Hotel Operations Manager Jobs in Kansas
Hotel Operations Manager jobs in Kansas are concentrated in the hospitality, travel, and convention sectors, with steady demand from full-service hotels, casino resorts, and extended-stay properties serving both business travelers and regional tourism. Wichita, Kansas City (Kansas side), and Overland Park are the primary hiring markets, anchored by employers such as Hyatt, Marriott, and the Boot Hill Casino & Resort. The most in-demand specialties include food and beverage operations, front office leadership, and revenue management. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Overland Park, Kansas (KS), US
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Building the people that build the world.
With platforms in HVAC and Detection and Measurement, SPX Technologies builds innovative solutions that enable a safer, more efficient, sustainable world. Through our RiSE talent development framework, we Reach, Identify, Strengthen, and Engage our employees to support them in their continued development. We’re a global company of problem solvers, collaborators, and innovators, and our businesses build solutions that impact the world.
As part of HVAC Cooling, SPX Cooling Technologies is a leader in high quality industrial HVAC equipment used to cool large facilities like hospitals, data centers, and power plants. With cooling towers, fans, and refrigeration units, companies rely on brands like Marley, Recold, and SGS to provide comfort and mission critical and industrial cooling solutions.
How you will make an Impact (Job Summary)
SPX is a diverse team of unique individuals who all make an impact. The Technical Proposal Manager II is a pivotal position within SPX Cooling. The position leads budget development, technical support, estimating support, strategy and proposal development activities for assigned projects, with may include global opportunities. The incumbent must effectively present recommended strategies to the appropriate project managers, directors, and executives based on each project’s price level, risk, and complexity. The incumbent recommends margin levels that allow award of contract at highest feasible level of profitability.
The successful incumbent effectively manages a challenging workload and as needed, delegates tasks to others in supporting roles. Success in this role demands outstanding organizational, project planning, project management, and communication skills.
What you can expect in this role (Job Responsibilities)
While each day brings new opportunities at SPX, your core responsibilities will be:
Proposal Development and Leadership
Prepare proposals for large-scale and complex projects, ensuring quality and timeliness.
Assume accountability for deadlines and overall proposal quality.
Delegate tasks to support roles and provide leadership and mentoring within the Sales Service Team.
Proactively anticipate needs and take appropriate action throughout the proposal process.
Cost Estimation and Risk Management
Provide cost estimates and recommend margin levels to upper management and the sales team.
Communicate project cost estimates to project management.
Manage risks related to technical, commercial, scheduling, and construction aspects.
Support the sales team with budgetary and firms quotes.
Collaboration and Customer Engagement
Identify customer needs by reviewing technical and commercial specifications and interacting with field sales and customers.
Collaborate with Project Managers, Fields Sales, Engineering, Legal, and other relevant customers.
Assist the field sales team with bid qualifications and provide technical and commercial information.
What we are looking for (Required/Ideal Experience, Skills, Education)
We each bring something to the table, and we are looking for someone who has:
Required Experience & Skills
5-7 years of experience.
Customer focused.
Technical aptitude.
Strong negotiation skills.
Ideal Experience & Skills
Experience with HVAC, industrial processes, or power plants, as well as engineering documents, preferred.
Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint required.
Proficiency in SAP desired or other ERP System.
Ability to read engineering drawings.
Project management experience helpful.
Ability to draw parallels between past and potential projects, thereby developing accurate estimates and minimizing demand for internal resources.
Ability to develop proposal strategies based on subject matter expertise.
Strong understanding of technical and commercial project variables with the ability to proactively initiate action based on that understanding.
Education & Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, preferred.
Master’s degree in Business Administration, preferred.
Travel & Working Environment
Onsite office environment, Monday – Friday; Hybrid work schedule available after satisfactory completion of probationary period.
The position may require working occasionally outside normal work hours.
Occasional outside environment; exposure to excessive noise, heat, or bad weather.
Keyboarding/typing.
Occasional liftin up to 30 pounds.
Ability to read effectively from a computer screen and/or a paper copy.
Ability to handle a large volume of work and perform multiples tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally.
How we live our culture
Our culture is at the center of what we do and, more importantly, who we are. Our core values set a standard for how we manage ourselves, and our Leadership Model sets the standard for how we engage with each other. Whether you are an individual contributor or you lead a large team, each of us leads at SPX.
What benefits do we offer?
We know that the well-being of our employees is integral. Our benefits include:
Generous and flexible paid time off including paid personal time off, caregiver, parental, and volunteer leave
Competitive health insurance plans and 401(k) match, with benefits starting day one
Competitive and performance-based compensation packages and bonus plans
Educational assistance, leadership development programs, and recognition programs
Our commitment to embrace diversity to build a culture of inclusion at SPX
We value different backgrounds, experiences, and voices at SPX, and we are committed to challenging ourselves, openly communicating, and striving to improve every day. We believe in creating an inclusive work environment where everyone has a voice and is encouraged to realize their fullest potential.
SPX is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer committed to making selection decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.
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ABOUT SPX
SPX is a diversified, global supplier of infrastructure equipment with scalable growth platforms in heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC), detection and measurement, and engineered solutions. With operations in 17 countries and approximately $2.2 billion in annual revenue, we offer a wide array of highly engineered products with strong brands.
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SPX TOTAL REWARDS
At SPX, what’s in it for our employees transcends market-competitive compensation and benefits. Our Total Rewards program also includes opportunities for employees’ personal development, career growth, and recognition. These programs focus on alignment and assessment of organizational, team, and individual efforts toward achieving business results. Our development and career growth programs empower our employees to enhance their skills, develop new competencies, and pursue career goals. SPX benefits package provides choices designed to help employees manage their well-being. Our compensation programs are performance-based to recognize and reward employees who work hard, display the values and leadership practices we embrace, and deliver exceptional results.
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OUR VALUES
Integrity
Accountability
Excellence
Teamwork
Results
At SPX, our values are at the heart of everything we do. We use our values every day to help us make the right decisions. We embrace a common purpose and strive for improvement. We respect and value each other as individuals and recognize that only by working together, as a team, can we reach our full potential. We take responsibility for our actions, build strong relationships with each other and our customers, and always act ethically. Our values inspire us to achieve the high standards of quality, safety, and performance that our customers expect and deserve.
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WORKING AT SPX
Our work environment is established on a work-life philosophy supported by policies, programs, and practices that help employees achieve success within and outside the workplace. We believe in creating an inclusive work environment where employees strive to realize their fullest potential. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer committed to making selection decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected basis.
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Where Kansas roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Hotel Operations Manager Job Market in Kansas
A snapshot from current Kansas openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- SPX Technologies5

