Owners Representative 2026-01772

Description And Functions Open Until Filled General Description The At-Will Employee Contract (AWEC) Owner's Representative (OR) serves as the on-site representative for the Wyoming State Construction Department (SCD) on the Veterans Home of Wyoming (VHW) Remodel Project in Buffalo, Wyoming. This position serves as the State's first line of defense in ensuring compliance with project requirements, specifications, schedules, budgets, quality standards, and contractual obligations throughout the duration of the project.

The Owner's Representative provides independent oversight of all phases of construction, from pre-construction planning through final project closeout, while protecting the interests of the State, residents, and stakeholders. Particular emphasis is placed on maintaining operations within an occupied healthcare facility, minimizing disruptions to residents, and ensuring project delivery meets all state and federal requirements.

WHY JOIN US? At the State Construction Department, your work directly impacts Wyoming veterans by helping deliver critical improvements to one of the state's most important healthcare facilities. This position offers a unique opportunity to oversee a complex, multi-year capital construction project while serving the residents and staff of the Veterans' Home of Wyoming. You will work alongside architects, contractors, healthcare professionals, state leaders, and

facility staff to ensure successful project delivery while maintaining safe and uninterrupted operations for Wyoming's veterans. If you are passionate about construction management, problem-solving, and public service, this role provides an opportunity to leave a lasting legacy.

About The Role This position provides comprehensive owner representation services for a major phased healthcare renovation and construction project.

The Owner's Representative

• Serves as the State Construction Department's full-time on-site representative.
• Maintains a minimum on-site presence of forty (40) hours per week regardless of contractor schedules.
• Oversees project compliance, quality assurance, budget controls, schedule performance, and contractual obligations.
• Assists with coordination with contractors, architects, engineers, facility staff, and state stakeholders.
• Monitors construction activities within an occupied healthcare environment.
• Reviews and evaluates Requests for Information (RFIs), Change Order Requests (CORs), pay applications, and contractor claims.
• Assists with procurement and coordination of owner-furnished equipment and materials.
• Supports project closeout, facility turnover, and operational readiness activities.

Transportation and lodging may be negotiated.

Human Resource Contact: Serenity Moffett [email protected] 307-777-6243 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed in the job level.

Pre-Construction & Planning

• Conduct constructability reviews and evaluate design documents for conflicts, omissions, and coordination issues.
• Review project phasing plans and identify risks associated with construction activities within an occupied healthcare facility.
• Analyze and validate baseline project schedules, sequencing, and critical path activities.
• Review contractor estimates, budgets, Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) proposals, and cost assumptions.
• Evaluate Maintenance of Operations (MOO) plans to ensure continuity of facility operations and resident care.
• Assist with utility transition planning and coordination of infrastructure tie-ins.
• Coordinate with regulatory agencies and stakeholders to support compliance with applicable healthcare, state, and federal requirements, including Build America, Buy America Act provisions.

Construction Administration & Owner Representation

• Maintain continuous on-site project oversight throughout construction.
• Observe construction activities and document progress, manpower levels, weather impacts, and field conditions.
• Monitor contractor compliance with contract documents, specifications, schedules, and quality standards.
• Attend and participate in Owner/Architect/Contractor (OAC) meetings and other project coordination meetings.
• Attend contractor-led safety, preinstallation, scheduling, and coordination meetings.
• Review and respond to Requests for Information (RFls), Proposal Requests, and Change Order Requests.
• Assist in evaluating entitlement and negotiating pricing associated with change orders and claims.
• Review contractor monthly pay applications and verify work-in-place prior to payment approval.
• Track project budgets and assist in preventing cost overruns.
• Coordinate procurement and delivery of owner-supplied equipment and materials.

Healthcare Safety & Quality Assurance

• Monitor compliance with Infection Control Risk Assessment {ICRA) requirements and Interim Life Safety Measures (ILSM).
• Ensure implementation of dust mitigation measures, negative pressure containment zones, HEPA filtration systems, and resident protection protocols.
• Verify maintenance of emergency access and egress routes throughout construction activities.
• Monitor demolition activities adjacent to occupied areas.
• Ensure noise and vibration monitoring programs are implemented and maintained.
• Track special inspections, testing activities, and quality control documentation.
• Verify deficient work is identified and corrected before concealment or acceptance.

Project Closeout & Transition

• Coordinate facility turnover activities and operational readiness efforts.
• Verify completion of contractor-provided training for facility operations and maintenance personnel.
• Develop and maintain ongoing punch lists throughout construction.
• Conduct final inspections and walkthroughs with architects, contractors, facility staff, and state stakeholders.
• Track and enforce completion of punch list items.
• Review and organize Operations and Maintenance (O&M) manuals, warranties, and as-built documentation.
• Assist with final reconciliation of allowances, change orders, and time-and-material expenditures.
• Support financial closeout and final project acceptance activities.

Qualifications PREFERENCES: Experience serving as an Owner's Representative, Construction Manager, Resident Engineer, or Project Manager on large capital construction projects.

Experience with phased construction in occupied healthcare facilities, nursing homes, hospitals, or similar environments.

Experience managing projects involving complex utility infrastructure and facility tie-ins.

Experience with Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) delivery methods.

Knowledge of healthcare construction standards, infection control requirements, and life safety regulations.

Experience reviewing schedules, cost estimates, GMP proposals, and construction claims.

Experience coordinating special inspections and quality assurance programs.

Experience working with state or public-sector construction projects.

Ten (10) or more years of progressively responsible construction management experience preferred.

