Sr. Permit Coordinator

Description

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Qcells Home Energy Solutions is seeking a Senior Permit Coordinator to oversee and coordinate projects through administrative and specialized expertise within the Home Energy Systems division. As the Senior Permit Coordinator, you will be responsible for managing all aspects of the permitting process, including permitting applications through online city portals, in-person over the counter submittals, and SolarApp submittals. This is a critical role responsible for overseeing the permitting stage ensuring that all team members and vendors submit permit applications within SLA and obtain approvals in a timely manner. The ideal candidate will be an experienced professional with strong analytical abilities, exceptional attention to detail, proven problem-solving skills, and excellent communication.

This position will be based out of one of our offices in Irvine, CA with an in-office schedule set at the direct manager’s discretion in accordance with the company policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Monitor reports and dashboards to ensure permitting team and vendors are submitting permit applications within SLA
• Identify performance gaps and areas of opportunity to improve performance
• Develop allocation strategy between permitting vendors and in-house permitting team
• Train all new permit coordinators
• Prepare, compile, and submit permit applications/packages (including design packages and as-built revisions) in compliance with municipal codes and AHJ requirements.
• Manage all permitting processes across pre- and post-installation stages, ensuring smooth project flow.
• Collaborate with internal teams and management to improve workflows and streamline permitting operations.
• Maintain and update the AHJ database with current permitting requirements; submit applications in person where required.
• Oversee and manage permitting vendors, including performance reviews, contract negotiations, and pricing.
• Drive process improvements to achieve best-in-class permit turnaround times.
• Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing team of permit specialists.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• 3-5 years or professional work experience in residential solar operations and/or bachelor’s degree with 2-3 years’ experience in solar operations.
• Solid foundation of job knowledge is required to perform effectively.
• Proven track record of problem-solving and issue resolution.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including presenting credit management strategies in both internal and external settings.
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a high-growth environment.
• Mission-driven and collaborative team player.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• 3 years’ experience in residential solar permitting
  
  

Hanwha Qcells 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 requirementsnormally expectedto performregularjob duties. Incumbent must be able to successfully perform all the functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

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=

Typing

F

Handling

F

Reaching

F

Agility(F = Frequently, O = Occasionally, N = Never)

Turning

F

Twisting

F

Bending

O

Crouching

O

Balancing

N

Climbing

N

Crawling

N

Kneeling

N

Never)

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.
  
  

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