Manager, Operational Excellence

The role

The Manager, Operational Excellence supports the establishment and execution of a newly formed OE function within the COO organization. This role focuses on cross-functional coordination, independent validation, and operational discipline across the project lifecycle.

What you will do

• Support the operation and monitoring of Stage-Gate processes across projects
• Track and verify required deliverables, assumptions, and approvals at each stage
• Support validation of RACI alignment across cross-functional teams
• Identify gaps, misalignments, or process deviations and escalate appropriately
• Perform independent cross-checks on cost estimates, CapEx assumptions, project schedules, and milestone logic
• Assist in tracking and reviewing critical long-lead equipment
• Maintain visibility into procurement status, lead times, and execution risks
• Support definition, tracking, and reporting of operational KPIs
• Act as a coordination point between HQ and project teams
• Prepare materials, summaries, and dashboards for COO and management meetings

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or related field
• 5–8 years of experience EPC, or project-based organizations
• Basic understanding of Project Lifecycle and Stage-Gate concepts
• Basic understanding of Cost, schedule, and risk management fundamentals
• Basic understanding of Long Lead Item procurement and execution risks
• Strong analytical and documentation skills
• Bilingual in Korean and English
• Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, and project tracking tools

Nice to have

• Exposure to utility-scale solar PV and/or BESS projects
• Experience in Pre-Construction, Project Controls, PMO or Corporate Planning
• Familiarity with Safe Harbor, ITC, or IRA-related considerations
• Experience working with cross-functional teams in matrix organizations
• Prior experience supporting executive-level reporting or governance processes

About the company

Hanwha Renewables designs, builds and manages renewable energy solutions. The company is a member of Hanwha Group, a FORTUNE Global 500 firm.