Area Manager

Qualus; Walled Lake (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading power services firm in Michigan seeks an Area Manager to oversee operations and financials across multiple locations. Responsibilities include strategic planning, managing teams, and ensuring the quality and profitability of services. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree and extensive experience in management within the energy sector. Competitive benefits and a full-time employment offer enhance this opportunity.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Match

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• 7+ years of management experience in the energy sector or service industry.
• Proven ability to develop and maintain financial plans.
• Strong working knowledge of operational procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage operations and financials of a service area.
• Oversee management of day-to-day operations and ensure KPI’s are met.
• Develop and implement strategies to increase profitability.

Skills

Communication Skills

Leadership

Resource Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Overview

Power your future with Qualus in our Specialized Field Service department as a Area Manager. As the Area Manager you will be responsible to lead and manage the operations and financials of a service area, which may include multiple profit and loss centers , locations or teams . You will be accountable for leading and directing a team of leaders (Field Service Managers and/or Field Service Supervisors) within our MN, MI, TN and KY offices.

Responsibilities

• Execution of strategic plans for optimized productivity within the multiple departments within the area.
• Allocate and manage resources to support competitive strategies, keep the company economically healthy, and produce high returns.
• Review and improve organizational effectiveness by optimizing processes, overseeing employees, establishing a highly motivated work team, and creating innovative approaches for improvement
• Seek out opportunities for expansion and growth by leading and working with the sales team to develop new business relationships and serving as an operational partner to sales in generating business
• Oversee management of day-to-day operations, assigning performance goals to leaders and assuring their completion, while accomplishing the area’s goals
• Recruit, onboard, and train high-performing employees to achieve sales, profitability, market share, and business plan objectives
• Oversee the maintenance of project timelines, quality, safety and profitability to ensure KPI’s are met and develop contingency plans as needed
• Develop, implement, and maintain budgetary and resource allocation plans for multiple cost centers within the area.
• Effectively delegate responsibilities appropriately while enforcing all policies, procedures, standards, specifications, guidelines, training programs, and cultural values
• Resolve internal staff conflicts efficiently and to the mutual benefit of those involved
• Plan, coordinate and direct business operations to ensure the achievement of company revenue goals and documentation of expenses
• Develop, outline and implement plans and strategies to increase the profitability of company products and services
• Develop and initiate strategies to maintain employee productivity, evaluate performance and improve the quality of products and services
• Provide feedback and make recommendations that increase the success of marketing and sales efforts as well as the effectiveness of current strategies toward reaching target markets
• Oversee the quality and safety activities within the area to ensure adherence to company culture and objectives
• Schedule and lead staff meetings to discuss updates, issues, feedback and to develop solutions to issues that come up within the company's operations
• Train, guide and mentor employees and evaluate their performance and productivity in completing their job duties

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Electrical Engineering or related field is preferred
• 7+ years of ex perience in management, within the energy sector or service industry
• Experience in management of multiple profit and loss centers
• Above-average communication, collaboration, and delegation skills
• Proven ability to develop and maintain financial plans
• Ability to motivate and lead people, and hold employees accountable
• Strong working knowledge of operational procedures
• Excellent demonstrated communication (verbal and written), people, and organizational skills
• Experience is desirable in any of the following related areas: Protection and Control and/or apparatus testing and commissioning; SCADA/Fault Data/SER/Integration-Automation equipment installation and testing, Project Management or Utility Management.

Benefits & Compensation

Qualus benefits offered include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays, for those who qualify.

The expected compensation range for this position is based upon several factors, including but not limited to education, qualifications, prior relevant work experience and work location.

Company Overview

Qualus is a leading pure-play power services firm and innovator at the forefront of the energy transition and transformation, with differentiated capabilities across grid modernization, resiliency, security, and sustainability. The firm partners with utilities, commercial, industrial, data center, and government clients, and renewable and energy storage developers, offering comprehensive solutions through boutique and integrated advisory, planning, engineering, digital solutions, program management, and specialized field services. Qualus also provides software and technology enabled services and develops breakthrough solutions for critical power industry challenges such as distributed and variable resource integration, emergency management, and secure data exchange. The firm has nearly 1,600 professionals, with offices throughout the U.S. and Canada.

EEO

At Qualus, we believe everyone has value; and that the diversity and inclusion among our teams is what sets us apart for optimal success. We put people first because we care. To view a copy of the Qualus Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Policy Statement, click here.

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Seniority level

• Director

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management

Industries

• Engineering Services, Electric Power Transmission, Control, and Distribution, and Electric Power Generation

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