Pine Gate Renewables is a leading renewable energy company focused on project development and strategic financing of solar and storage projects throughout the United States. The company’s Pine Gate Impact initiative contributes to multiple non-profit organizations aimed at improving the environment and local communities. Headquartered in Asheville, NC, Pine Gate Renewables made the Inc. 5000 list in 2021, placing at #37 and named to Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies list in 2021. Pine Gate Renewables works every day to achieve its mission to “Get Solar Done.” For more information, visit pinegaterenewables.com.
The Senior Director of Compliance, QA/QC plays a pivotal role in ensuring that all design, construction, and commissioning efforts meet stringent regulatory and industry standards. As an integral member of the HSSE (Health, Safety, Security, and Environmental) team, this role is responsible for overseeing the selection of materials, system designs, and installations, ensuring seamless transitions into operations while prioritizing safety and regulatory compliance.
This role is instrumental in representing the company’s commitment to safety, ensuring safe working conditions as assets are taken into service. Post-commissioning, the Senior Director serves as a subject matter expert, guiding ongoing compliance in operations and maintenance to ensure continued adherence to regulatory requirements.
What’ You Do
- Coordinate with key stakeholders to develop project specific QA/QC plans to best support the needs of the project.
- Participate in the review of plans and specifications to ensure compliance with project and regulatory requirements.
- Conduct site inspections, develop action plans associated with findings, and ensure satisfactory completion.
- Report to upper management on progress, trends, concerns, and other matters associated with said inspections.
- Implement QA/QC strategies with a primary focus on project safety and compliance, coupled with performance metrics to track program effectiveness.
- Collaborate in the coordination of warranty and workmanship claims.
- Participate in substantial completion evaluations.
- Assist in the successful transition of projects to operations.
- Development of work instructions.
- Serve as Management of Change Coordinator, overseeing MOC process, engaging proper parties for review and approvals, and ensuring records are properly maintained.
Must-Haves
- 7+ years of experience in QA/QC experience with solar and BESS installations, ideally at utility scale.
- Proven ability to develop, implement, and oversee comprehensive quality management systems across all project phases, from design to execution and operations.
- In depth knowledge of solar assembly, including material quality, installation best practices, and compliance with industry standards.
- Strong capability in reviewing, interpreting, and approving project drawings to ensure adherence to quality standards and regulatory requirements.
- Extensive experience leading and conducting quality assessments, audits, and inspections to ensure project integrity and regulatory compliance.
- Project Management Certification preferred.
- Familiar with principles of ISO9001, ISO27001 and ISO45001.
- Familiar with OSHA 29CFR1910, 29CFR1926, NFPA 70E, IEEE1984 and other regulatory standards.
Work Environment
- Remote office; travel up to 50%
Pine Gate Renewables believes in taking care of our employees by offering benefits that support their physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, matching 401k, Paid Time Off, paid holidays, training, and development, giving back to the community, remote work options, dog-friendly offices, and much more.Pine Gate Renewables is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.
Pine Gate Renewables does not accept any unsolicited resumes or referrals from any third-party recruiting firms or agencies.
