Smedley Group · 8 hours ago
Motorsport Hub Manager
Dallas, Texas, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelSmedley Group is a high-performance motorsport business focused on delivering organized racing environments. The Motorsport Hub Manager will oversee the operational performance of the Texas championship, managing planning, budgeting, staffing, and execution of race weekends.
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Responsibilities
Manage day-to-day operations of the Texas Hub, ensuring alignment with HQ standards and processes
Be based in the workshop or office a minimum of three working days per week
Plan and deliver race events annually across the Texas
Maintain accurate schedules, reports, and planning documentation using Microsoft 365 tools
Manage event budgets, with a strong emphasis on cost control and financial discipline
Proactively identify opportunities to improve efficiency without compromising safety or quality
Lead the mechanical team in the preparation, maintenance, and readiness of the kart fleet for each event
Ensure all equipment is maintained to a consistently high standard
Oversee the introduction and implementation of technical upgrades as they are released
Work closely with engineering teams to ensure smooth rollout and reliable race-weekend execution
Lead all aspects of race weekend execution, including track coordination, staffing, scheduling, and contingency planning
Act as the senior on-site decision maker during events
Ensure events are delivered safely, professionally, and within budget
Maintain compliance with internal processes and performance targets
Recruit, train, and manage full-time and part-time staff for hub operations and events
Set clear expectations and provide direction before, during, and after events
Conduct post-event reviews to drive continuous improvement
Ensure a high-quality experience for drivers, families, and partners
Act as the escalation point for customer issues, resolving them calmly and professionally
Work closely with sales and marketing teams to support event occupancy and customer satisfaction
Qualification
Required
Proven experience working with budgets and an understanding of the importance of cost control
Strong organisational and planning skills
Confidence leading teams in fast-paced, time-sensitive environments
Clear communication skills and a calm, professional approach under pressure
Proficiency in Microsoft 365, particularly Excel, Outlook, and Word
A valid US driver's license
Weekend availability is essential during the Texas racing season
Willingness to travel extensively across the Texas for race events
Availability and willingness to travel nationally during the summer months to support other US hubs
Preferred
Experience in motorsport, karting, or live sports event operations
Company
Smedley Group
Smedley Group applies Formula 1–inspired technology and consulting to improve performance, operations, and fan-facing motorsport products.
Founded in 2020
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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