Center Manager

Who we are:

Quest Global delivers world-class end-to-end engineering solutions by leveraging our deep industry knowledge and digital expertise. By bringing together technologies and industries, alongside the contributions of diverse individuals and their areas of expertise, we can solve problems better, faster. This multi-dimensional approach enables us to solve the most critical and large-scale challenges across the aerospace & defense, automotive, energy, hi-tech, healthcare, medical devices, rail and semiconductor industries.

We are looking for humble geniuses, who believe that engineering has the potential to make the impossible possible; innovators, who are not only inspired by technology and innovation, but also perpetually driven to design, develop, and test as a trusted partner for Fortune 500 customers. As a team of remarkably diverse engineers, we recognize that what we are really engineering is a brighter future for us all. If you want to contribute to meaningful work and be part of an organization that truly believes when you win, we all win, and when you fail, we all learn, then we’re eager to hear from you.

What you will do:

The center manager role is a crucial position at Quest Global, whose primary purpose of the role is to balance the needs of our employees, our customers, and our company in the development of business strategies and policies. One key responsibility is the development and mentoring of program managers and project leaders to ensure a healthy business and a good working environment with strong employee engagement. Center managers are the face of Quest Global to our employees and our customers, and as such are expected to demonstrate integrity and lead by example. It’s a challenging role, but will be extremely fulfilling for those with the right disposition to develop leaders and delight customers.

To sponsor and manage the delivery of all the programs, projects and the related non project work through optimum resource utilization and adherence to quality and technical standards. Lead a team of direct reports, remove barriers, and meet expectations. Effective delegation, team development, workload & project tracking, and identifying new resources to hiring onto the team will be essential for the manager’s success. Additional responsibilities include ensuring that the team develops and executes with a mix of leadership and program responsibilities.

• Develop and mentor program managers and team leads in their responsibilities to foster an accountability culture and maintain a healthy, effective team
• Champion employee engagement throughout center and promote a good working environment for all employees in line with Quest Global values and culture
• Make critical decisions to balance needs of stakeholders (customers, employees, and the company), and develop site-specific strategies in line with business unit strategies and market conditions
• Cascade business strategies through goal-setting and appraisal processes
• Build relationships with existing and new customers, identify opportunities, propose solutions, and review program performance; work with account management to write proposals for new business development
• Promote a quality culture and administer systems that ensure consistent business excellence
• Sponsor and oversee critical projects to ensure customer satisfaction, business performance, and efficient use of resources; address customer and personnel issues to ensure a healthy center and a positive working environment.
• Analyze and forecast business performance to drive continuous improvement of the business, implement new business models, and institute best practices

What you will bring:

• Bachelors in Engineering or Management preferred with at least 10 years of management experience required; experience in engineering services and aerospace is preferred
• Demonstrated global mindset and ability to collaborate effectively across cultures
• Self-motivated and ability to work independently, with change management experience and a track record of challenging the status quo
• Ability to communicate and present effectively and clearly with management, peers, team members, and clients
• Ability to interact with suppliers and customers
• Experience with project management preferred, Quest Global experience with IPMS a PLUS
• Enjoy people and dynamic teams with diverse experiences. We have fun together!
• US Citizen required due to the nature of the work

Pay Range: $90,000 - $120,000

Work requirements:

This role is considered an on-site position located in Rockford, IL

• You must be able to commute to and from the location with your own transportation arrangements to meet the required working hours.

Citizenship requirement: Due to the nature of the work, U.S. citizenship is required.

Benefits begin on day one:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Employer paid Life Insurance, Short- & Long-Term Disability