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Assistant Project Manager (Nationwide Travel)

Qcells EPC
Ankeny, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/26/2026
Description

Assistant Project Manager: 100% Nationwide Travel

Join HanwhaQcellsUSA Corp and support the build of utility-scale solar and energy storage projects across the U.S. This is anevergreen posting for futureprojectneedsacross our solar and BESS EPC portfolio. We are actively building a pipeline of qualified Assistant Project Managers to support upcoming work.

IMPORTANT: Travel & Relocation Requirement

  • 100% nationwide travel isrequired
  • You willrelocateto project sites for 8–12 months at a time
  • This is a fully on-site, field-based role
  • Candidates must be comfortable with aproject-to-project travel lifestyle

Summary

This is an evergreen opportunity supporting upcoming solar and BESS EPC projects across the U.S. Assistant Project Managers are placed on project sites for the duration of the build (typically 8–12 months) and then transition to the next project.

Thisisonsite, workingon the projectsite,working hours are Monday through Friday, from 8:00am to 5:00pm local timeor other working hours the site mayestablish. Overtime and weekend working hours will berequiredas needed.

Applicants mustbe authorized towork for any employer in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visaat this time

Essential Job Function & Responsibilities  

  • Support Project Managers in the execution of project deliverables, schedules, and timelines
  • Lead procurement processes and coordinate engineering solutions in collaboration with project personnel
  • Acquire and sustain all necessary permits and ensure rigorous adherence to project specifications
  • Track project progress, reporting, and key performance metrics
  • Maintain project documentation and ensure alignment with project specifications
  • Support cost tracking, resource planning, and overall project controls
  • Demonstrate leadership in safety, initiating job hazard analyses, and advocating for safe work practices throughout the project duration

Required Qualifications 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or related field with 2 years of construction experience, or equivalent experience (5 years in a related field)
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
  • Experience with construction scheduling, CPM logic, and industry best practices
  • Willingness to travel full-time (100% nationwide)
  • Fluent in written and spoken English

Benefits

  • 100%EmployerPaidpremiumsfor medical, dental and vision
  • 100% Employer Paidlife, disability, community service leave and more
  • 401k with company match
  • Paid time off, holidays and other paid leave
  • Education Reimbursement
  • Cell Phone Reimbursement

EXAMPLEOF PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

  • Able to climb andmaintainbalance 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 movecontinuouslywhile carrying 50 lbs. of tools and/or materials.It is recommended to getassistanceto lift items over 50 lbs
  • Must be able to stand or walk forlong periodsof time

HanwhaQcellsis 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 byQcellsUSA 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, HanwhaQcellswill provide reasonableaccommodationsto all qualified individuals with disabilities toparticipatein the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and/or receive other benefits and privileges of employment.  Please contact us to requestaccommodationsat hr-usa@qcells.com.

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