Director of Preconstruction

Manhattan Construction
United States, Texas, Dallas
Jun 09, 2025
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 If Manhattan sounds like the place for you, share your resume with us! POSITION SUMMARY: The Director of Preconstruction has a focus on companywide success in adherence to MCC Standards and all preconstruction activities necessary for the preparation and undertaking of the development of Manhattan's preconstruction services at a regional level. The position is responsible for leading the regional preconstruction department and coordinating the need for resources for the region's projects. The Director of Precon must be a flexible and adaptable team player and have strong communication and client service skills. MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Overall Management of Preconstruction Department Ambassador to Manhattan Brand Markets Work to Existing Clients Provides Deliverables to Clients Develops Project Strategies Manage Time and Costs of Preconstruction Services/Estimating Maintain Compliance with Manhattan Policies/Procedures Coordination of Workload of the Department Establish the Best Use of Resources Provides Training and Development Opportunities to Staff Ensures precon forecasters are provided for each ATP & initial PSR Ensures the team aligns with/ the Guiding Principles Review timesheets and ensure the allocation of employees to projects Review Major Elements of Pricing on all Bids Accuracy of Estimates Produced Perform Value Management Analysis and Ensure Timely Implementation Maintain Long-Term Client Relationships Overseeing / Responsibility of Bid-Day Success Attends Monthly PSR Meetings Along with Precon Manager for Each Project; Responsible for PSR completion Manage Purchasing Efforts Motivate and Grows the Team; Owns Mentorship / Guidance of the regional precon team Meets Deadlines and Produces Positive Outcomes Maintain Long-Term Subcontractor Relationships Ensure the team aligns w/ Manhattan prequalification standards/expectations Engagement in the hiring of team members Provides quarterly check-ins and performance reviews w/ 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 w/ delivering stellar preconstructions services to clients & managing the budget Familiarity of 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 Ability to understand and provide directions and motivate teams Ability to read drawings and specifications Ability to accurately obtain quantities & compile estimates 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 18 years of industry experience 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. Attention All Third-Party Agencies, Headhunters, and Recruiters Manhattan Construction will not accept candidate submission by unsolicited third parties through this site or any company email address. All unsolicited candidates presented to Manhattan Construction will be considered the property of Manhattan Construction. Manhattan Construction will not be responsible for any fees associated with unsolicited candidates, nor will a contractual relationship be formed by the submission. Manhattan Construction will not be obligated and will not under any circumstances pay any fees to said third parties submitting candidates in this manner. Manhattan Construction only forms contracts with recruiters with whom we have an established business relationship and with whom we have in place a signed agreement. All contact with Manhattan Construction from third parties must be through our Human Resources Recruiting department. Outside recruiters are asked not to contact our hiring managers directly. Any contact made outside of the Manhattan Construction Human Resources Recruiting Department by a third party will cancel any future business relationships between the third party and Manhattan Construction.