Senior Manager of IRA Labor Compliance

Description

Title: Senior Manager of IRA Labor Compliance
Department: Business Planning
Location: Nationwide
Supervisor: Senior Director of Human Resources Business Partner
FLSA Status: Exempt
Position Status: Full time

Work Status (Remote/Hybrid/In-Office): Hybrid

SENIOR MANAGER OF IRA LABOR COMPLIANCE 

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 Senior Manager of IRA Labor Compliance will develop, implement and monitor all labor activities associated with the Inflation Reduction Act supporting our projects and client portfolios.  They will develop an apprenticeship program and support all apprenticeship program activities, ensuring regulatory compliance. The Senior Manager of IRA Labor Compliance will perform program audits to ensure projects are in alignment with organizational goals and federal regulations, as well as assess risk factors identified during project monitoring. This position reports to the Senior Director of Human Resources Business Partner , or another management personnel that the CEO of the Company may designate. This position is hybrid 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 50%. 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION & RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Develop and implement internal and external processes for IRA compliance reporting, tracking performance and auditing activities  
• Responsible for ensuring multiple, simultaneous projects minimally meet & maintain IRA compliance with respect to applicable compliance and apprentice requirements 
• Manages third party IRA compliance at the project level, including labor providers, subcontractors & vendors, and more 
• Serves as escalation point for any PWA challenges not able to be remediated on-site 
• Establish, train and ensure requirements are collected, documented, reviewed and to satisfy the program standards 
• Manages the development of the program reports and material 
• Maintains appropriate staffing levels, adjusting on-site labor force as appropriate 
• Assist with preparation and delivery of apprentice onboarding activities 
• Travel Required to job sites – Travel may be up to 50%  
• Perform other duties and special projects, as assigned by Management 
• Regular attendance, in accordance with company's attendance policy and supervisory assignment, is an essential job duty requirement for this position

 REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS 

• Bachelor’s degree OR equivalent related work experience 
• Minimum 1 year of with IRA compliance programs, preferred  
• Minimum 2 years of experience working with Public Works Administration or Prevailing Wage Projects 
• Minimum 5 years of experience with federal and multi-state registered Apprenticeship programs 
• Experience with a variety of compliance software and end user experience
• Demonstrated history of crafting and implementing SOPs within large organizational structures 
• Strong project management and organizational skills 
• Strong knowledge of Inflation Reduction Act Standards 
• Ability to comprehend and communicate complex technical explanations throughout all levels of the organization 
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information and material with highest degree of professional responsibility 
• Proficient computer knowledge (Microsoft Office/monitoring software) with data analysis, modeling and reporting background in Excel and databases  

 EXAMPLE OF PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

• Stationary Position: frequently remains stationary up to 90% of the time and sitting up to 8 hours in a day
• Move/Traverse: infrequently bend, stand, stoop and/or walk
• Carry Weight: infrequently carry weight and/or lift objects (light to heavy) weighing up to 10 pounds
• Hearing and Speech: frequently communicates with the ability to hear and talk on a regular basis with employees, coworkers, and all personnel matters; must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations
• Sight: frequent use of sight to detect images on computer, office documents, and office objects near and far
• Climb: occasionally ascends/descends on stairway to get to office upper and lower floors
• Travel: up to 50% as needed 

EXAMPLE OF WORK ENVIRONMENT 

• Regular professional, office business setting
• Noise level ranges from low to moderate (if in office setting)
• Noise level ranges from moderate to high (if on construction worksite) 

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 [email protected]. 

Nothing in this statement shall imply implicitly or explicitly a guarantee of employment outside our at-will employment opportunity.

This job position is specific to Qcells USA Corp. only and not any other Hanwha affiliates. The above-listed salary range is required by the California Pay Transparency Act and may differ depending on the location of those candidates hired nationwide. The salary range shared in the job description is for the listed position and only pertains to the candidate if they work in Irvine, CA. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to internal pay equity, skill set, education, licenses and certifications, geographic location, essential job duties and requirements, and the necessary experience relative to the job’s minimum qualifications. If candidates are considered for a nationwide role, then the compensation range will follow the marketability of the job function within those states. An additional discretionary bonus structure or incentives may be offered as part of the overall compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, dental, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.