Senior Project Control Manager

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. Every year, we celebrate team members who have been with the company for 10, 20, 30, and even 40-plus years. We offer large company benefits and professional development opportunities with the care and concern of a family-owned business.

Why Manhattan?

• Competitive pay and benefits
• A positive, friendly, and team-oriented workplace with caring leadership
• Professional development and leadership programs
• Opportunity 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

About the role

The Sr. Project Controls Manager is responsible for the general administration of all Manhattan project controls practices and policies within their region. In this role, the Sr. Project Controls Manager manages the operating platform for Manhattan and ensures all regional projects embrace and incorporate new and existing operational guidelines into everyday performance. This position requires business management acumen and must demonstrate strong leadership, organizational, and time management skills, as well as strong communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership and training to enable project teams to operate in accordance with company standards
• Assists in training Operations Managers for implementation of Manhattan standards and policies
• Monitors software standards and training for the company
• Monitors and takes action on Key Performance Indicators in various systems
• Assists in the development of project execution plans within their region
• Champions at least one PM system company-wide by creating and updating national training materials and ensuring consistency across regions
• Leads project controls efforts on mid-size projects or larger
• Assists Project Directors with Job Cost Budget / GMP Strategy regarding systems and financials
• Leads Project Performance Review process within the region
• Enforces standards for value management, change management, purchasing, subcontractor prequalification, and award and notifications
• Analyzes, identifies, and resolves issues with various PM Systems
• Assists in the review and potential rollout of new software
• Conducts themselves in accordance with our Guiding Principles and exhibits attributes matching the Way We Work
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

• Strong financial acumen
• Tech-savvy with proficiency in PM Systems
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Functions effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Exhibits strong leadership qualities
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills
• Computer knowledge and efficiency, including Microsoft Office products
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Demonstrated understanding and proficiency with various delivery methods

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, Accounting, Math, or equivalent
• 15 years of industry experience

Working Conditions

• Ability to physically stand, bend, sit for long periods, and squat throughout the day
• Ability to repeat the same movements
• Effective communication to participate fully in 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 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 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 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.