Owner’s Authorized Representative I (OAR I)

We are seeking an experienced Owner’s Authorized Representative I (OAR I) to manage and oversee all phases of assigned construction projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in construction management, budget oversight, and project coordination, ensuring that projects meet District standards and requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage, oversee, and coordinate all phases of pre-construction, bid and award, construction, and close-out for assigned projects.
• Review pre-construction documents and submit comments to the designer as necessary.
• Prepare and present reports to upper management regarding project status and progress.
• Coordinate with public agencies, District staff, and project teams to ensure compliance with off-site work and construction requirements.
• Manage project budget and schedule, ensuring alignment with District qualitative standards; monitor budget monthly to reflect project status.
• Supervise daily contractor activities, review construction schedules, submittals, and respond to contractor inquiries through Requests for Clarifications (RFC).
• Review contractor substitution submittals for compliance with District specifications and requirements.
• Review, negotiate, and process Contractor Change Order Proposals to ensure fair pricing and timely schedule adjustments.
• Monitor payment processes for contractors, architects, engineers, and other related parties.
• Administer Professional Service Agreements between the District and architects.
• Coordinate the delivery of District-related fixtures, furniture, and equipment.
• Manage project close-out, including project certification with the Division of State Architects (DSA) and financial close-out.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• Experience:
• Ten (10) years of full-time paid professional experience in Construction and/or Project/Construction Management of Commercial and/or Public/Educational Facility Construction.
• Three (3) of the ten (10) years should include full responsibility for coordinating complex projects with construction values exceeding $10 million.
• Preferred Experience:
• Experience with Design-Build projects.
• Experience utilizing Building Information Modeling (BIM).
• Experience with Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certified projects and/or Collaborative for High Performing Schools (CHPS).
• Knowledge of Division of State Architect (DSA) construction/design processes.
• Knowledge of Safety and OSHA Safety Regulations (OSHA 30 minimum).

Required Education:
Candidates must meet one of the following education requirements:

• Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management.
• Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor’s degree, and the candidate must be able to complete the Certified Construction Manager (CCM) credential within one (1) year of employment.
• Possession of a valid Certified Construction Manager (CCM) credential may be substituted for the required education.

Preferred Licenses and Certificates:

• A valid Certificate of Registration as an Architect by the California Architectural Board or Professional Engineer by the State Board for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors.
• A valid Construction Manager (CCM) credential by the Construction Manager Certification Institute (CMCI).