Description
Title: Senior Program Manager, Construction Systems
Department: Process Innovation Center
Location: Houston, TX
Supervisor: Director of Digital Innovation
FLSA Status: Exempt
Position Status: Full-Time
Work Status: Hybrid
SENIOR PROGRAM MANAGER, CONSTUCTION SYSTEMS
Hanwha Qcells USA Corp (“HQC US”) develops, invests, and delivers solar photovoltaic (PV) and battery energy storage systems (BESS) projects through Engineering, Procurement, Construction (EPC) services in North America.
The company brings a decade of global leadership in solar PV to deliver utility-scale power generation plants customized for local and regional energy markets. HQC US offers the full spectrum of PV solutions – from the core technology of cells and modules to large-scale project development and investment. With proven capabilities across the solar and battery storage value chain, HQC US minimizes uncertainty and risk, and helps customers achieve a higher return on their investment in renewable energy.
SUMMARY
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Program Manager, Construction Systems to lead the strategy, implementation, and continuous improvement of core construction software platforms—primarily Procore—in support of our utility-scale project portfolio. This role will serve as a key liaison between field operations, engineering, finance, and IT, ensuring that systems and workflows promote project compliance, cost control, and on-time delivery. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in construction technology and a strong background in program governance, process development, and cross-functional collaboration. Senior Program Manager, Construction Systems will report to the Director of Digital Innovation & IT, or another member of management as designated by the Company CEO. This is a hybrid role based out of Houston, TX, with standard working hours from Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (local time). Occasional travel of up to 5% may be required.
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
•Lead the roadmap and lifecycle management of Procore and adjacent construction platforms (e.g., SAP integration, scheduling, document control).
•Partner with construction and operations leaders to standardize best-in-class SOPs across key workflows including RFIs, Submittals, Budgeting, and Change Orders.
•Develop and monitor compliance reporting and audit mechanisms to ensure adherence to contractual, safety, and procedural standards.
•Coordinate with Finance, Procurement, and Project Controls to ensure accurate forecasting, cost tracking, and invoice validation within Procore and integrated systems.
•Drive continuous improvement initiatives based on user feedback, usage analytics, and evolving business needs.
•Support onboarding, training, and change management efforts across field and office users.
•Serve as the product owner for Procore, managing configuration requests, permission models, and vendor escalation.
•Partner with IT and security to ensure systems meet governance, data integrity, and cybersecurity standards.
•Prepare executive-level dashboards and status reports for leadership and stakeholders.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
•Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Information Systems, or related field.
•5+ years of experience in construction technology, project controls, or digital transformation within the EPC or renewable energy sector.
•Deep working knowledge of Procore, including administration, configuration, and advanced module usage (e.g., Budget, ERP Integrations, Inspections).
•Proven track record of developing and enforcing standard operating procedures across multiple projects and business units.
•Strong understanding of construction workflows, including scheduling, procurement, cost control, and compliance.
•Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, with experience influencing field and executive audiences.
•Comfortable leading system implementations, change initiatives, and cross-functional governance structures.
•Experience with ERP or finance system integration (e.g., SAP, Oracle) is a strong plus.
•PMP or similar certification is a plus.
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 50 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 5% 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
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.
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.
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