Preconstruction Manager

Manhattan Construction; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Team-oriented workplace

Professional development programs

Community project involvement

Security and stability

Multiple U.S. office locations

Job summary

Manhattan Construction is seeking a Preconstruction Manager to lead companywide adherence to MCC standards and to guide preconstruction activities across projects. The role demands strong communication, mentoring, and the ability to own and deliver messages with confidence.

The ideal candidate will manage cost budgets, perform value management analyses, and collaborate with design and operations teams to ensure accurate budgeting and scheduling.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering or equivalent; substitution allowed with related experience on a one-to-one basis.
• 12 years of industry experience.
• Experience in healthcare, aviation, and collegiate and sports projects preferred.

Responsibilities

• Represent Manhattan's Preconstruction Team to Clients.
• Meet Client Needs/Budget/Attend OAC/design meetings.
• Provide Concept Budgets and perform Value Management Analysis.
• Coordinate with operations to ensure correct Cost Budget is sent to accounting.
• Maintain the Manhattan Code of Business Practices and Guiding Principals.
• Establish and monitor Subcontractor Relationships and review Subcontracts.

Skills

Strong written and verbalcommunication

Time management

Organizational skills

Client service skills

Leadership and mentoring

Financial acumen

Ability to meet deadlines

Discretion and confidentiality

Networking ability

Education

Bachelor's Degree- Construction Management, Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Autodesk Software

Estimating & Takeoff Software

Manhattan software

Job description

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.

Check out the details in our Career Development Booklet on
our website: www.manhattanconstructioncareers.com

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Preconstruction Manager 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
• Perform Value Management Analysis
• Coordinate with/the operations team to ensure the
  correct Cost Budget is sent to accounting
• Maintain the Manhattan Code of Business Practices &
  ensure teams follow the Guiding Principals
• Establishes & Monitors Subcontractor
  Relationships
• Aides Bid-Day Assignments
• Reviews/Understand Project Cost Reports
• Attend/Organize Preconstruction Meetings
• Strong Knowledge of General Conditions
  Estimates/Schedule / Below the Line costs
• Manage Time/Costs of Preconstruction Services /
  Manages
• Precon Status Reports (PSRs) for projects
• Assist With Business Development Strategies
• Thorough Understanding & Compliance with Risk
  Management Policies
• Coordinate Subcontractor Networking Efforts
• Review 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.
• Other duties as assigned

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
• Experience in healthcare, aviation, and collegiate and sports projects preferred

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 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. 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.