About The Position

The Preconstruction Manager supports companywide success by adhering to Manhattan Construction Company standards and managing the preconstruction activities needed to prepare and deliver the company’s preconstruction services. This role guides and mentors team members and requires adaptability, strong communication and client service, and ownership and confidence in the work being delivered. The position also manages expectations for project teams and conducts quarterly check-ins and performance reviews with direct reports. The manager represents Manhattan’s Preconstruction Team to clients, supports project budgeting and value management, coordinates with operations and accounting, and oversees subcontractor relationships and preconstruction services. The position requires 12 years of industry experience and a bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or an equivalent field; related experience may substitute for the education requirement on a one-to-one basis. Occasional travel is required, primarily in the metropolitan area and sometimes domestically.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or equivalent; related experience may substitute for the education requirement on a one-to-one basis.
  • 12 years of industry experience.
  • Knowledge and efficiency in Manhattan software.
  • Strong networking ability and recognition in the community.
  • Strong conceptual estimating skills.
  • Experience delivering excellent preconstruction services to clients and managing budgets.
  • Familiarity with logistics and operations.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong math and accounting skills.
  • Ability to meet critical deadlines.
  • Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality.
  • Time-management and organizational skills.
  • Knowledge of Autodesk software.
  • Knowledge of estimating and takeoff software.
  • Ability to physically stand, bend, sit for long periods, and squat throughout the day.
  • Ability to repeat the same movements.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in meetings, video conferences, and phone calls.
  • Ability to use hands to type, handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
  • Ability to occasionally lift, pull, or move up to 25 pounds.
  • Valid driver’s license; occasional travel is required, primarily in the metropolitan area and sometimes domestically.

Responsibilities

  • Represent Manhattan’s Preconstruction Team to clients.
  • Meet client needs and budgets and attend owner-architect-contractor and design meetings.
  • Provide conceptual budgets and perform value management analyses.
  • Coordinate with the operations team to ensure the correct cost budget is sent to accounting.
  • Maintain the Manhattan Code of Business Practices and ensure teams follow the Guiding Principles.
  • Establish and monitor subcontractor relationships.
  • Assist with bid-day assignments.
  • Review and understand project cost reports.
  • Attend and organize preconstruction meetings.
  • Manage preconstruction service time and costs and manage Preconstruction Status Reports for projects.
  • Assist with business development strategies.
  • Comply with risk management policies.
  • Coordinate subcontractor networking efforts.
  • Review all subcontracts before issuance to subcontractors.
  • Manage expectations for project teams.
  • Conduct quarterly check-ins and performance reviews with direct reports.
  • Conduct themselves in accordance with the company’s Guiding Principles and exhibit attributes matching the Way We Work.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • Competitive pay and benefits.
  • Professional development and leadership programs.
  • Career growth opportunities through multiple U.S. office locations and affiliated companies.
  • Security and stability working for a financially strong company.
  • Positive, friendly, and team-oriented workplace with caring leadership.
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