What We Do
Owner's Representative Services
We stand in your corner from concept through closeout — protecting your budget, schedule, and vision at every phase of the project.
Your Advocate. Your Expert. Your Partner.
Eric and Lee Associates serves as the Owner's Representative on complex public and institutional construction projects across the country. We bring over 35 years of AEC leadership to every engagement — acting as the owner's expert voice in a process that can otherwise be dominated by contractors and design teams with competing interests.
Our role is to ensure that every decision made on your project serves your goals: on time, on budget, and built to last. We manage the full project lifecycle so you don't have to.
Full Lifecycle Coverage
Services by Phase
Project Planning & Feasibility
We help owners define scope, establish realistic budgets, and evaluate site and program feasibility before a dollar is committed to design. Early engagement is where the most value is created.
- Program development and needs assessment
- Preliminary budget and schedule development
- Site evaluation and due diligence
- Funding strategy and grant coordination
- Stakeholder alignment and community engagement support
Design Management & Oversight
We manage the design team on your behalf — reviewing documents for constructability, budget alignment, and completeness so that surprises stay off the job site.
- Architect and engineer selection and contract negotiation
- Design review at each phase (SD, DD, CD)
- Constructability and value engineering reviews
- Budget tracking and cost estimating oversight
- Schedule development and milestone management
Bidding & Contractor Selection
We structure the procurement process to attract qualified contractors, ensure competitive pricing, and protect the owner's interests through contract execution.
- Bid package development and advertisement
- Pre-qualification of contractors and subcontractors
- Bid analysis and contractor recommendation
- Contract negotiation and award support
- Public procurement compliance (municipal and institutional)
Construction Administration & Oversight
We are your eyes and ears on the job site — monitoring quality, schedule, and cost so that the project is built as designed and delivered as promised.
- Daily and weekly site observation and reporting
- RFI and submittal management
- Change order review and negotiation
- Schedule monitoring and recovery planning
- Pay application review and approval
- Quality control and punch list management
Project Closeout & Commissioning
We manage the final mile — ensuring systems are commissioned, documentation is complete, and the owner receives a fully functional, warranted facility.
- Substantial and final completion inspections
- Systems commissioning oversight
- Warranty and as-built documentation
- Final accounting and budget reconciliation
- Lessons learned and post-occupancy support
Program Management
For owners managing multiple projects simultaneously, we provide program-level oversight — coordinating across projects to maximize efficiency and minimize risk.
- Multi-project portfolio oversight
- Standardized reporting and dashboards
- Vendor and consultant coordination
- Capital improvement plan management
- Bond referendum and public funding program management
Industry Experience
Sectors We Serve
Municipal Government
Public works facilities, courthouses, administrative buildings, and infrastructure projects for cities and counties.
Higher Education
Academic buildings, recreation centers, student unions, and research facilities for universities and colleges.
K–12 Education
Schools, performing arts centers, athletic facilities, and campus master plans for school districts.
Corporate & Commercial
Corporate campuses, headquarters, and large-scale commercial developments for private sector clients.
Healthcare
Medical office buildings, clinics, and healthcare facility expansions requiring specialized oversight.
Residential & Mixed-Use
Large-scale residential developments and mixed-use projects where owner advocacy drives value.
Ready to Protect Your Investment?
Every project deserves an expert advocate. Let's talk about how Eric and Lee Associates can serve as your Owner's Representative.