Corporate License Director

Description

Title: Corporate License Director Department: Project Management Location: Irvine, CA Supervisor: Senior Project Manager

FLSA Status: Exempt

Position Status: Permanent, Full-time

Work Status: Remote

CORPORATE LICENSE DIRECTOR

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 Corporate License Director (CLD) plays a critical role in maintaining the legal and professional standing of the company within the construction industry. As the Responsible Managing Officer (RMO), the CLO ensures that the company operates under a valid contractor's license and complies with all relevant laws and regulations. The CLD’s responsibilities are essential for the company to conduct licensed work legally and ethically. The CLD serves exclusively in this role for the company unless express permission is granted by Senior Leadership to engage with any additional entities.

This position reports to the Senior Project Manager, or another management personnel that the CEO of the Company may designate. This position is remote, and working hours are Monday through Friday, from 8:00am to 5:00pm or 9:00am to 6:00pm local time. Ability to travel up to 20% of the time, unless otherwise required.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION & RESPONSIBILITIES

Corporate License Director– Responsibilities

In consideration of the mutual promises set forth herein, and for other good and valuable consideration, the sufficiency and receipt of which are hereby acknowledged, the parties agree as follows:

The Corporate License Director agrees to:

+ Permit the company to use his/her license in support of business operations and serve as the Responsible Managing Officer (RMO). + Maintain good standing with all relevant licensing authorities, ensuring full compliance with applicable rules and regulations. + Assist the company with all filings, renewals, or other actions required to sustain the use of licensing services.

The CLD shall promptly notify the company if unable to continue providing services. A minimum grace period of 60 days is required before termination of services, unless otherwise authorized by Senior Leadership.

+ The CLD shall supervise company projects as required by state law and licensing regulations when his/her license is associated with the project(s). + The CLD shall conduct regular audits of Regional License Officer (RLO) projects to ensure compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements. Based on audit results, the CLD will provide technical and administrative support to the RLO. + In cases of suspected intentional misconduct or regulatory breaches, the CLD is obligated to report such findings to the company immediately.

The company acknowledges and accepts responsibility for any incidents occurring on projects under the CLD’s license, except in cases of negligence or willful misconduct by the CLD.

The company agrees to:

+ Include the Corporate License Director title under its Directors & Officers (D&O) liability insurance. + Maintain appropriate Errors & Omissions (E&O) insurance coverage. + Provide performance bonding, where required, for construction projects involving the CLD’s license or oversight.

Additional Duties

The Corporate License Director may take on further responsibilities as the position adapts to the evolving demands of the organization and the regulatory environment.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS

EXAMPLES OF PHYSICAL DEMANDS

EXAMPLES OF WORK ENVIRONMENT

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 descriptions 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 hr-usa@qcells.com.

Nothing in this statement shall imply implicitly or explicitly a guarantee of employment outside our at-will employment opportunity.

This job position is specific to Qcells USA Corp. only and not any other Hanwha affiliates. The above-listed salary range is required by the California Pay Transparency Act and may differ depending on the location of those candidates hired nationwide. The salary range shared in the job description is for the listed position and only pertains to the candidate if they work in Irvine, CA. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to internal pay equity, skill set, education, licenses and certifications, geographic location, essential job duties and requirements, and the necessary experience relative to the job’s minimum qualifications. If candidates are considered for a nationwide role, then the compensation range will follow the marketability of the job function within those states. An additional discretionary bonus structure or incentives may be offered as part of the overall compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, dental, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

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