Owner's Representative

The Vertex Companies, LLC (VERTEX) is a leading multidisciplinary engineering and consulting firm that provides forensic consulting, engineering design, construction management, claims & dispute resolution, and environmental solutions to insurance carriers, sureties, law firms, real estate owners, property managers, public agencies, and commercial clients.

We are seeking an experienced Owner's Representative to join our team in. In this role, you will act as the primary liaison between the client and the construction team, ensuring that the project is completed according to the owner's specifications, budget, and timeline.

• Represent the owner's interests throughout the construction project lifecycle, from planning to completion
• Review and interpret construction documents, plans, and specifications to ensure compliance with project requirements
• Monitor construction progress, quality, and adherence to schedules and budgets
• Conduct regular site visits and inspections to identify potential issues and recommend corrective actions
• Facilitate communication and coordination between the owner, design team, contractors, and other stakeholders
• Negotiate and resolve conflicts, change orders, and claims in a timely and cost-effective manner
• Ensure compliance with local building codes, regulations, and safety standards
• Prepare and present progress reports, project updates, and other documentation to the owner
• This position requires regular travel to project sites, both locally and potentially out of state

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field
• Proven experience as an Owner's Representative or in a similar construction management role
• Strong project management skills and familiarity with construction processes and best practices
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities
• Knowledge of construction contracts, legal requirements, and risk management
• Proficiency in construction management software and tools (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam, Primavera)
• Familiarity with local building codes and regulations in New York
• Professional certifications such as PMP, CCM, or LEED AP are preferred
• Experience working on construction projects in the New York metropolitan area is highly desirable

The annualized salary range for this role is $100,000 to $135,000 per year.

VERTEX offers a solid total compensation package including base salary and discretionary bonus plan. We also offer a robust benefits package including, healthcare (with multiple plan options) and dental; Company-paid Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability. We offer a 401k plan with immediate match and vesting, Flex Spending Account, Employee Assistance Program, and other perks.  We provide a generous paid time off plan for eligible employees including 15 days of vacation, 64 hours of sick time, and 9.5 paid holidays (prorated for eligible part-time employees).  Our “Lifetime of Learning” program also offers tuition reimbursement and additional support for pursuing advanced education, to help employees grow their skills and careers.

VERTEX is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you require assistance to complete any part of the application process, please contact our Recruiting team at [email protected].

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:

Please note that VERTEX does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, VERTEX will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, VERTEX explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of VERTEX.