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Mechanical Pile SuperintendentQcells • Ankeny, IA, US
Mechanical Pile Superintendent

Mechanical Pile Superintendent

Qcells • Ankeny, IA, US
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Description

Title : Mechanical Pile Superintendent

Department : Operation 1

Location : Ankeny, IA

Supervisor : Director of Projects

FLSA Status : Exempt

Position Status : Permanent, Full-Time

Work Status (Hybrid / In-Office) : Project Site

MECHANICAL PILE SUPERINTENDENT

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 Module, Development, 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 Mechanical Pile Superintendent II is responsible for overseeing field operations, general safety, productivity, schedule, quality work, commissioning, coordination with other Superintendent and project leaders on the jobsite. This position reports to the Director of Projects or another senior management personnel that the CEO may designate. This position is located in Ankeny, IA and working hours are Monday through Friday, from 8 : 00am to 5 : 00pm or 9 : 00am to 6 : 00pm local time. This position is expected to travel up to 75%.

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

  • Directs solar / construction personnel and / or installation subcontractors to achieve completion of the project on schedule, within budget, with quality workmanship that conforms to original plans and specifications;
  • Coordination of personnel, material, and equipment needed to meet schedules;
  • Support the team with planning and utilization of proper means and methods for activities;
  • Analyze situations, identify and forecast pertinent problems and evaluate realistic options; and recommend / implement appropriate course of action;
  • Follow and implement the company’s Health, Safety & Environmental Policy;
  • Identify welding certification, training and experience appropriate for assignment scope;
  • Coordinate and implement resources and activities necessary to maintain a safe and quality execution;
  • Assure all work undertaken is within approved scope boundaries and is in full compliance.
  • Coordination with pile suppliers
  • Advice site teams on tooling & equipment required to complete task
  • Identify testing required per projects scope of work
  • Communication with engineering parties to meet commissioning & construction requirements
  • Manage manpower needed to complete project assignment
  • Communicate with Surveyor and understand surveying equipment
  • Maintain and supervise pile drivers and train new operators
  • Coordination with material manager for all pile staging and receiving
  • Pile driver experience strongly preferred
  • 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

  • Minimum of 7-10 years of professional experience supporting the constructions of major projects, preferably in the building of power stations or supply networks, or other utility-scale construction projects
  • Solar PV or wind power project experience, preferred
  • Experience operating different manufacturers pile drivers
  • Willingness to travel and relocate from project to project
  • Excellent skills in MS Project or comparable project management tool, and possess strong technical aptitude, including knowledge of software development methodologies and processes
  • Strong in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Fluent in written and spoken English and Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Experience reviewing mechanical manuals of installation and design technical packages, understand top of pile designs
  • Assertive, able to cope with pressure, and maintain a team player attitude
  • Ability to learn and apply knowledge of applicable local, state / province, and federal / national statutes and guidelines
  • Ability to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner
  • May have to interact with Owner’s Field Representative and outside testing agencies
  • Experience operating construction equipment, pile drivers and GPS surveying equipment
  • Knowledge of installation methods for the different mechanical systems in the industry
  • Hammer operators (5 – 10)
  • Pile Tender crew (5 – 10)
  • Shake out stagging crew (5)
  • String line top of pile (5)
  • Transport hammers from site to site
  • Calibrate hammers
  • Preventative Maintenance / Grease / Fuel / Warranty
  • QC Inspection
  • Drawing as-builts Pile Locations and table heights
  • Supervise pile Pull Testing & Refusal Logs
  • Travel : up to 75% as needed
  • EXAMPLES OF PHYSICAL DEMANDS

  • Able to climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding, stairways, etc.
  • Stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, or work at elevated heights as well as in confined spaces (towers, vessels, excavations, etc.)
  • Able to walk or move continuously while carrying 50 lbs. of tools and / or materials. It is recommended to get assistance to lift items over 50 lbs. Check with your project supervisor or project safety director.
  • Must be able to stand or walk for long periods of time
  • Must be able to work extended hours on your feet on uneven surfaces (dirt, concrete, asphalt, mud, gravel, etc.) Full range of motion and flexibility consistent with requirements of the job duties.
  • Requires repetitive movement
  • LOCATION

  • Industrial construction sites and / or fabrication shop
  • EXAMPLES OF MOBILITY BARRIERS ACCESS TO JOB SITE
  • Uneven ground level
  • Obstructed pathways
  • Work performed at low and / or high elevations
  • Work performed in confined areas
  • CLIMATIC / ENVIRONMENT CONDITIONS AT JOB SITE

  • Predominately outdoor climate
  • May be exposed to extreme hot or cold weather
  • Excessive humidity, rain, etc.
  • Various noise levels caused by tools, machinery, equipment, etc.
  • Potential exposure to chemical substances
  • Work performed around hazardous equipment.
  • 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.

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