General Superintendent- Foundations

About the role

Hanwha Qcells USA Corp (Qcells USA) specializes in utility-scale solar photovoltaic (PV) and battery energy storage systems (BESS) project development, along with Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) services nationwide. The Foundations Superintendent will manage project teams, establish standards, and provide leadership training while coordinating with internal groups such as Project Finance, Systems Integration, and Legal to deliver turnkey solutions.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead superintendents and their craft throughout the project duration
• Assist in developing detailed CPM schedules for installation activities and a schedule of values for billing
• Coordinate activities, schedules, material procurement, project logistics, and temporary facility plans with the project manager and field staff
• Review and approve materials/equipment for Mechanical/Structural systems and monitor installation and startup, resolving conflicts prior to work commencement
• Prepare reports and communicate progress to Project Managers/Directors and project owners during weekly meetings
• Review contract documents and suggest improvements
• Supervise, develop, and mentor Electrical/Mechanical/Structural/Civil Project Engineers
• Supervise, review, and coordinate submittals and shop drawings
• Collaborate with team members to ensure effective communication and results
• Provide cost estimation, including site due diligence, cost tracking, and cost-effectiveness assessments
• Prepare cost reports showing estimated costs, revenues, and project timelines

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in site supervision
• Proven track record as a Superintendent on large projects valued above $20 million (electrical portions of contracts)
• Thorough knowledge of Construction Code and medium voltage experience
• General understanding of building, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing codes as they relate to project construction
• Experience dealing with subcontracts and subcontractors
• Minimum of 5–7 years managing the performance of major projects, preferably in power stations, supply networks, or utility-scale construction
• Minimum of 2 years of solar PV or wind power project experience, preferred
• Ability to travel up to 75% of the time
• Industrial relations knowledge for recognizing and resolving labor issues
• Knowledge of company construction guides and manuals
• Construction safety awareness and comprehension
• Conflict management, multi-tasking, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Constructability knowledge within discipline and other disciplines such as Structural, Civil, Electrical, HV electrical, SCADA, BESS, and Estimating
• Conceptual planning ability and risk assessment/management skills
• Experience with cost code labor productivity systems, time reporting policies, and construction guides
• Extensive work experience managing large-scale projects, particularly solar HV & PV projects
• Appropriate leadership experience and demonstrated ability in project development, planning, installation, and execution
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools
• Fluent in written and spoken English; other language skills are a plus
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to lead team meetings over conference calls and cope with pressure as a team player

Physical Demands

• Ability to climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding, stairways, etc.
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, or work at elevated heights and in confined spaces (towers, vessels, excavations, etc.)
• Ability to walk or move continuously while carrying 50 lbs. of tools and/or materials; assistance recommended for items over 50 lbs.
• Must be able to stand or walk for long periods and work extended hours on uneven surfaces (dirt, concrete, asphalt, mud, gravel, etc.)
• Full range of motion and flexibility consistent with job duties
• Requires repetitive movement

Work Environment

• Industrial construction sites and/or fabrication shops
• Predominantly outdoor climate exposure
• Exposure to extreme hot or cold weather, excessive humidity, rain, etc.
• Various noise levels from tools, machinery, and equipment
• Potential exposure to chemical substances and hazardous equipment