Owner's Advisor

Parametrix • San Diego, CA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

We are looking for an Owner’s Advisor to join our Advisory Services team. We partner with public and private sector clients across water/wastewater, transit and transportation, environmental services, and construction management—helping deliver critical infrastructure that strengthens the communities where we live and work. This role is ideal for a seasoned consultant who thrives in an owner-facing environment and brings both technical depth and strategic perspective to complex capital programs. We have a preference for candidates located in Oregon; however, we’re open to considering remote candidates with the right experience and qualifications. Candidates may also choose to work hybrid from a Parametrix office, depending on location.

Requirements

• 15+ years of consulting experience in owner’s advisory, alternative delivery, program management, or management consulting in the infrastructure space.
• Strong background in procurement processes, contract development, cost engineering/estimating, schedule development and review, risk assessment, decision analysis, and lifecycle cost evaluation.
• Skilled at conducting independent cost estimates and schedule reviews to evaluate and negotiate scope, budget, and timelines in the best interest of the owner.
• Experienced in supporting procurement strategies and alternative delivery methods.
• Proven success managing and delivering complex capital programs and infrastructure projects from planning through construction and closeout.
• Deep understanding of Alternative Public Works statutes, procurement processes, preconstruction services, GMP development, and collaborative delivery models.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly present technical information and provide executive-level decision support.

Nice To Haves

• DBIA Certification: Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA) certification, demonstrating expertise in design-build best practices and collaborative project delivery.
• Client-Focused Relationship Builder: Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain long-term client relationships, ideally within the Pacific Northwest.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor acting on behalf of the owner to support projects and programs from concept development through design, permitting, procurement, construction, closeout, and warranty.
• Provide hands-on leadership and oversight to help guide successful execution across all phases of delivery.
• Provide expertise in Alternative Public Works contracting, supporting the successful delivery of CM/GC, CMAR, GC/CM, PDB, or DB heavy civil infrastructure projects.
• Develop, review, and validate cost estimates and budgets to ensure alignment with project scope and owner expectations.
• Evaluate and track project schedules, identify risks or variances, and recommend corrective actions.
• Conduct risk assessments and facilitate risk mitigation strategies, decision analyses, and lifecycle cost evaluations.
• Independently review and negotiate key project elements to protect the owner’s interests.
• Advise on alternative delivery approaches and procurement methods to drive project success.
• Collaborate closely with clients, stakeholders, and project teams to maintain strong, trusted relationships throughout the life of the project.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Healthcare (medical, dental, vision, short- & long-term disability insurance)
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (financial profit sharing)
• Performance-based bonuses
• 401(k) Plan
• Paid Time Off (both vacation & sick/wellness time accruals)
• Paid Holidays
• Parental Bonding Leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed