Workforce Management Associate Jobs in Houston, TX

Title: EPC Workforce Specialist
Department: Construction
Location: Houston, TX
Supervisor: Head of Construction/Workforce Manager
FLSA Status: Exempt
Position Status: Permanent, Full-time

Work Status: Hybrid

EPC WORKFORCE SPECIALIST

Hanwha Qcells USA Corp (Qcells USA), headquartered in Houston, 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 Development, Module, 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 EPC Workforce Specialist supports the coordination and administration of field workforce activities across Qcells USA's EPC construction projects. This role is responsible for tracking labor resources, maintaining workforce data, coordinating with staffing agencies, and supporting the COO organization in meeting manpower requirements throughout all phases of project execution. Working closely with the EPC project team, HR, and site supervision, the EPC Workforce Specialist ensures accurate workforce records, timely communication of labor needs, coordination of project (and per diem) assignments, and workforce reporting requirements.

This position reports to the Workforce Manager, or another management personnel that the CEO of the Company may designate. This position is hybrid located in our Houston, TX office reporting to the office up to 4 days per week 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 10%.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION & RESPONSIBILITIES
 

·          Coordinate and track daily, weekly, and long-range staff labor requirements across active EPC project sites

·          Maintain accurate workforce data including headcounts, labor classifications, certifications, and deployment schedules

·          Liaise with staffing agencies to communicate workforce needs, mobilization timelines, and demobilization plans

·          Support project managers and site supervisors with labor forecasting, scheduling inputs, and workforce gap analysis

·          Maintain and update workforce management systems, databases, and spreadsheets with current and accurate project labor data

·          Coordinate with HR on workforce gaps, staffing plans, and hiring needs

·          Coordinate with payroll and timekeeping teams to resolve discrepancies related to field workforce hours and classifications

·          Prepare workforce status reports, manpower curves, and labor utilization summaries for project leadership

·          Assist with mobilization logistics including per diem, project assignments, and logistics

·          Regular attendance, in accordance with company's attendance policy and supervisory assignment, is an essential job duty requirement for this position

·          Perform other duties and special projects, as assigned by Management

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
 

·          Associate's or Bachelor's degree in any degree; equivalent work experience may be considered

·          Minimum of 4 years of experience in workforce coordination, field HR, construction administration, or a related role

·          Experience supporting EPC, construction, or energy project environments preferred

·          Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook); experience with workforce management or HRIS systems a plus

·          Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

·          Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to work effectively with field personnel, subcontractors, and office-based teams

·          Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive workforce information with discretion

EXAMPLES 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 10% as needed

EXAMPLES 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)
• Under the Office Mobilization Plan (OMP) policy, the role may transition to an onsite or hybrid arrangement, as determined by business needs and the Head of Department

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 hr-usa@qcells.com.