Project Management Specialist (Manufacturing)

Title: Specialist II, Project Management
Job Summary:
Specialist II, Project Management will provide comprehensive support to the Project Manager in the planning, coordination, execution, and successful closeout of a new 2GW solar module auxiliary materials manufacturing facility in Mesquite, Texas. The project encompasses the development and commissioning of manufacturing operations for EVA film, J-Boxes, and solar ribbon, requiring effective coordination across project activities, stakeholders, schedules, and deliverables.
Responsibilities include:
Support the Project Manager in the planning, coordination, execution, and closeout of the 2GW solar module auxiliary materials manufacturing facility, including EVA film, J-Box, and solar ribbon production areas.
Coordinate project activities across engineering, procurement, equipment suppliers, contractors, construction, manufacturing, EHS, quality, logistics, and corporate teams to ensure alignment with project objectives and timelines.
Develop, maintain, and monitor project schedules, milestones, deliverables, and key activities; proactively identify schedule risks, delays, and dependencies and communicate them to the Project Manager.
Coordinate project meetings, prepare agendas and status updates, document meeting minutes, and track action items through completion to ensure accountability across internal and external stakeholders.
Maintain accurate project documentation, including schedules, reports, equipment documentation, drawings, correspondence, meeting records, and other project-related materials in accordance with established document-control processes.
Track the procurement, shipment, delivery, installation, and readiness of manufacturing equipment, materials, and critical project components, coordinating with suppliers, logistics teams, contractors, and site personnel.
Monitor project progress and provide regular status updates, highlighting open issues, risks, decisions, and required follow-up actions to support timely and effective project execution.
Promote effective communication and collaboration among project stakeholders while supporting a fast-paced manufacturing plant construction and equipment installation environment with a strong focus on safety, quality, schedule, and operational readiness..
All other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, Business Administration, Supply Chain, or a related field preferred; equivalent technical or project experience may be considered.
3–5 years of experience in project coordination, project management, construction coordination, manufacturing engineering, equipment installation, or a related field, preferably within industrial or manufacturing environments.
Experience supporting manufacturing plant construction, factory expansions, equipment installation, commissioning, or other industrial projects is strongly preferred; solar/PV manufacturing experience is a significant advantage.
Strong project coordination and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, track schedules and action items, identify project risks, and proactively escalate issues to the Project Manager.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively coordinate with engineers, contractors, equipment suppliers, management, executives, and other internal and external stakeholders.
Experience working with international equipment suppliers, particularly Chinese manufacturers, and coordinating between U.S.-based contractors, engineering teams, and overseas suppliers is highly desirable. Strong English communication skills are required; Mandarin Chinese proficiency is strongly preferred.
Hands-on, proactive, and detail-oriented approach with the ability to work effectively in both office and active construction/manufacturing environments. Must be comfortable walking the project site and understanding the progression from building readiness and utilities through equipment delivery, installation, commissioning, and production ramp-up..
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
Ability to sit for extended periods while working at a computer
Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing, filing, and operating office equipment
Occasional standing, walking, bending, and reaching
Ability to lift and carry light office materials (up to 10–15 lbs), such as files or office supplies
Visual acuity to read screens, documents, and reports
Ability to attend meetings and interact with employees, clients, and vendors
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