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
• Coordinates 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

Working Conditions and Physical Efforts

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

About Manhattan

Founded in 1896, Manhattan is a top-ranked national construction services firm that provides preconstruction, construction management, program management, general building, and design-build services. Manhattan’s award-winning portfolio includes mission-critical, sports, healthcare, government, education, laboratory, aviation, transportation, convention, casino, and hospitality facilities. Manhattan is a: 20-time Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) Accredited Quality Contractor (AQC)ABC 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023 Top Performing ContractorTen-time STEP Diamond Safety Award Winner2017, 2021, and 2022 National Safety Pinnacle Award winner2023 Great Company To Work For (Oklahoma Magazine) Under the fifth generation of Rooney family ownership and headquartered in Oklahoma, Manhattan focuses on building trust and building excellence. We pride ourselves on our uncompromising commitment to ethical conduct, safety, and making fiscally sound business decisions to support our clients’ long-term goals, team members, and project partners.

Attention All Third-Party Agencies, Headhunters, and Recruiters

Attention All Third-Party Agencies, Headhunters, and Recruiters
Manhattan Construction will not accept candidate submission by unsolicited third parties through this site or any company email address. All unsolicited candidates presented to Manhattan Construction will be considered the property of Manhattan Construction. Manhattan Construction will not be responsible for any fees associated with unsolicited candidates, nor will a contractual relationship be formed by the submission. Manhattan Construction will not be obligated and will not under any circumstances pay any fees to said third parties submitting candidates in this manner. Manhattan Construction only forms contracts with recruiters with whom we have an established business relationship and with whom we have in place a signed agreement. All contact with Manhattan Construction from third parties must be through our Human Resources Recruiting department. Outside recruiters are asked not to contact our hiring managers directly. Any contact made outside of the Manhattan Construction Human Resources Recruiting Department by a third party will cancel any future business relationships between the third party and Manhattan Construction.