Owner's Representative

The At-Will Employee Contract (AWEC) Owner's Representative (OR) serves as the on-site representative for the Wyoming State Construction Department (SCD) on the Veterans Home of Wyoming (VHW) Remodel Project in Buffalo, Wyoming. This position serves as the State's first line of defense in ensuring compliance with project requirements, specifications, schedules, budgets, quality standards, and contractual obligations throughout the duration of the project. The Owner's Representative provides independent oversight of all phases of construction, from pre-construction planning through final project closeout, while protecting the interests of the State, residents, and stakeholders. Particular emphasis is placed on maintaining operations within an occupied healthcare facility, minimizing disruptions to residents, and ensuring project delivery meets all state and federal requirements.

Responsibilities

Serve as the State Construction Department's full-time on-site representative; Maintain a minimum on-site presence of forty (40) hours per week; Oversee project compliance, quality assurance, budget controls, schedule performance, and contractual obligations; Assist with coordination with contractors, architects, engineers, facility staff, and state stakeholders; Monitor construction activities within an occupied healthcare environment; Review and evaluate Requests for Information (RFIs), Change Order Requests (CORs), pay applications, and contractor claims; Assist with procurement and coordination of owner-furnished equipment and materials; Support project closeout, facility turnover, and operational readiness activities; Review contractor estimates, budgets, GMP proposals, and cost assumptions; Monitor compliance with Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA) requirements and Interim Life Safety Measures (ILSM); Verify deficient work is identified and corrected before concealment or acceptance; Develop and maintain ongoing punch lists; Conduct final inspections and walkthroughs; Review and organize O&M manuals, warranties, and as-built documentation; Support financial closeout and final project acceptance activities

Requirements

Experience serving as an Owner's Representative, Construction Manager, Resident Engineer, or Project Manager on large capital construction projects; Experience with phased construction in occupied healthcare facilities, nursing homes, hospitals, or similar environments; Experience managing projects involving complex utility infrastructure and facility tie-ins; Experience with Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) delivery methods; Knowledge of healthcare construction standards, infection control requirements, and life safety regulations; Experience reviewing schedules, cost estimates, GMP proposals, and construction claims; Experience coordinating special inspections and quality assurance programs; Experience working with state or public-sector construction projects; Ten (10) or more years of progressively responsible construction management experience preferred; Bachelor's Degree (typically in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Building Sciences, or related field) or 8-10 years of progressive construction management, owner's representation, project management, engineering, architecture, or related experience; 5-7 years of progressive construction management, owner's representation, project management, engineering, architecture, or related experience; Ability to maintain a continuous on-site presence of at least forty (40) hours per week throughout construction; Ability to travel as necessary to support project activities; Ability to review technical construction documents, drawings, specifications, schedules, and cost information; Ability to successfully work within occupied healthcare environments while maintaining resident safety and operational continuity; Valid Driver's License required

Nice to have

Certified Construction Manager (CCM); Project Management Professional (PMP); Professional Engineer (PE); Registered Architect (RA)

Benefits

Transportation and lodging may be negotiated