EHSQ Operations Manager

Overview

EHSQ Operations Manager – HQC US (Hanwha Qcells USA Corp) provides leadership, systems oversight, and administrative coordination to ensure the EHSQ Department operates effectively day to day. This includes managing external EHSQ agencies, consultants, and contractors, and coordinating department meetings and reporting functions as well as team metrics for department performance. The role coordinates the setup and oversight of EHSQ systems and vendors that support individual projects, the department, and the company as a whole.

The position reports to the Sr. Director of EHSQ (or a designated senior manager). This role is remote with standard business hours Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. local time. Travel is required up to 20% of the time, which may include short-notice trips and extended site visits as business needs dictate.

Location: Houston, TX

FLSA Status: Exempt

Position Status: Permanent, Full-time

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

• Monitors the onboarding and training for new EHSQ staff to ensure alignment with processes, tools, and expectations.
• Coordinates the set-up and maintains oversight of EHSQ Systems and vendors that support individual projects and the Company as a whole.
• Coordinates the implementation of EHSQ activities to ensure consistent implementation across departments and projects.
• Manages the administrative functions for Procore, Sharepoint, Smartsheets and any other software required for Department efficiency.
• Administer SharePoint sites and libraries to support documentation retention, version control, and organizational best practices.
• Coordinates all departmental meetings, including coordinating the implementation of action items resulting from these meetings.
• Oversee departmental administrative functions including but not limited to: timesheets, expense reports, and travel requests, ensuring timely and accurate processing.
• Leads, prepare, maintain, and deliver weekly and monthly EHSQ reports and dashboards for leadership and contractual obligations, summarizing KPIs, trends, and risks.
• Review, edit, and standardize departmental documentation including EHSQ Plans, procedures, and reports to ensure polished and professional outputs.
• Create templates, style guides, and document control processes to unify departmental deliverables.
• Manage professional development and growth for all EHSQ staff.
• Coordinate training and development programs for EHSQ Systems, maintaining proficiency in Procore and SharePoint.
• Coordinate with HR, Finance, Operations, and Project Management to align EHSQ processes with company-wide systems and standards.
• Audit existing departmental documentation and implement continuous improvements for clarity, accuracy, and compliance.
• Track departmental budgets, procurement requests, and resource allocations to support operational readiness.
• Collect and analyze project data to provide actionable insights and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Build and maintain departmental dashboards and digital tools in Procore, SharePoint, and Power BI to improve accessibility, reporting, and decision-making.
• Drive continuous improvement of company wide EHSQ workflows through Procore auditing, reporting, and records management, ensuring consistency, compliance, and actionable insights.
• Assist in interviewing, evaluating, and onboarding potential EHSQ staff to ensure strong EHSQ leadership across projects.
• Develop and approve EHSQ Control Verification Checklists and related work instructions for key site activities.
• Represent the company in EHSQ-related discussions with project owners, lenders, and third-party stakeholders, as needed.
• Promote and foster a culture of continuous improvement that enhances company efficiency, customer satisfaction, and project EHSQ.
• Interact and collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, construction, commissioning, quality, environmental, legal, HR, and operations teams.
• Provide logistical and administrative support for EHSQ team meetings, inspections, and audits.
• Perform other duties and special projects, as assigned.
• Travel is required up to 20%, including extended site visits, short-notice trips,…