Electrical Preconstruction Manager - Mission Critical

About Manhattan

Manhattan Construction Company is a family of builders committed to developing teams who do the right thing for our projects, our clients, and each other. We offer large company benefits and professional development opportunities with the care and concern of a family-owned business. At Manhattan, you get:

• Competitive pay and benefits
• A positive, friendly, and team-oriented workplace with caring leadership
• Professional development and leadership programs
• Opportunities to work on exciting projects for your community
• Security and stability working for a financially strong company
• Career growth through multiple U.S. office locations and affiliated companies

Founded in 1896, Manhattan is a top-ranked national construction services firm providing preconstruction, construction management, program management, general building, and design-build services. Our award-winning portfolio includes mission-critical, sports, healthcare, government, education, laboratory, aviation, transportation, convention, casino, and hospitality facilities. Manhattan is recognized as:

• 20-time Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) Accredited Quality Contractor (AQC)
• ABC 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023 Top Performing Contractor
• Ten-time STEP Diamond Safety Award Winner
• 2017, 2021, and 2022 National Safety Pinnacle Award winner
• 2023 Great Company To Work For (Oklahoma Magazine)

Under fifth-generation Rooney family ownership and headquartered in Oklahoma, Manhattan focuses on building trust and excellence with an uncompromising commitment to ethical conduct, safety, and fiscally sound business decisions.

About the Role

The Electrical Preconstruction Manager ensures companywide success in adherence to MCC Standards and all preconstruction activities for the electrical scope across Manhattan’s preconstruction deliverables. This role involves guiding and mentoring team members, requiring flexibility, adaptability, strong communication, and client service skills. Confidence in delivering work and messages is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Represent Manhattan’s Electrical / Low Voltage Services to clients
• Meet client needs and budget; attend OAC and design meetings
• Provide concept budget assistance and perform value management analysis
• Coordinate with operations team to ensure accurate cost budgets are sent to accounting
• Maintain the Manhattan Code of Business Practices and ensure team adherence to Guiding Principles
• Establish and monitor subcontractor relationships
• Assist with bid-day assignments and organize preconstruction meetings
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of general conditions estimates, schedules, and below-the-line costs
• Support business development strategies
• Ensure thorough understanding and compliance with risk management policies
• Coordinate subcontractor networking efforts
• Review all subcontracts prior to issuance
• Manage team expectations and conduct quarterly check-ins and performance reviews
• Conduct themselves in accordance with Guiding Principles and exhibit attributes matching the Way We Work
• Other responsibilities as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or equivalent (may substitute with related experience on a one-to-one basis)
• 12 years of industry experience
• Experience with and knowledge of electrical scope of work (subcontractor/design firm)

Skills

• Knowledge and efficiency in Manhattan software
• Strong networking ability and community presence
• Strong conceptual estimating skills
• Experience delivering stellar preconstruction services and managing budgets
• Familiarity with logistics and operations
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong math and accounting skills
• Ability to meet critical deadlines
• Maintain discretion and confidentiality
• Time management and organizational skills
• Knowledge of Autodesk Software
• Knowledge of estimating and takeoff software

Working Conditions

• Ability to stand, bend, sit for long periods, and squat throughout the day
• Ability to repeat the same movements
• Effective communication for meetings, video conferences, and phone calls
• Use hands to type, handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls
• Occasionally lift, pull, or move up to 25 lbs
• Occasional travel, primarily in the metropolitan area but sometimes domestically (valid Driver’s License required)