OR II - Owner's Representative II

Peak Projects•Austin, TX

3d•$165,000 - $180,000•Hybrid

About The Position

In this dynamic position you will be a valued member of Peak’s core offerings and make proactive recommendations to sophisticated clients and Peak leadership based on industry and project landscape knowledge. You ensure all personal and team communication effectively captures the Peak voice and drives Peak brand equity, while maintaining continuity in tone across projects and clients. As an Owner’s Representative II, your experience will be integral to our continued success, and you will find numerous opportunities for personal and professional development.

Requirements

8+ years of real estate experience in high-end residential architecture, construction, and or owners representation/project management (Ideally with projects over $10mil in GC costs)
Bachelor's degree.
Expertise in budget planning specifically, building budgets, understanding and owning complex construction budgets
Proficiency in leveraging Excel to analyze data, create reports, and streamline processes, including the use of formulas, pivot tables, and data visualization tools.
Contract negotiation and consultant/vendor management experience.
Proficiency in architectural, structural, and electrical plan reading, with the ability to mentor junior team members.
Knowledge of all team members involved in a high end residential project.
Strong leadership skills with experience mentoring others and leading client engagements.
Ability to proactively identify risks, manage change orders, and ensure strategic project alignment.
Strong quantitative skills and proficiency in Google Docs, Google Sheets, Microsoft Office, Docusign, Adobe, and virtual meeting platforms.
Adept at communicating with clients in all forms of communication (written, verbal, presenting, etc.) and knows when to escalate to leadership.
Self-starter with the ability to learn quickly, work both independently and as a team member, and to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously in an organized and efficient manner.
High emotional intelligence, ability to read a room and manage numerous personalities.
Operate in an empathic, collaborative, and rigorous manner.
Ability to respond to Peak team members, external team members and clients quickly.

Responsibilities

Lead multiple high-value projects ($5M - $20M+ hard costs) from inception to completion and help the Senior Owner’s Representative (SOR) strategize and forecast future workloads.
Assist the SOR and Regional Principals (RP) in developing detailed project plans and budgets including preparing draft milestone schedules and staying ahead of schedule changes.
Conduct due diligence and discovery for all new projects with the AOR’s assistance, ensuring vendor and GC selections meet project standards.
Lead engagements and act as a trusted advisor to clients ensuring satisfaction and alignment with project goals
Source and orchestrate team selections such as landscape architects, sound engineer, lighting specialist, etc. for SOR review and lead team selection processes.
Look for opportunities to build relationships with key stakeholders for future business opportunities and collaborate with SORs to pursue leads.
Oversee consultant and vendor coordination, ensuring contributions align with project objectives while providing guidance on design and construction plans.
Mentor and provide guidance to AORs, fostering individual and team growth.
Approve meeting agendas and verify meeting minutes for accuracy to ensure efficient team communication.
Co-manage all project kick-offs with SOR and work in tandem with the AOR to prepare meeting agendas, review meeting minutes for accuracy, and ensure thorough project documentation.
Oversee contract negotiation, ensuring adherence to standards with final approval by SOR.
Manage project documentation and file organization, ensuring data accessibility and compliance.
Work with AORs to create and present succinct status reports to clients and stakeholders.
Oversee the AOR’s invoicing and pay application reviews, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and consistent billing practices.
Utilize project management tools and embrace the implementation of new tools that benefit the team.

Benefits

Competitive pay
Full health coverage - Medical, Dental & Vision (kicks in within first 30-days)
401K with a 3% contribution by Peak not dependent on your personal contribution
Home office set up - You will be issued a computer and accessories by the Company and will receive $500 in reimbursement for other home office setup needs
Monthly Reimbursement - You will receive $100 per month as a stipend to offset cell phone/internet cost
Wellness Stipend - $1,000 per year to spend on health and fitness
Company Bonus Program - You will be eligible to participate in the Company Performance Bonus Program. Your target payout under the Program will be 10%, with final payout dependent upon Company and individual performance
Generous PTO and Sick Days - You are entitled to 12 days of PTO in addition to 7 sick days
Holiday Time - You will also receive 9 paid holidays per year, plus a 4 day office closure at the end of the year between Christmas and New Years Eve
Hybrid work environment allowing you flexibility to work from remote locations and better manage work/life balance
Mentorship and career development opportunities
Paid Family leave
Referral Bonus Opportunity