Owner’s Authorized Representative (OAR I)

Summary

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 & Responsibilities

Manage and oversee all phases of assigned construction projects, including pre-construction, bidding, construction, and close-out

Review pre-construction documents and provide detailed feedback to design teams to ensure alignment with project requirements

Coordinate with public agencies, district departments, and project stakeholders to ensure compliance with all regulatory and off-site requirements

Plan, organize, and prepare project status reports for senior leadership, highlighting progress, risks, and key milestones

Manage project budgets and schedules to ensure alignment with program goals and district standards

Monitor financial performance regularly to ensure budgets accurately reflect project progress

Oversee contractor activities, including reviewing construction schedules, submittals, and responding to RFIs/RFCs

Review and evaluate substitution requests to ensure compliance with project specifications and district standards

Review, negotiate, and manage contractor change orders, ensuring fair pricing and proper evaluation of schedule impacts

Monitor and process payments for contractors, architects, engineers, and other project stakeholders

Administer professional service agreements between the District and design consultants

Coordinate the delivery of district-furnished equipment, fixtures, and furniture

Oversee project close-out activities, including certification with the Division of the State Architect (DSA) and financial close-out

Perform additional project-related duties as assigned

Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum 10 years of full-time professional experience in construction and/or project management

At least 3 years managing complex projects with construction values exceeding $10 million

Proven 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-out

Bachelor’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 year

OR active CCM certification, which may substitute for the degree requirement

Core Expertise

Project budgeting, cost control, and financial oversight

Construction scheduling and progress tracking

Contract administration and change order management

Stakeholder coordination within public sector environments

Construction document review and design coordination

Regulatory compliance and agency coordination

Highly Preferred Experience

Direct experience with LAUSD Facilities Services Division or similar public agency structures

Experience with Design-Build project delivery methods

Familiarity with Building Information Modeling (BIM)

Exposure to LEED-certified or high-performance building projects

Strong understanding of Division of the State Architect (DSA) processes and approvals

Knowledge of OSHA safety standards (OSHA 30 preferred)

Preferred Licenses & Certifications

Certified Construction Manager (CCM) credential

Licensed Architect or Professional Engineer (PE) in California

Key Attributes

Strong leadership and coordination skills across multiple stakeholders

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

High level of organization and attention to detail

Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, compliance-driven environment

Proactive, solutions-oriented approach to problem-solving

Employment Type: Full time

Location: Los Angeles, CA