Owners Representative

CHN HOUSING PARTNERSOwner’s RepresentativeWe are a growing non-profit organization based in Cleveland, Ohio that offers its employees a comprehensive benefits package, opportunities to grow within the organization, and the ability to improve the communities we serve.CHN Housing Partners: CHN is a highly seasoned, nonprofit affordable housing developer, housing service provider and residential mortgage lender that works with its partners to solve major housing challenges for low-income people and under-served communities. Through our partnerships we have developed over 7,000 affordable homes, and each year serve over 60,000 families through a wide array of housing services.We work in Ohio and neighboring states, including Michigan, to preserve and expand affordable housing, and build equitable communities. By investing in affordable housing, we are investing in families, communities, and the economy. We are investing in the power of the permanent address.CHN offers the following benefits to its employees: Medical (including dental and vision options), Vacation, Personal and Sick Leave; Paid Maternity/Paternity/Adoption Leave; Paid Holidays; Life Insurance; 401K Plan, and Tuition Reimbursement.Position Summary: The Owner’s Representative (Owner’s Rep) will gain a complete understanding of the Owner’s Project requirements, goals and constraints, and general business objectives, will facilitate the delivery of efficiencies in terms of design, construction, and operational transition process. The Owner’s Rep will comply with the Owner’s standards for quality, optimal cost structure, and on-time delivery, and implement these standards into the overall framework of the Project, and will assist in maintaining project level schedule and cost controls and reporting in line with Owner’s requirements.The Owner’s Rep is expected to help enforce policy, gather information, and troubleshoot in the field, and will oversee the construction of Third-Party General Contractors coordinating with Owner and General Contractor (GC) on a wide range of construction and improvement projects from start to finish.The Owner’s Rep will also organize the appropriate process and ensure projects are completed in a timely and efficient manner, maintaining high standards of quality, overseeing all steps of the construction process. This role works with both Owners and clients before and throughout the project to review and outline the scope of work up to completion and is responsible for budgeting, organization, implementation, and scheduling of the projects.The Owner’s Rep will have an analytical mind and exceptional organizational skills, will work well with others, and will have exceptional mediation skills. The purpose of this position is to ensure all projects are delivered on time according to specifications and without exceeding the budget. A comprehensive list of essential duties and responsibilities can be found below.Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Represent CHN Development and Construction on a wide range of design and construction and improvement projects from start to finish.Will organize the appropriate processes and ensure projects are completed in a timely and efficient manner and on or under budget.Works with clients before and throughout the project to review and outline the scope of work up to and through completion.Assist in the development of budgets and schedule for funding applications. Review and provide assistance during preconstruction activities.Review General Contractor RFI’s, Submittal and Shop drawings on behalf of Ownership. Review and provide approval for pencil copy and pay applications for a wide range of projects. Ensure Affidavits and Waivers of lien and subcontractor backup is included in GC’s monthly pay applications.Review projects for quality and excellence throughout construction.The goal to ensure all projects are delivered on time according to specifications and without exceeding the budget.Provide periodic reports during pre-construction and monthly reports during construction.Define project objectives and constraints (user requirements, design goals).Assist in property evaluation, selection, and acquisition.Assist Owner in evaluation and selection of Architect.Work with the Owner and Architect to interface with local municipalities regarding planning and permits.Assist in the selection and qualification of the General Contractor.Assist Architect, Engineers, and General Contractor with Value Engineering in Design Development to maintain project budget.Conduct reviews of drawings and specifications.Review cost estimates at schematic, design development, and 95% completion of final design and contract document development.Compare and analyze bid tabulation scopes prepared by the General Contractor.Review / refine project contractor "Milestone" schedule.Assist VP of Construction in contract negotiations with the General Contractor.Develop and maintain a contingency analysis based on General Contractor potential change orders.Monitor construction progress and attend progress meetings with the Architect / Engineer and General Contractor.Review project correspondence, potential change orders, change orders and claim submittals.Coordinate and review potential change orders and evaluate cost and time impacts on the project, provide input to VP of Construction.Perform on-site inspections for quality of workmanship, quality of materials, conformity with plans & specifications.Develop and maintain a Punch List in conjunction with Architect / Engineer.Work with property management regarding phased turn-over occupancy of housing units.Review General Contractor's applications for monthly payments and final payment.Review General Contractor’s turnover and closeout documents.Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:Required:Education:Construction Management or related fieldExperience:5-10 years. LIHTC and affordable housing experience preferred.Skills:Able to multi-task and oversee several projects concurrently.Excellent written and oral communication skills.Familuarity with Contruction Project Management software.Ability to critically think and problem solve.Transparency in all activities.Working Conditions and/or Physical Requirements:Ability to perform essential job functions consistent with ADA, FMLA, and other standards.Regular and punctual attendance consistent with ADA, FMLA, and other standards.Why Should You Apply?You want to be part of an organization where the work you do will have a positive and lasting difference in the community.Great benefits.Opportunities for on-the-job training and/or professional development.M/F/V/D/EOE