Description

Title: Senior Manager of Process Planning
Department: Process Innovation Office
Location: Houston, TX
Supervisor: Director of Process Innovation (Team Lead)
FLSA Status: Exempt
Position Status: Permanent, Full-time

Work Status : Hybrid

SENIOR MANAGER OF PROCESS PLANNING

SUMMARY

The Senior Manager of Process Planning needs to be experienced and strategic to lead cross-functional process improvement initiatives that drive operational excellence, scalability, adn efficiency across our EPC and project delivery operations. This role will encompass process standardization, performance monitoring, and continuous improvement, while ensuring alignment with Qcells ' business objectives and compliance standards. This position reports to the Director of Process Innovation , or another management personnel that the CEO of the Company may designate . This position is located in Houston, TX and working hours are Monday through Friday, from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm or 9:00 am to 6:00 pm local time. This position is expected to travel up to 30 %.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Strategic Process Leadership
  • Develop and lead the company-wide process innovation roadmap, ensuring alignment with corporate growth strategy and EPC best practices
  • Define KPIs, benchmarks, and governance frameworks to measure and improve process efficiency, quality and compliance
• EPC Controls Alignment
  • Establish and maintain standardized controls for project cost management, scheduling, risk mitigation, and reporting
  • Drive consistent application of change order procedures, contract administration standards, and quality control protocols
  • Ensure integration of project controls with enterprise resource planning (ERP) and reporting systems
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Partner with leadership across Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Finance, Logistics, and Operations to align process innovation initiatives with business needs.
• Performance Optimization
  • Identify process bottlenecks and implement data-driven solutions to improve execution speed and reduce costs
• Innovation & Continuous Improvement
  • Evaluate emerging technologies, tools and methodologies for applicability to Qcells' operational model
  • Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and operational excellence across teams
• Regular attendance, in accordance with company's attendance policy and supervisory assignment, is an essential job duty requirement for this position
• Perform other duties and special projects, as assigned by Management

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration or related field; Master's degree preferred
• Minimum 1 0 years of progressive experience in EPC project controls, project management, process improvement, or operations leadership .
• Proven track record in leading process transformation initiatives for large-scale infrastructure or utility-scale Solar and BESS EPC projects
• Deep understanding of project controls disciplines: scheduling, cost control, risk management and reporting
• Strong knowledge of ERP and project management systems
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to navigate complex, matrixed organizations and influence at all levels

EXAMPLES OF PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Stationary Position: frequently remains stationary up to 90% of the time and sitting up to 8 hours in a day
• Move/Traverse: infrequently bend, stand, stoop and/or walk
• Carry Weight: infrequently carry weight and/or lift objects (light to heavy) weighing up to 10 pounds
• 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
• Climb: occasionally ascends/descends on stairway to get to office upper and lower floors
• Travel: up to 3 0 % as needed

EXAMPLES OF WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Regular professional, office business setting
• Noise level ranges from low to moderate (if in office setting)
• Noise level ranges from moderate to high (if on construction worksite)
• Under the Office Mobilization Plan (OMP) policy, the role may transition to an onsite or hybrid arrangement, as determined by business needs and the Head of Department