Owners Advisor for Collaborative Delivery

Description Brown and Caldwell (BC) is currently seeking an experienced collaborative delivery professional to join our national Owner’s Advisor team within our Integrated Project Delivery group. This position will work to pursue and implement collaborative delivery processes for diverse clients on both large programs and specific projects nationwide. This position will work with and be mentored by nationally recognized, collaborative professionals and engineers with design-build experience. This is an exciting, client-facing role where the selected individual will have the resources and autonomy to oversee and lead collaborative delivery project work; offering ample opportunities to work directly with clients on technical planning and execution. Remote work is allowed. Position will require travel; average 20-30% of the time with potential up to 50%. Detailed Description: As an Owner's Advisor, the specific focus will be on assisting Clients in the full development and delivery of collaborative delivery projects, inclusive of project definition, delivery partner procurement, preconstruction implementation, delivery of design and construction, start-up and commissioning and O&M for design-build, progressive design-build, construction management/general contractor (CMGC), construction management at-risk (CMAR), and P3 projects. This position will support projects in a wide variety of locations throughout the U.S. Characteristics of the successful candidate include attention to detail, ability to organize and delve into documentation with an understanding of design-build and collaborative delivery industry approaches, and able to provide recommendations for procurement and selection of design-build partners for our clients. The candidate shall have the proven ability to guide, lead and manage large programs and projects, multidiscipline project delivery professionals, all while maintaining, leveraging and expanding their relationships with local and national resources and teams. The candidate shall have strong self-motivation, ability to work independently and with both internal and external teams, such as clients and contractor partners. Job Expectations: Provide assessments and guidance regarding client/owner organizational readiness and preparation for collaborative delivery understanding, planning, development, and execution. Provide guidance related to the merits of various project delivery methods and support procurement best practices as an advisor to owners. Prepare and make presentations to clients related to best practices for collaborative delivery (design-build in its various methodologies and CMGC/CMAR) implementation. Collaborate and work with internal teams and staff in planning, developing, and executing procurement documents for design-build and CMAR projects. Collaborate and work with clients in developing documentation and coordinating with procurement and legal teams to support the development and execution of design-build projects during procurement, preconstruction and construction phases. Support the development of procurement documents and coordinate associated technical specifications, reports, planning, and design and construction submittal reviews, calculations, models and other technical deliverables to support the owner's procurement and implementation process. Develop and customize RFQ and RFP documents for procurement activities using various collaborative delivery methods. Provide guidance and support in developing selection criteria and SOQ/proposal scoring criteria and approach. Support owners/clients in the review of various designs and construction plans and approaches during the design and preconstruction phase of design-build and CMAR projects. Support owners/clients in the review and validation of design-builder and CMGC/CMAR construction estimates and support guaranteed price negotiations on owner’s behalf. Support owners/clients in design-builder contract compliance and services during construction. Communicate effectively and coordinate with multi-discipline project teams comprised of client staff, technical resources, public entities and regulatory agencies, and subconsultants as needed. Support development and communication of design-build and CMAR best practices via participation in professional organizations and conferences and for internal marketing and staff development. Support the development of proposal response for developing and winning new work. Position will require travel; potentially up to 50% of the time. Minimum Qualifications: Minimum 15 years of progressively increasing responsibility with experience related to design-build and CMAR procurement and delivery, including business development, contract management, contract and project terms and negotiations, and implementation of collaborative delivery projects. Experience with planning, strategy, and understanding of design-build and CMGC/CMAR delivery methods. Experience with collaborative project delivery in the municipal and/or private sector. Bachelor’s degree. Strong project management and negotiation skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated ability to conduct effective presentations and written report preparation. Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment. Ability to multi-task. Ability to travel up to 50%. Valid driver’s license and good driving record. Preferred Qualifications: DBIA professional certification. Experience with collaborative project delivery within the water and wastewater sector. Five years (minimum) in an Owner Advisor capacity for collaborative delivery projects. Experience in all phases of collaborative delivery project development, contracting, and implementation. Project management experience – both staff and deliverables Salary Range: The anticipated starting pay range for this position is based on the employee’s primary work location and may be more or less depending upon skills, experience, and education. These ranges may be modified in the future. Salary: $160,000 - $230,000 You can view which BC location applies to you here. If you have any questions, please speak with your Recruiter. Benefits and Other Compensation: We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee health, performance, and success which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off and parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, performance-based bonus eligibility, employee referral bonuses, tuition reimbursement, pet insurance and long-term care insurance. Click here to see our full list of benefits. About Brown and Caldwell Headquartered in Walnut Creek, California, Brown and Caldwell is a full-service environmental engineering and construction firm with 50 offices and 2,100 professionals across North America and the Pacific. For 75 years, we have created leading-edge environmental solutions for municipalities, private industry, and government agencies. We strive to be the company of choice—to our clients, who benefit from our passion for delivering exceptional quality, and to our employees, present and future, who share our commitment to client service, collaboration, and innovation. Join us, and you will find a home where you can do your best work, reach new levels of expertise, and enjoy exceptional development opportunities. For more information, visit www.brownandcaldwell.com This position is subject to a pre-employment background check and a pre-employment drug test. Notice to Third Party Agencies: Brown and Caldwell does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement and approved engagement request with Brown and Caldwell, Brown and Caldwell reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Brown and Caldwell is proud to be an EEO/AAP Employer. Brown and Caldwell encourages protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, and applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Brown and Caldwell ensures nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.