Operational Excellence (OE) Manager

Company OverviewHanwha Renewables, headquartered in Irvine, California, a member of Hanwha Group, a FORTUNE Global 500 firm that is among the eight largest business enterprises in South Korea. Hanwha Renewables designs, builds and manages renewable energy solutions. The company brings a decade of global leadership in renewable energy to North America, combining best-of-world technology, processes, and partnerships to deliver utility-grade energy solutions customized for local energy markets. Hanwha Renewables offers the full spectrum of energy solutions – from power plant development, design, construction, operations, and maintenance. With proven capabilities across the renewable energy value chain, Hanwha Renewables minimizes uncertainty and risk, and helps customers achieve a higher return on their investment in renewable energy.Position OverviewThe Operational Excellence (OE) Manager supports the establishment and execution of a newly formed OE function within the COO organization.This role focuses on cross-functional coordination, independent validation, and operational discipline across the project lifecycle — from development and planning through execution and delivery.The OE Manager works closely with Development, Pre-Construction, PMO, IPP, SCM, and EPC partners to ensure that key decisions are consistent, well-governed, and execution-ready, while providing structured analysis and visibility to the COO organization.The employee may be required to perform other job-related duties as requested by management. All duties will be assigned in accordance with applicable laws and company policies.Responsibilities Stage-Gate & Process Compliance SupportSupport the operation and monitoring of Stage-Gate processes across projectsTrack and verify whether required deliverables, assumptions, and approvals are properly completed at each stageSupport validation of RACI alignment across cross-functional teamsIdentify gaps, misalignments, or process deviations and escalate appropriately Independent Cross-Check & ValidationPerform independent cross-checks on key project inputs, including:Cost estimates and major CapEx assumptionsProject schedules and milestone logicLong Lead Items (LLI) procurement plansSafe Harbor-related timing and risk considerationsSupport of key risks, open items, and mitigation actions Long Lead Item & Risk TrackingAssist in tracking and reviewing critical long-lead equipment (e.g., MPTs, BESS, Breakers, HV equipment)Maintain visibility into procurement status, lead times, and execution risksSupport coordination between SCM, Pre-Con, PMO, and EPC teams to ensure alignment KPI & Operational Performance MonitoringSupport definition, tracking, and reporting of operational KPIsMonitor KPI performance and highlight trends, deviations, and improvement opportunities Cross-Functional CoordinationAct as a coordination point between HQ and project teams to ensure information consistencySupport collaboration with EPC partners (including Qcells) through structured data and issue tracking Executive & Management Reporting SupportPrepare concise materials, summaries, and dashboards for COO and management meetingsSupport issue tracking and follow-up to ensure action items are closedRequired QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or related field5–8 years of experience EPC, or project-based organizationsExposure to utility-scale solar PV and/or BESS projects preferredBasic understanding of:Project Lifecycle and Stage-Gate conceptsCost, schedule, and risk management fundamentalsLong Lead Item procurement and execution risksStrong analytical and documentation skillsProficient in Excel, PowerPoint, and project tracking toolsPreferred QualificationsExperience in Pre-Construction, Project Controls, PMO or Corporate PlanningFamiliarity with Safe Harbor, ITC, or IRA-related considerationsExperience working with cross-functional teams in matrix organizationsPrior experience supporting executive-level reporting or governance processesCOMPENSATION: $140,000- $165,000 salaryAttention external recruitment firms, we will not accept any unsolicited resumes at this time. Please do not contact any internal member of our company to discuss the position or to solicit candidates.Hanwha Renewables provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.