Owner's Advisor

Position Title: Owner's Advisor

Reports To: Executive Vice President/Principal
Company: CES Consultants, Inc. (CES)
Location: This position is based on-site at an industrial facility located in the District of Columbia.

Job Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

The Owner’s Advisor is responsible for the overall management and coordination of one or more collaborative delivery projects (e.g., Design-Build, Progressive Design Build, or Construction Manager at Risk). During project development, the Owner’s Advisor helps the owner define the project scope and any associated phasing of work, evaluate alternative project delivery methods, and select a contractor. During pre-construction, the Owner’s Advisor collaborates with design engineers and the contractor to ensure that the project design, cost, schedule, and deliverables align with the owner’s expectations and requirements. During construction, the Owner’s Advisor coordinates with the contractor, overseeing day-to-day activities on the job site and ensuring the project is on track for completion within the authorized budget and timeframe. The Owner’s Advisor performs work under the limited supervision of the Deputy Program Manager, with broad latitude in exercising independent judgment.

Responsibilities:

• Assists the owner with project delivery method selection. Develops technical and other requirements for inclusion in the Request for Qualifications (RFQ) or Request for Proposals (RFP) and supports the owner throughout the solicitation process.
• Reviews submittals for conformance with the requirements of the collaborative delivery agreement, as well as quality, sound engineering practice, and technical standards. Keeps the owner apprised of items that may require their decision.
• Reviews Requests for Information (RFI) to ensure that design engineers and contractors are providing thorough and efficient responses. Keeps the owner informed about RFIs that may involve adjustments to cost, time, scope, and/or quality.
• Attends design meetings and coordinates the activities of the owner, design engineers, contractors, and permitting agencies, among others. Helps the owner ensure that formal design reviews (e.g., constructability review, value engineering review) are completed, as required.
• Evaluates and provides the owner with feedback on the contractor’s self-performance requests, work packaging and procurement plans, and Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) proposals, among other documents.
• Monitors and communicates construction status (e.g., w/r/t cost, scope, schedule, and other relevant information) to the owner.
• Observes the contractor’s work and may perform field inspections for compliance with codes, plans, specifications, standards, project schedules, etc.
• Reviews inspection, test, and operational demonstration plans and helps the owner coordinate the contractor’s activities with its various departments. May observe equipment testing, facility/process, demonstration, and commissioning activities. Reviews inspection and test results, in accordance with the requirements of the owner’s verification plan.
• Supports the owner’s review of contractor requests for substantial and final completion. Coordinates associated inspections and ensures that all required activities and documentation are completed. May assist owner in negotiations to resolve any outstanding issues.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities, as assigned.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Thorough knowledge of alternative project delivery methods.
• Thorough knowledge of construction processes and procedures, specifications, standards, materials, and methods used in the wastewater industry.
• Ability to read and comprehend construction plans, specifications, inspection and test reports, and other documents associated with construction projects.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interface with clients, senior management, and regulatory agencies.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Minimum Training and Experience

• Registered as a Professional Engineer (P.E.) is preferred
• Design-Build Professional (DBIA) Certification
• Bachelor of Science degree in engineering from a school with an ABET accredited program and twelve (12) years of experience on multi-discipline construction projects.
• Experience working at large, complex water/wastewater treatment facilities in operation
• Strong proficiency in MS Office Suite products, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Experience using engineering calculation software, preferred.
• Experience using AutoDesk applications preferred.

Preferred Certifications

• Registered as a Professional Engineer (P.E.) is preferred

Company Overview:

CES Consultants, Inc., is a rapidly expanding civil infrastructure engineering firm dedicated to excellence. At CES, teamwork drives our success as we deliver outstanding service and foster strong, lasting relationships with both our employees and clients. We are seeking passionate professionals to join us in our mission to develop innovative, sustainable solutions that strengthen communities and enhance resilience. Being part of our culture means:

• Thriving on challenges and the effort needed to solve them.
• Working with people who are positive, adaptable, and growth minded.
• Delivering quality work for our clients and investing in their success.
• Collaborating seamlessly and supporting one another as a team.

Company Benefits:

We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package to qualified candidates. The employee compensation package includes Employer premium cost share contributions to all employees and their families. The benefit healthcare coverage package includes medical, dental, and vision, 401k with company contributions, Personal Time Off (PTO), and 100% company-paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability. Additional Voluntary benefits include Long-Term Disability, Voluntary Life Insurance for employee/spouse/child(ren), and the opportunity to enroll in Health Flex Spending.

Equal Opportunity Employer

CES is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative-action employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulations in the locations where we work.