Owners Representative Commercial Ground-Up Construction
Kirkland WA
Are you an experienced Owners Rep Project Manager or Construction Manager with a track record in ground-up commercial construction Have you worked for a developer on projects like industrial storage or office buildings
Our client a long-standing and reputable commercial real estate owner developer and investment firm is seeking an Owners Representative to lead ground-up projects along the West Coast. Acting as the owners eyes and ears on every jobsite youll guide the entire construction lifecyclefrom design review through closeoutwhile safeguarding quality schedule and budget. Reporting to the Development Manager youll collaborate closely with architects engineers and general contractors to deliver best-in-class projects.
And the rewards match the responsibility: 100% employer-paid medical and dental coverage a robust 8% pension plan and a 50% target bonus thats historically very reliableall on top of a competitive base salary.
Key Responsibilities
- Represent the owner throughout design and construction ensuring projects meet design intent quality standards and financial targets.
- Oversee general contractors: monitor schedules chair construction meetings review pay applications and change orders and lead punch-list and closeout.
- Coordinate with architects and engineers on design changes RFIs ASIs and submittals.
- Conduct regular site walks and milestone verifications across multiple West Coast projects.
- Prepare bid packages support contractor selection and provide cost estimating and value-engineering input.
- Review construction documents for completeness and constructability; identify and resolve issues early.
- Assist asset management with capital improvements and warranty work as needed.
Qualifications
- 810 years of experience in commercial ground-up construction preferably as an owners rep developers construction manager or similar.
- Strong knowledge of construction means methods and sequencing; light gauge/structural steel Type I & II experience is a plus.
- Proficiency in scheduling and project management tools (Procore Smartsheet MS Project or Primavera P6).
- Excellent communication negotiation and time-management skills; adept at diffusing high-stress situations.
- Working knowledge of construction accounting and cost coding.
Compensation & Benefits
- Total Compensation: $135000 - $180000
- 100% employer-paid medical dental and vision premiums.
- 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with employer match plus a 9% pension contribution.
- Generous PTO paid holidays and a floating holiday.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority