Owner's Authorized Representative (OAR)-General Construction

About the Company

Kimmel & Associates is a real estate advisory and construction management firm serving public and private sector clients across Southern California. The firm is recognized for its multidisciplinary expertise, with a team of licensed engineers, PMP-certified professionals, and DBIA-certified leaders delivering high-impact projects across education, commercial, and institutional sectors.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of construction projects including pre-construction, bidding, construction, and close-out
• Review design documents and coordinate feedback with architects and engineers
• Monitor project budgets, schedules, and overall performance against District standards
• Coordinate with public agencies and internal District departments to ensure compliance
• Oversee contractor activities, schedules, submittals, and RFIs/RFCs
• Review and negotiate change orders to ensure fair and reasonable pricing
• Manage payment applications for contractors, consultants, and vendors
• Administer professional service agreements and contract compliance
• Coordinate delivery of fixtures, furniture, and equipment (FF&E)
• Lead project close-out, including certification with the Division of the State Architect and financial reconciliation

Requirements

• Minimum 10 years of professional experience in construction or project management
• At least 3 years managing complex projects valued at $10M+
• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management, or an active CCM credential
• Strong knowledge of construction processes, scheduling, and cost control
• Ability to interpret plans, specifications, and contract documents

Preferred Qualifications

• Design-Build project experience
• Familiarity with Building Information Modeling (BIM)
• Experience with LEED or CHPS-certified projects
• Knowledge of DSA processes and approvals
• OSHA 30 certification
• Registered Architect or Professional Engineer (PE) in California

Benefits

• 80 hours of vacation and 40 hours of sick leave annually
• 13 paid holidays
• 100% employer-covered medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with 100% employer match up to 4%, fully vested immediately