Senior Contracts Manager

Tsmetalsquartzelec; Independence (KS); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Kansas seeks a Senior Contracts Manager to oversee strategic operations and maintain high standards in project delivery. This role involves managing team performance, driving business development, and ensuring P&L accountability. Ideal candidates will have a background in engineering or construction with at least 5 years of managerial experience and relevant qualifications. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing teams within an engineering or construction environment.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar managerial role.
• SMSTS and Health & Safety for Managers certification.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for operational, financial, customer, and employee strategy.
• Ensure a continuous pipeline of work through client development.
• Own P&L performance and budgets for High Voltage and Low Voltage project profit centres.
• Drive business development and secure new opportunities.

Skills

Team management

Commercial acumen

Business development

Client relationship management

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Education

Higher qualification in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Quartzelec is an independent, multi-disciplined service provider, proudly employing over 600 people in the UK and beyond, with a turnover exceeding £90 million.

We specialise in contracting and rotating machine services, and our expertise in repairing and maintaining motors and generators is backed by over 100 years of experience in the field.

We take pride in being an engineering authority with a strategic global presence, dedicated to meeting the unique needs of our clients.

Join us for a unique experience where we value autonomy, giving our employees responsibility and ownership in their areas of expertise.

The OpportunityAs the Senior Contracts Manager, you’ll be responsible for the operational, financial, customer, and employee strategy within your business unit. You’ll ensure a continuous pipeline of work through client development and effective project management, while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and performance.

Working closely with the Operations Manager, you’ll take commercial responsibility for the High Voltage and Low Voltage project profit centres—owning P&L performance, budgets, cash flow, and forecasting. You’ll be a key contributor to shaping business strategy, growing our client base, and ensuring our delivery remains first-class.

Lead and manage project teams to achieve operational and financial objectives.

Take full ownership of P&L, budgets, forecasting, and commercial performance.

Drive business development, identifying and securing new opportunities while strengthening existing client relationships.

Ensure projects are delivered right first time, safely and to the highest quality standards.

Interpret and manage contracts effectively with support from the commercial team.

Promote a culture of performance, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Lead all HR activities within the unit—coaching, mentoring, and developing your teams.

Ensure compliance with all company policies and HV/LV safety rules.

Contribute to the overall success of the business unit through innovation and collaboration.

Your skills and experiences:

Proven experience managing teams within an engineering or construction environment.

Strong commercial acumen with a solid understanding of P&L and budget control.

Demonstrated success in business development and client relationship management.

In-depth knowledge of the HV/LV electrical engineering services industry

Exceptional leadership, communication, and people management skills.

Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar managerial role

Higher qualification in Electrical Engineering (desirable).

SMSTS and Health & Safety for Managers certification.

How to Apply

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