Owner's Representative II at Peak Projects
New York, New York, USA -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Aug, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

03 May, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Docusign, Microsoft Office, Excel, Adobe, Google Docs, Google Sheets, Leadership, Pivot Tables, Change Orders, Construction, Emotional Intelligence, Contract Negotiation, Leadership Skills

Industry

Construction

Description

ABOUT PEAK PROJECTS

At Peak Projects, we are a premier owner’s representative firm specializing in the development of custom residential properties, as well as select hospitality, commercial, and high-end projects. Since our founding in 2014, we have been committed to delivering exceptional results through a rigorous, empathetic, and proven approach.
With backgrounds in architecture, construction, finance, and private family asset management, our team brings together a wide range of skills and expertise. Our clients rely on us to harness our experience and insights to enhance the success of their projects. We oversee extraordinary projects of varying scales located in urban settings and remote destinations across the globe.
We strive to foster an environment where every team member can work on extraordinary projects, deepen their industry knowledge, and pursue opportunities that align with their professional aspirations. We believe that maintaining a work-life balance sustains our commitment to doing exceptional work over the long term, supporting our team members by promoting flexibility and empowering autonomy.
Our core values — kindness, rigor, teamwork, and creative problem-solving—guide us in all our endeavors. We prioritize selecting clients, partners, and team members who align with these philosophies, ensuring a collaborative and supportive work environment.
What you will do: 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, your experience will be integral to our continued success, and you will find numerous opportunities for personal and professional development.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

  • 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 budgetsProficiency 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
  • Project Oversight & Execution
  • 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.
  • Stakeholder & Team Management
  • 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.
  • Operational & Administrative Excellence
  • 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.
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