Program Management

As an owner's representative, NOVACES serves as our client's advocate throughout the project lifecycle. From program and project schedule, quality, and scope to overseeing design, procurement, and construction phases while actively monitoring progress and mitigating potential risks, we ensure that all aspects of the project are managed and delivered according to the owner's goals.

NOVACES collaborates with clients to develop comprehensive program management plans encompassing all functional areas, adhering to a holistic program quality management plan. Key components of successful program management plans include organizational structure, utilization of key performance indicators (KPIs), onboarding procedures, detailed job descriptions, continuous training, document management systems, project controls leveraging Commercial-Off-The-Shelf software applications, and periodic audits.

Program Delivery

Key aspects of an owner's representative services program delivery include:

• Project Planning and Budgeting: Developing the project budget, schedule, and work breakdown structure, ensuring alignment with the owner's objectives.

• Design Oversight: Reviewing design documents, evaluating constructability, and providing feedback to the design team to optimize the project.

• Procurement Support: Assisting in selecting contractors and subcontractors, managing bid processes, and contract negotiations.

• Construction Management: Monitoring construction progress, reviewing contractor submittals, managing change orders, and ensuring quality control measures are followed.

• Risk Management: Identifying potential risks throughout the project lifecycle, developing mitigation strategies, and managing contingencies.

• Stakeholder Communication: Facilitate communication between the owner, design team, contractor, and other stakeholders to keep those who need to know informed of project status and able to address concerns.

• Cost Control: Tracking project expenditures against the budget, identifying cost variances, and implementing cost-saving measures.

• Schedule Management: Monitoring project progress against the established schedule, identifying potential delays, and implementing corrective actions.

• Quality Assurance: Ensuring that all work performed meets the specified quality standards.

• Contract Administration: Interpreting contract documents, managing disputes, and ensuring compliance with contractual obligations.

Benefits of utilizing an owner’s representative

• Protects owner interests: Serves as a dedicated advocate for the owner, prioritizing their goals throughout the project.

• Enhanced project control: Provides close oversight of all project aspects, minimizing risks and potential cost overruns.

• Expert knowledge: Leverages industry expertise to navigate complex project issues and make informed decisions.

• Improved communication: Acts as a central point of contact, facilitating clear communication between all project stakeholders.