Preconstruction Manager

About the role

The Preconstruction Manager at Manhattan Construction Company focuses on companywide success in adherence to MCC Standards and all preconstruction activities necessary for the preparation and undertaking of Manhattan’s preconstruction deliverables. The position is responsible for guiding/mentoring other team members. The Precon Manager must be a flexible and adaptable team player and have strong communication and client service skills. In addition, the skill set of owning one’s work & being confident in the message that is being delivered is crucial to this role.

Major duties & responsibilities

• Represent Manhattan’s Preconstruction Team to Clients
• Meet Client Needs/Budget /Attend OAC / design meetings
• Provides Concept Budgets
• Performs Value Management Analysis
• Covers Coordination with/the operations team to ensure the correct Cost Budget is sent to accounting
• Maintains the Manhattan Code of Business Practices & ensures teams follow the Guiding Principals
• Establishes & Monitors Subcontractor Relationships
• Aides Bid-Day Assignments
• Reviews/Understand Project Cost Reports
• Attends/Organizes Preconstruction Meetings
• Strong Knowledge of General Conditions Estimates/Schedule / Below the Line costs
• Manages Time/Costs of Preconstruction Services / ManagesPrecon Status Reports (PSRs) for projects
• Aids With Business Development Strategies
• Thorough Understanding & Compliance with Risk Management Policies
• Covers Coordinate Subcontractor Networking Efforts
• Reviews all Subcontracts before Issuance to Subcontractors
• Manages expectations for the team for their projects
• Provides quarterly check-ins and performance reviews with all direct reports
• Responsible for conducting themselves in accordance with our Guiding Principles and exhibiting attributes matching the Way We Work.

Job skills & abilities guidelines

• Knowledge and efficiency in Manhattan software
• Strong networking ability, known in the community
• Strong conceptual estimating skills
• Experience with/ delivering stellar preconstruction services to clients & managing the budget
• Familiarity with logistics and operations
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong math/accounting skills
• Ability to meet critical deadlines
• Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality at all times
• Time management skills and organizational skills
• Knowledge of Autodesk Software
• Knowledge of Estimating & Takeoff Software

Minimum qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree- Construction Management, Engineering or equivalent.
• May substitute required education degree with related experience on a one-to-one basis
• 12 years of industry experience