Project Manager 2 - Data Centers/Mission Critical

Manhattan Construction Company; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits

Team-oriented workplace

Professional development programs

Community project work

Security and stability

Multiple U.S. office locations

Job summary

Manhattan Construction Company is hiring a Project Manager 2 to lead project direction, mentoring on-site staff, and ensuring successful project outcomes. The role requires strong leadership, organizational, and client-service abilities across complex construction sites.

Responsibilities include managing change orders, risk, and schedules, while maintaining safety and quality. The candidate will work with a seasoned team on notable community projects and drive project closeout activities.

Qualifications

• OSHA 30-Hour Safety Certification and First Aid/CPR Certification are required.
• Effective communication across teams and with clients is essential.
• Proven understanding of the construction industry and project controls.

Responsibilities

• Implement safety policies and zero-incident goals on projects.
• Lead and coordinate client meetings and project teams.
• Manage change orders, negotiations, and approvals with subcontractors.

Skills

OSHA 30-Hour

First Aid/CPR

Effective communicator

MS Office

Document control

Schedule software

Industry knowledge

Written and verbal communication

Math/Accounting

Management skills

Team player

Client relations

Confidentiality

Time management

Decision making

Education

Bachelor’s Degree- Construction Management, Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Document control software

Scheduling software

Microsoft Office

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 Project Manager 2 manages the overall project direction, completion and financial outcome for assigned projects. Responsible for directing and mentoring on-site staff. The position requires business management acumen and must demonstrate strong leadership, organizational and time management skills, as well as strong communication and client service skills.

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Practices implementation of Operation Zero and all Manhattan safety policies
• All qualities/ responsibilities of a Project Manager 1, plus:
• Manages Conflict Resolution Process with Owners
• Manages Change Order Negotiations with Subcontractors
• Prepares and submits Change Order Requests and completes negotiations for changes.
• Settles disputes and back changes.
• Serve as Client - Project Management Point of Contact
• Develops and Leads Pre-Con Meetings
• Responsible for Project Closeout
• Reviews and approves subcontractor and vendor pay applications, invoices, and payables for accuracy
• Prepare Labor Analysis/labor projections and manage job costs.
• Manages the process of preparation of the Project Execution Plan
• Manages preparation and issuing of Subcontractor Information/ Welcome Package Lead Owner/ Architect Meetings
• Assign Project Team Responsibilities
• Organize and Lead Trade Contractor Meetings
• Lead Owner/ Architect/ Contractor Meetings
• Manage Process of Master Schedule/Oversee Updates
• Prepares Final PSR and presents the report in a Project Close-Out meeting.
• Lead Project Execution Planning Process
• Identifies and manages risk proactively to mitigate Project Risk
• Leads Safety Management Teams on Projects
• 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

• Has completed OSHA 30-Hour Safety Certification and First Aid & CPR Training and Certification.
• Effective Communicator
• Computer knowledge and efficiency, including Microsoft Office products
• Proven experience in Manhattan document control and schedule software
• Thorough understanding of the industry
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Good math/accounting skills
• Strong management skills
• Functions effectively as part of a team
• Ability to develop or maintain relationships with clients
• Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality at all times
• Dependability
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Strong decision-making/problem-solving skills

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree- Construction Management, Engineering or equivalent. May substitute required education degree with related experience on a one-to-one basis
• 8 years of industry experience
• Proven ability to manage projects in excess of $25 million

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORTS

• You must be adaptable to all types of weather conditions and traverse and inspect all areas of a construction job site, including walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, or stretching.
• 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.
• Ability to compose, send, and reply to emails and written correspondence.
• Must be able to lift, pull, or move up to 50 pounds at a time.
• Travel may be required occasionally, primarily in the metropolitan area but sometimes domestically (must have a valid Driver’s License).
• Exposure to characteristic construction site hazards.

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.