[Remote] Sr. Mission Critical Program Manager

Note The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Qcells North America is seeking a Senior Mission Critical Program Manager to oversee the delivery of data center fit-out and retrofit projects. The role involves managing the installation of MEP and mission-critical infrastructure while ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget. Responsibilities Serve as Qcells’ owner representative on data center fit-out and retrofit projects, maintaining on-site presence at active sites Oversee engineering partners, EPCs, and contractors to ensure work is performed to specification, on schedule, and within budget Attend coordination meetings, OAC sessions, and site walks to monitor progress and surface issues early Mitigate change orders and protect project interests through proactive risk identification and resolution Lead end-to-end project execution across multiple concurrent data center sites, from design coordination through installation, integration, commissioning, and closeout Own project schedules, budgets, and milestones; track progress against plan and drive corrective action when needed Manage scope, contract administration, submittals, RFIs, change orders, and project documentation Coordinate constructability reviews, value engineering, and design coordination with engineering teams and contractors Oversee installation of MEP and mission-critical infrastructure, including generators, ATS, switchgear, mechanical systems, and DC electrical distribution Validate that technical aspects of installation, including MEP, power systems, and critical environment requirements, are executed to specification Partner with internal engineering and power systems teams to resolve technical issues in the field Oversee commissioning, turnover, and closeout activities to ensure sites are delivered ready for operation Maintain quality control across site execution, identifying and escalating deviations from design intent Track project costs, schedule, and change order impact across assigned sites Maintain project schedules and drive corrective action when needed Identify and manage project risks across safety, cost, schedule, and quality Report project status, key metrics, and risks to internal leadership on a regular cadence Partner with internal engineering, power systems, program management, and deployment teams to maintain delivery alignment Coordinate with Qcells’ program management function to ensure individual project execution rolls up to portfolio-level delivery visibility Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure sites meet operational, reliability, and performance goals Skills Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field 7+ years of project management experience in construction, infrastructure, or mission-critical facilities, with demonstrated exposure to data center, retrofit, or fit-out work Strong working knowledge of mission-critical MEP and electrical systems, including generators, ATS, switchgear, and DC electrical distribution, along with commissioning processes and critical environment protocols Proven ability to manage project budgets, schedules, contract administration, and risk on complex infrastructure projects Experience coordinating with general contractors, engineering consultants, and vendor execution partners Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and work effectively across internal and external stakeholders Travel may be required up to 50%, depending on business needs Experience serving as an owner's representative or in an owner-side project management role Experience delivering data center fit-out, brownfield conversion, or colocation retrofit projects Experience with supporting power infrastructure including BESS, solar, generators, or utility interconnection Experience delivering hyperscale, colocation, or mission-critical data center projects PMP, CCM, or equivalent project management certification Familiarity with construction project scheduling and document collaboration tools (e.g., Primavera P6, Bluebeam) Experience with fast-track delivery and owner-side risk management on capital projects Company Overview Qcells is a renowned complete energy solutions provider in solar cell and module, energy storage, downstream project business and energy retail. It was founded in undefined, and is headquartered in Irvine, California, US, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is http//www.qcells.com/us. Company H1B Sponsorship Qcells North America has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 3 in 2026, 11 in 2025, 14 in 2024, 8 in 2023, 15 in 2022, 4 in 2021, 1 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.

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