Education Preferences Bachelor's Degree (typically in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Building Sciences, or related field)

Experience 5-7 years of progressive construction management, owner's representation, project management, engineering, architecture, or related experience.

OR Education & Experience Substitution 8-10 years of progressive construction management, owner's representation, project management, engineering, architecture, or related experience.

Preferred Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Certified Construction Manager (CCM)
• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Professional Engineer (PE}
• Registered Architect (RA)

Valid Driver's License required.

Knowledge

• Construction management principles and industry best practices.
• Building construction methods, materials, and systems.
• Contract administration and construction documentation.
• Project scheduling and critical path methodologies.
• Cost estimating, budgeting, and financial controls.
• Quality assurance and quality control practices.
• Healthcare construction requirements, infection control procedures, and life safety regulations.
• Building codes, regulatory compliance, and public procurement requirements.
• Negotiation and conflict resolution techniques.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to effectively coordinate multiple stakeholders and project teams.

Minimum Qualifications None - See "Preferences"

Necessary Special Requirements

• Ability to maintain a continuous on-site presence of at least forty (40) hours per week throughout construction.
• Ability to travel as necessary to support project activities.
• Ability to review technical construction documents, drawings, specifications, schedules, and cost information.
• Ability to successfully work within occupied healthcare environments while maintaining resident safety and operational continuity.

Physical Working Conditions

• Work is performed primarily at an active construction site and occupied healthcare facility.
• Requires frequent walking, standing, climbing stairs, and navigating construction areas.
• Exposure to construction site conditions including noise, dust, vibration, and changing weather conditions.
• May require use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and adherence to site-specific safety protocols.
• Occasional lifting, carrying, and transportation of project-related materials and documents may be required.

Notes

• FLSA: Exempt

Supplemental Information

027 - Wyoming State Construction Department

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The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version. Human Resource Contact: Serenity Moffett [email protected] 307-777-6243 Non Benefit Position

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(AA) Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)

• High School Diploma/GED/or Equivalent
• Some college Coursework, No Degree Received
• Associate's Degree
• Associate's Degree and additional coursework
• Bachelor's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree and additional coursework
• Master's Degree
• Master's Degree and additional coursework
• Doctorate Degree
• Doctorate Degree and additional coursework
• None of the Above

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(AA) Which of the following Quarter/Semester credit hours best describes your completed college education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)

• 45+ Quarter hours/30+ Semester hours
• 90+ Quarter hours/60+ Semester hours
• 136+ Quarter hours/91+ Semester hours
• 180+ Quarter hours/120+ Semester hours
• 225+ Quarter hours/150+Semester hours
• N/A

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How many years of relevant work experience or transferable skills do you have related to the job description?

• No relevant experience.
• Less than one (1) year of relevant experience.
• One (1) to less than two (2) years of relevant experience.
• Two (2) to less than three (3) years of relevant experience.
• Three (3) to less than five (5) years of relevant experience.
• Five (5) to less than six (6) years of relevant experience.
• Six (6) or more years of relevant experience.

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(AA) Describe your relevant experience below.

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Select All That Apply

• Experience serving as an Owner's Representative, Construction Manager, Resident Engineer, or Project
• Manager on large capital construction projects.
• Experience with phased construction in occupied healthcare facilities, nursing homes, hospitals, or similar environments
• Experience managing projects involving complex utility infrastructure and facility tie-ins.
• Experience with Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) delivery methods.
• Knowledge of healthcare construction standards, infection control requirements, and life safety regulations.
• Experience reviewing schedules, cost estimates, GMP proposals, and construction claims.
• Experience coordinating special inspections and quality assurance programs.
• Experience working with state or public-sector construction projects.
• Ten (10) or more years of progressively responsible construction management experience.

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Select all that apply: Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• Certified Construction Manager (CCM)
• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Professional Engineer (PE}
• Registered Architect (RA)
• Valid Driver's License required.

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(A1) Where did you hear about this opportunity?

• Government Jobs @ www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming
• Indeed
• LinkedIn
• Zip Recruiter
• Wyoming Workforce Center
• Other job sites (Wyoming at Work, Monster, etc.)
• Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
• Newspaper/Newsletter Advertisement
• Career Fair
• Human Resources Division
• Friend or Acquaintance (Not State Employee)
• Current State Employee
• Other

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(A1) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employee's first and last name, and include the department they work for, if known. Please limit this response to only one employee. This employee may be eligible for a Referral Bonus.

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(A1) If you selected Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.

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(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE: PER WYOMING STATUTE, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for veterans' preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive veterans' preference you MUST have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application. I have read and understand the veterans' preference disclosure.

• Yes
• No
• I am not a veteran

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(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE: If you are a war veteran as defined in section 101, Title 38, United States Code or are the surviving spouse of a war veteran who receives survivor benefits from the federal government based on the veteran's military service, and wish to claim veterans' preference, please attach the appropriate documentation substantiating your claim. Indicate below your appropriate veterans' preference status. By requesting veterans' preference, you are certifying that you meet the statutory requirements as described in the above disclosure.

• Current State Employee
• Veteran - DD214 Attached
• Disabled Veteran (10% or more) - DD214 and Veteran's Disability Determination Attached
• Surviving Spouse of a Deceased Veteran - DD214 and proof of Survivor Benefit Attached
• None of the above

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(A2) Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. An attached resume' is not required and is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. Some State of Wyoming agencies use E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities at https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify. I have read and understand the above statement.

• Yes
• No
• Required Question