Owner's Authorized Representative (OAR I)Our client is a boutique, full-service real estate advisory and construction management firm supporting complex development projects across Southern California. Their services span the full project lifecycle, including planning, entitlement, design management, procurement, and construction oversight. With a team of highly credentialed professionals across engineering, construction, and project management disciplines, the firm has built a strong reputation for delivering projects within large, highly regulated public sector environments.They are currently seeking an experienced Owner's Authorized Representative (OAR I) to support major capital improvement programs in partnership with one of the largest public school districts in the region.
This role is best suited for professionals with hands-on experience in LAUSD or similarly structured public works environments, where coordination, compliance, and stakeholder management are critical to project success.Duties & ResponsibilitiesManage and oversee all phases of assigned construction projects, including pre-construction, bidding, construction, and close-outReview pre-construction documents and provide detailed feedback to design teams to ensure alignment with project requirementsCoordinate with public agencies, district departments, and project stakeholders to ensure compliance with all regulatory and off-site requirementsPlan, organize, and prepare project status reports for senior leadership, highlighting progress, risks, and key milestonesManage project budgets and schedules to ensure alignment with program goals and district standardsMonitor financial performance regularly to ensure budgets accurately reflect project progressOversee contractor activities, including reviewing construction schedules, submittals, and responding to RFIs/RFCsReview and evaluate substitution requests to ensure compliance with project specifications and district standardsReview, negotiate, and manage contractor change orders, ensuring fair pricing and proper evaluation of schedule impactsMonitor and process payments for contractors, architects, engineers, and other project stakeholdersAdminister professional service agreements between the District and design consultantsCoordinate the delivery of district-furnished equipment, fixtures, and furnitureOversee project close-out activities, including certification with the Division of the State Architect (DSA) and financial close-outPerform additional project-related duties as assignedQualifications & RequirementsMinimum 10 years of full-time professional experience in construction and/or project managementAt least 3 years managing complex projects with construction values exceeding $10 millionProven experience delivering commercial, public works, or educational facility projects (strong preference for LAUSD or similar districts)Demonstrated ability to manage projects across all phases, from pre-construction through close-outBachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field OR bachelor's degree in another discipline with the ability to obtain a Certified Construction Manager (CCM) credential within one yearOR active CCM certification, which may substitute for the degree requirementCore Expertise Project budgeting, cost control, and financial oversightConstruction scheduling and progress trackingContract administration and change order managementStakeholder coordination within public sector environmentsConstruction document review and design coordinationRegulatory compliance and agency coordinationHighly Preferred Experience Direct experience with LAUSD Facilities Services Division or similar public agency structuresExperience with Design-Build project delivery methodsFamiliarity with Building Information Modeling (BIM)Exposure to LEED-certified or high-performance building projectsStrong understanding of Division of the State Architect (DSA) processes and approvalsKnowledge of OSHA safety standards (OSHA 30 preferred)Preferred Licenses & Certifications Certified Construction Manager (CCM) credentialLicensed Architect or Professional Engineer (PE) in CaliforniaKey Attributes Strong leadership and coordination skills across multiple stakeholdersExcellent communication skills, both written and verbalHigh level of organization and attention to detailAbility to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, compliance-driven environmentProactive, solutions-oriented approach to problem-solving