- Performance Contracting2

- Hyatt1

- Corpay1

- Hilton1

Top Industries Hiring
- Hospitality & Tourism3
- Energy2
- Manufacturing2
- Technology & Software2
- Construction & Real Estate2
What Kansas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in hotel operations manager jobs across Kansas.
- Bachelor's degree in hospitality management, business administration, or a related field
- Minimum three to five years of progressive hotel supervisory or management experience
- Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, control costs, and meet revenue targets
- Experience with property management systems such as Opera or Fosse
- Strong knowledge of food and beverage operations and front office procedures
- Valid Food Handler or Food Manager certification consistent with Kansas Department of Agriculture requirements
Hotel Operations Manager Jobs in Kansas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a hotel operations manager in Kansas?
Most Kansas employers look for a bachelor's degree in hospitality management or business combined with several years of supervisory experience in a hotel setting. Kansas does not require a state-issued license to work as a hotel operations manager, but food service managers overseeing restaurant or banquet operations must hold a Food Manager Certification accepted by the Kansas Department of Agriculture. Building a record in front desk, housekeeping, or food and beverage leadership is the standard path to a first operations manager role in the state.
How much do hotel operations managers make in Kansas?
Hotel operations managers in Kansas earn a median of about $64,220 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $49,090 for the lowest 10% to over $144,730 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire hotel operations managers in Kansas?
Employers hiring hotel operations managers in Kansas right now include SPX Technologies, Performance Contracting, and Hyatt, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Kansas's mix of full-service convention hotels, tribal gaming resorts, and branded extended-stay properties keeps hiring distributed across both urban cores and smaller regional markets.
Which Kansas cities have the most hotel operations manager jobs?
Overland Park, Wichita, and Olathe account for the largest share of hotel operations manager openings in Kansas. Wichita drives the most volume as the state's largest city, supported by its airport, convention center, and a dense corridor of full-service hotel brands, while Overland Park and Kansas City benefit from the suburban corporate travel market and proximity to the region's major conference facilities.
Are there remote hotel operations manager jobs in Kansas?
Yes, but they are rare. Hotel operations management is fundamentally an on-site leadership role requiring daily oversight of staff, guests, and physical facilities. About 35% of hotel operations manager openings tied to Kansas are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, and those tend to be regional director or multi-property support roles rather than property-level management positions.
How can I get hired as a hotel operations manager in Kansas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through a front desk supervisor, housekeeping supervisor, or food and beverage lead role at a full-service Kansas property, then moving into an assistant general manager position. Large Kansas employers including Hyatt and Marriott-affiliated properties in Wichita and Overland Park regularly hire management trainees and promote from within their front-of-house teams. Completing a hospitality management degree through a Kansas institution such as Kansas State University and earning a Food Manager Certification strengthens a candidate's profile for a first operations role.
Where can I find and apply to hotel operations manager jobs in Kansas?
You can find and apply to hotel operations manager jobs in Kansas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from Kansas employers. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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