Preconstruction Manager: Budgets, Value, Client Delivery

Manhattan Construction; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits

Professional development programs

Leadership opportunities

Job summary

Manhattan Construction seeks a Preconstruction Manager to lead companywide preconstruction efforts, mentor team members, and ensure adherence to MCC Standards. The role requires clear communication with clients and internal teams and owning the messages delivered.

The candidate should have strong budgeting, value management, and risk-compliance skills, with experience coordinating subcontractors and reviewing subcontracts. Expect a dynamic, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering or equivalent.
• 12 years of industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Represent Manhattan's Preconstruction Team to Clients.
• Meet Client Needs/Budget /Attend OAC / design meetings.
• Provide 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

Skills

Manhattan software

Networking

Estimating skills

Preconstruction services

Logistics & operations

Written & verbal communication

Math & accounting

Time management

Discretion & confidentiality

Autodesk software

Estimating & takeoff software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering

12 years of industry experience

Tools

Autodesk Software

Estimating & Takeoff Software

Job description

Manhattan Construction seeks a Preconstruction Manager to lead companywide preconstruction efforts, mentor team members, and ensure adherence to MCC Standards. The role requires clear communication with clients and internal teams and owning the messages delivered.

The candidate should have strong budgeting, value management, and risk-compliance skills, with experience coordinating subcontractors and reviewing subcontracts. Expect a dynamic, collaborative environment.