New Homes Service Manager

Qcells

$98K — $117K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in business or related field with minimum of 5 years' experience, including 3+ years in construction or project management related to solar and storage.
  • Strong understanding of PV/ESS system designs and ability to ensure product compatibility.
  • Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills focused on long-term solutions.
  • Proficient in oral and written communication, able to engage effectively with stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated entrepreneurial mindset and capability to excel in a high-growth setting.
  • Ability to comply with safety requirements, including QCells and OSHA standards.

Responsibilities

  • Establish procedures and performance expectations for the Field Service Department.
  • Manage system underperformance cases from intake to resolution, including troubleshooting and dispatch.
  • Design protocols for field service installers and train customer experience teams in case management.
  • Oversee case intake processes for various reporting entities, including customer care and homeowners.
  • Evaluate cases and performance data to classify issues and determine resolution steps.
  • Generate work orders for field service installers and manage dispatch responsibilities.
  • Maintain accurate case documentation and data entry with updates and statuses.
  • Collaborate with Customer Experience to provide homeowners with timely updates and instructions.
  • Participate in pre-qualification and onboarding of Field Service Installers to expand local provider networks.
  • Work with Supply Chain & Eco Recycle to assess product life cycle metrics and cost efficiency.

Benefits

  • In-office schedule based on manager's discretion; remote work considered for exceptional cases.
  • Opportunities for process improvement and innovation in a high-growth environment.
  • Collaboration with cross-functional teams, enhancing leadership and communication skills.
  • A workplace that fosters a culture of safety and continuous development.
  • Potential for participation in training and onboarding of field staff, expanding professional network.
Full Job Description
Description

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Qcells New Ho mes is seeking a Service Manager t o oversee the Operation & Maintenance of our growing fleet of active PV & ESS system assets for the duration of product warranties and TPO con tra cts. This role is responsible for case intake, case creation and evaluation, field service dispatch, quote to invoice process management, and data analysis for process improvement feedback and insight.

This position will be based out of one of our offices in Irvine, CA; San Francisco, CA; or Teaneck, NJ, with in-office schedule set at the direct manager's discretion in accordance with company policy. Remote work may be considered for exceptional cases.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Establish procedures, workflows, and performance expectations for New Homes Operations & Maintenance Field Service Department.


  • Manage system underperformance cases from intake to resolution, including but not limited to remote troubleshooting, diagnosis, field service dispatch, RMA submission, billing, reimbursement claims, and cost tra nsfers.


  • Design and implement protocols for field service installers and tra in customer experience and other relevant departments in CRM case management procedures.


  • Manage case intake process from tech support, customer care, homeowner, builder, or other reporting entity.


  • Evaluate case details and performance data to classify issues and trigger next steps to resolution.


  • Send remote signal to reset communications if a remote fix is possible.


  • Generate work orders for Field Service Installers and trigger dispatch if field visit is required.


  • Maintain accurate case notes and data entry with time-stamped updates and statuses.


  • Collaborate with the Customer Experience team to ensure homeowners receive timely updates and next-step instructions as needed.


  • Participate in Field Service Installer for pre-qualification and onboarding processes to expand the network of local providers.


  • Work with Supply Chain & Eco Recycle to tra ck and evaluate product life cycle and RMA volume and cost metrics.


  • Design and implement cost-reduction opportunities and procedural efficiency improvements, including reducing truck rolls and cycle time to resolution.


  • Build data reports and dashboards to tra ck case progress, assign task ownership, and to present high-level analysis to leadership.


  • Foster and promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.


REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor's degree in business or other related field with a minimum of 5 years of professional work experience including 3+ years' work experience in construction and project management and/or working in Field Operations and Operations Management related to solar and storage in new home communities.


  • Ability to comprehend and adhere to PV/ESS system designs and equipment specifications with impeccable attention to detail for compatible product replacement.


  • Ability to exercise strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills as well as process driven while finding long-term solutions.


  • Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to present internal and external stakeholders on the performance of the new home solar con tra ctors.


  • Entrepreneurial mindset and demons tra ted ability to thrive in a high-growth environment.


  • Ability to visit job sites in strict compliance with QCells and OSHA's safety requirements.


PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Basic understanding of construction processes, documentation requirements, and financing procedures.


  • Background in Construction, Roofing, Solar or Electrical.


  • Preferred OSHA 30 Certification.


COMPENSATION:

In accordance with applicable pay transparency laws, the anticipated annual base salary for this position is:

  • Zone 1 (Bay Area, NYC): $106,900 - $128,300


  • Zone 2 (CA, NJ, NY): $98,000 - $117,600


  • Zone 3 (All others): $89,100 - $106,900


The applicable salary range is based on the employee's primary work location. Individual compensation will be determined based on qualifications, relevant experience, education, skills, internal equity, and other business-related factors.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:

To comply with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the essential physical, mental, and environmental requirements for this job are listed below. These are requirements normally expected to perform regular job duties. Incumbents must be able to successfully perform all of the functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Mobility

Standing

20% of time

Sitting

70% of time

Walking

10% of time

Strength

Pulling

up to 10 Pounds

Pushing

up to 10 Pounds

Carrying

up to 10 Pounds

Lifting

up to 10 Pounds

Dexterity (F = Frequently, O = Occasionally, N = Never)

Typing

F

Handling

F

Reaching

F

Agility (F = Frequently, O = Occasionally, N = Never)

Turning

F

Twisting

F

Bending

O

Crouching

O

Balancing

N

Climbing

N

Crawling

N

Kneeling

N

The salary range is required by the California Pay Transparency Act and may differ depending on the location of those candidates hired nationwide. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to, skill set, education, licenses and certifications, essential job duties and requirements, and the necessary experience relative to the job's minimum qualifications.

*This target salary range is for CA positions only and should not be interpreted as an offer of compensation.
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