Why 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. Every year, we celebrate team members who have been with the company for 10, 20, 30, and even 40-plus years. What is it about Manhattan that makes people stick around for decades?
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.
- To work on exciting projects for your community.
- Security and stability working for a financially strong company.
- More opportunities to grow your career through our multiple U.S. office locations and affiliated companies.
If Manhattan sounds like the place for you, share your resume with us!
Position Summary
The Sr. Preconstruction Manager has a focus 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 Sr. Precon Manager must be a flexible and adaptable team-player, as well as 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
Ambassador to Manhattan BrandAttends client / design meetingsProvides Deliverables to ClientsDevelops Project StrategiesProvides Guidance / Mentorship to Team MembersLead discussions with the regional leader / ops team on projects engaged withProvides direct Support to Director of PreconTeaches / Oversight of the Guiding PrinciplesEngaged in updating processes / sharing lessons learned / considering new technologiesProvides quarterly check-ins and performance reviews with all direct reportsRepresent Manhattan's Preconstruction Team to ClientsMeet Client Needs / Budget / Attend OAC / design meetingsProvides Concept BudgetsPerform Value Management AnalysisCoordinate with operations team to ensure the correct Cost Budget is sent to AccountingMaintain the Manhattan Code of Business Practices & ensure teams follow the Guiding PrincipalsEstablishes & Monitors Subcontractor RelationshipsAides Bid-Day AssignmentsReviews / Understand Project Cost ReportsAttend / Organize Preconstruction MeetingsStrong Knowledge of General Conditions Estimates / Schedule / Below the Line costsManage Time / Costs of Preconstruction Services / ManagesPrecon Status Reports (PSRs) for projectsAssist With Business Development StrategiesThorough Understanding & Compliance with Risk Management PoliciesCoordinate Subcontractor Networking EffortsReview all Subcontracts before Issuance to SubcontractorsManages expectations for the team for their projectsProvides quarterly check-ins and performance reviews w / all direct reportsResponsible for conducting themselves in accordance with our Guiding Principles and exhibiting attributes matching the Way We Work.Other responsibilities as assignedJob Skills & Abilities Guidelines
Knowledge and efficiency in Manhattan softwareStrong networking ability, known in the communityStrong conceptual estimating skillsExperience w / delivering stellar preconstruction services to clients & managing the budgetFamiliarity of logistics and operationsStrong written and verbal communication skillsStrong math / accounting skillsAbility to meet critical deadlinesAbility to maintain discretion and confidentiality at all timesTime management skills and organizational skillsAbility to understand and follow directionsAbility to read drawings and specificationsAbility to accurately obtain quantities & compile estimatesKnowledge of Autodesk SoftwareKnowledge of Estimating & Takeoff SoftwareMinimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree- Construction Management, Engineering or equivalent. May substitute required education degree with related experience on a one-to-one basis15 years of industry experienceMust have experience in hyperscale mission critical project sectorWorking 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. For the same reasons we have so many tenured team members, we also have been fortunate to work with many clients for decades, some for over half a century.
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