PV and storage utility projects. The role works across all functions to identify, measure, audit, and report performance standards, partnering with executive leadership to align operational metrics with organizational strategy and drive enterprise‑wide accountability. The position reports to the SVP of Operational Excellence and is hybrid with a preference for candidates located in or near Houston, TX. Working hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. or 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. CST, with travel up to 50%. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States; sponsorship of employment visas is not available at this time.
Essential Job Function & Responsibilities
Own and maintain standard operating procedures for the COO office (Operations division).
Oversee the creation, implementation, and governance of an Operational Excellence operating system that establishes organization‑wide performance standards, audits against those standards, and develops performance dashboards.
Own project‑level performance management—both content and cadence.
Prepare and deliver organizational performance updates to senior leaders across the organization.
Identify critical performance issues and risk exposure, recommending corrective actions.
Lead cross‑functional improvement initiatives.
Provide subject‑matter expertise across the business to increase productivity, efficiency, profitability, and sustainability.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
Minimum 12 years of experience in construction, including 7 years in a leadership role.
At least 5 years of experience in the solar industry with utility‑scale PV and/or storage.
Project Controls experience highly preferred.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of EPC construction standards and metrics.
Proficiency in Procore, Primavera P6, Bluebeam, HCSS, Salesforce, and Microsoft Office.
Ability to create and present executive‑level dashboards and reports.
Ability to work independently in a fast‑paced, professional team environment with minimal supervision.
Capability to manage and lead a team, setting priorities and expectations.
Ability to travel to corporate offices and job sites up to 50% of the time.
Examples of Physical Demands
Stationary position: remains stationary up to 90% of the time and sits up to 8 hours a day.
Move/Traverse: infrequently bends, stands, stoops, and/or walks.
Carry Weight: infrequently carries or lifts objects weighing up to 10 pounds.
Hearing and Speech: communicates regularly with colleagues, exchanging accurate information.
Sight: frequently uses sight to view computer screens, documents, and office objects.
Climb: occasionally ascends/descends stairs to reach upper and lower office levels.
Examples of Work Environment
Regular professional office business setting.
Noise level ranges from low to moderate in office settings.
Noise level ranges from moderate to high on construction work sites.
Under the Office Mobilization Plan (OMP) policy, the role may transition to on‑site or hybrid arrangements as dictated by business needs and the Head of Department.
Hanwha Qcells is proud to be an at‑will Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination against race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or 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.
We are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. 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 employment benefits and privileges. Contact us to request accommodations at hr-usa@qcells.com.
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