New Homes Field Manager (Southern California)

New Homes Field Manager (Southern California)

Location: San Diego, CA Area, Remote, United States Location Type: Remote Salary Range: 85000 - 115000 USD Annually

Position Description:

Qcells Home Energy Solutions seeks a Field Manager to manage the overall construction on solar and battery projects being built in new home developments. As a Field Manager you will be responsible for on-site oversight and management of the solar and battery storage system installation phases during home construction. Major responsibilities include conducting job site visits to the new home communities to ensure Installers complete contracted scopes safely, on schedule, and with best-in-class quality workmanship. The ideal candidate is a construction professional with experience working with new home Builders and all relevant trades in the home construction process including framing, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, roofing, photovoltaics and energy storage.

This position will be remote; however the candidates must reside in San Diego, CA area.

Responsibilities:

• Participate in new community kickoff, pre-construction walk-throughs, and other key Builder meetings related to field operations.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for Builder Superintendents to align construction schedules, coordinate inspections, and resolve field-related issues to prevent delays.
• Provide accurate installation progress updates through regular community visits and close coordination with site superintendents and installation partner crews.
• Deliver ongoing training to Installation Partners covering safety, quality, timeliness, communication, and installation best practices.
• Lead resolution of technical and logistical challenges by collaborating cross-functionally with Builders, Installers, and internal Operations teams.
• Guide Installers, Builders, and Homeowners through commissioning and activation processes, including hands-on support for mechanical and electrical troubleshooting.
• Act as the technical subject matter expert (SME) on Qcells PV and ESS mechanical and electrical systems for Builders, Installers, and Field Operations teams.
• Conduct quality audits and ensure construction meets design specifications, safety standards, and scope of work requirements.
• Analyze installer performance and review scorecard results to drive continuous improvement.
• Escalate design changes that could impact system performance, homeowner satisfaction, or inspection/PTO approvals; provide redlines for approved field-based adjustments.
• Optimize travel and site visits using routing software to meet weekly, monthly, and quarterly activation goals efficiently.
• Maintain accurate project data within CRM systems, fulfillment portals, and financier tools.
• Support procurement and supply chain teams with periodic inventory reconciliation as needed.
• Attending team and partner meetings to share feedback and best practices.
• Occasionally submit or pick up permits and host inspections with AHJs as required.
• Ensure adherence to operational procedures and industry best practices to maintain consistency and quality across all installations.
• Travel Requirement: Approximately 50% local travel for on-site visits, inspections, and meetings with clients, vendors, and project teams.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business or other related field with a minimum of 8+ years' work experience in project management with 3+ years' work experience in Field Operations and Operations Management related to solar and storage in new home communities.
• Ability to comprehend, implement and adhere to master plan sets, PV/ESS design sets with impeccable attention to detail while exercising critical thinking skills to optimize layouts and system specifications.
• Ability to exercise strong organizational, problem-solving and analytical skills as well as process driven while finding long-term solutions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present internal and external stakeholders on the performance of the new home solar contractors.
• Entrepreneurial mindset and demonstrated ability to thrive in a high-growth environment.
• Must have and maintain a Valid Driver License and a clean driving record.
• Ability to visit job sites in strict compliance with QCells and OSHA's safety requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Background in Construction, Roofing, Solar or Electrical.
• Preferred OSHA 30 Certification.

Hanwha Q CELLS America Inc. ("HQCA") is a Qcells company, one of the world's largest manufacturers and providers of solar photovoltaic (PV) products and solutions. Headquartered in Irvine, California, HQCA has been rapidly expanding its business in North America through the expansion of products and solutions, including distributed energy solutions, direct-to-homeowner solar sales and financing, and EPC services. We provide an opportunity to be part of an exciting and growing world-class global business in an interesting and expanding industry of the future.

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. Incumbent must be able to successfully perform all of the functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

MobilityStanding20% of timeSitting70% of timeWalking10% of timeStrengthPullingup to 10 PoundsPushingup to 10 PoundsCarryingup to 10 PoundsLiftingup to 10 PoundsDexterity (F = Frequently, O = Occasionally, N = Never)TypingFHandlingFReachingF - 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)TurningFTwistingFBendingOCrouchingOBalancingNClimbingNCrawlingNKneelingN - 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.