The journey from project vision to finished construction can often feel like navigating uncharted waters. But you can avoid hazards and significantly reduce your risk by hiring an advocate, commonly known as an Owner’s Representative (or Owner’s Rep). Owner’s Reps bring a specific set of skills, knowledge, and expertise tailored to safeguard your interests and efficiently guide you through the entire development process, from planning and design through construction and completion. They ensure your project is successful and the outcome is just as you envision. What exactly does an Owner’s Rep do, and when should you consider hiring one? Here’s a quick primer.

What is an Owner’s Rep?
In the world of construction, an Owner’s Rep serves as a crucial industry expert hired by the owner of a building or facility project. Their primary responsibility is to act as the owner’s advocate and represent the owner’s best interests throughout the project’s life cycle.

The need for an Owner’s Rep arises particularly in projects where the owner:

• Has limited experience with the intricacies of design, financing, permitting, and construction
• Lacks the time and resources internally to effectively complete a project

With an Owner’s Rep on board, owners can relax, knowing their interests are safeguarded by a seasoned professional.

When do I hire an Owner’s Rep?
Ideally, it’s best to bring an Owner’s Rep on board at the idea stage, before a project begins. This allows for direct collaboration between the owner and Owner’s Rep to establish the project’s fundamentals. These crucial aspects include identifying the owner’s goals and objectives, envisioning the project, establishing a realistic budget and schedule, aiding in site selection, and assembling a project team and delivery method tailored to the owner’s needs.

But while early engagement of the Owner’s Rep is preferred, it’s not always feasible. Don’t let timing deter you from considering an Owner’s Rep later in the project timeline. Their services remain invaluable at all stages of the project’s development. Whether at the outset or further along the project’s trajectory, an Owner’s Rep brings expertise and insight to optimize project outcomes and mitigate risks.

What can I expect after hiring an Owner’s Rep?
Owner’s Rep services are customized to suit the specific scope of a project and the unique requirements of the owner. Typically, an Owner’s Rep takes on the role of overseeing development management activities throughout all phases of the project. This involves a wide range of responsibilities aimed at ensuring the smooth progress and successful completion of the project.

Here at Nally Ventures, we serve as Owner’s Rep and manage the entire development process for our clients. We take care of the design, financing, permitting, and construction processes. Owners can be as involved as much or as little as they like throughout the various stages? Our team uses the most up-to-date development and construction technologies to provide all project information so owners can focus on making big decisions while we handle daily operations.

Our process continuously delivers systematic problem-solving, collaborative contingency planning, and effective team communication. Each of these duties is essential to the overall success of the project and requires a high level of expertise and attention to detail. This is where we excel.

We’re set up to enhance connectivity and coordination between all stakeholders from the outset. Aligning key players early on drives goal-based decision-making and prevents communication breakdowns from jeopardizing the project’s schedule, budget, and quality.

How do I get started hiring an Owner’s Rep?
Contact us! We can answer any questions you might have, discuss your project in detail, and help you bring your vision to life.