Regional Quality Manager, North East (Remote - Travel Required)

SOLV Energy•Washington, NV

9d•$116,812 - $146,016•Remote

About The Position

The Regional Quality Manager oversees quality assurance and control for PV EPC projects in an assigned region, ensuring projects meet quality standards and comply with industry regulations, company standards, contract requirements, and customer expectations. The role is remote and requires regular travel to project sites to train and instruct field teams, conduct audits, and perform First Article Inspections. Travel may also include meetings with clients, suppliers, and regulatory agencies, as well as occasional seminars, conferences, and meetings. The manager develops and improves project quality plans and systems; monitors project work, materials, components, systems, and processes; trains and supports project teams; collaborates with project stakeholders; maintains quality records and reports; and conducts root cause analyses and corrective and preventive actions. The role also requires proficiency with SOLV Energy’s Sunscreen software to support documentation and quality reporting.

Requirements

At least 5 years of quality management experience in the solar or renewable energy industry.
Strong knowledge of quality assurance and control methodologies.
Strong knowledge of electrical construction and electrical safety.
Experience with construction drawings and installation procedures.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency in quality management software and tools.
Ability to work as part of a team.
Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Quality management certifications such as ASQ Certified Auditor, ISO 9001, Six Sigma, or PMP.
Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification, or Journeyman qualification.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement quality plans aligned with SOLV Energy’s Quality Management System, SOPs, and project contract requirements.
Establish, maintain, and continuously improve quality systems to meet industry standards, regulatory requirements, and customer expectations.
Conduct inspections and audits of ongoing and completed projects for adherence to quality standards, authority having jurisdiction requirements, manufacturer installation instructions, and applicable codes.
Oversee testing, inspection, and evaluation of materials, components, systems, and processes used in regional PV projects.
Train and guide project teams on quality assurance and control practices, company quality procedures, and reference materials.
Collaborate with project managers, engineers, suppliers, and clients to resolve quality issues and support customer satisfaction.
Maintain records of inspections, audits, and corrective actions, and prepare regular reports for management and clients.
Become proficient with Sunscreen software and train project teams in documentation processes; initiate, report, and document project quality matters.
Conduct formal audits of documentation compliance, reporting methods, installation procedures, material handling, and vendor product performance.
Conduct and document root cause analyses using 5-Why or 8D methods, and create, implement, and monitor corrective and preventive actions.
Identify process improvements and implement corrective actions to improve project quality and efficiency.
Stay current with industry standards, regulations, and best practices and ensure project compliance.