OWNER’S REPRESENTATION SERVICES

What sets Waterbourne apart is our independence. We are not a general contractor and have no financial ties to the trades we manage. This allows us to give unbiased guidance focused solely on the owner’s best interests. We anticipate challenges before they surface, provide accurate cost insight, and hold every partner accountable for performance.

Our Owner’s Representation services are designed to protect your interests from concept to completion. Acting as your trusted advocate, we manage every phase of the project with one goal in mind: to deliver results that meet your expectations for cost, quality, and schedule—without compromise.

We serve as your eyes and ears on-site, verifying that work is executed according to plans, contracts, and safety standards. Our team oversees contractor coordination, reviews submittals, manages pay applications, and monitors daily progress to ensure that milestones are met and decisions are documented.

Before construction begins, we assist with contract writing and negotiation, bidding and procurement, and schedule development. During the build, we coordinate design revisions, address field conflicts in real time, and maintain clear communication among all stakeholders: architects, engineers, contractors, and owners.

With Waterbourne as your representative, you gain more than oversight – you gain peace of mind. Every detail is tracked, every issue is addressed, and every decision is made with your goals in view. The result is a smoother process, fewer surprises, and a project that truly reflects your vision.

Focused Oversight and Representation

Waterbourne serves as an extension of your ownership team providing clear, unbiased oversight from preconstruction through closeout. Our approach is built on transparency and accountability. We coordinate architects, engineers, and contractors to maintain alignment with your goals, schedule, and budget. Every decision is made in your interest, giving you the clarity needed to move forward with confidence. With disciplined planning and steady on-site management, we ensure your project stays on track from concept to completion.

Advocating for Your Project’s Success

We act solely on behalf of the owner, never as a contractor. This independence allows us to advocate for value, uncover cost-saving opportunities, and hold every partner accountable for quality and performance. Our role is to protect your investment, anticipate challenges, and guide each phase with integrity and precision. From early planning through turnover, we work to ensure that your project not only meets expectations, but reflects your vision and long-term goals..

“Waterbourne was a true partner in this endeavor and had our best interests in mind every step of the way. I can recommend them wholeheartedly to anyone wishing to have a construction manager who does what they say they do and never loses sight of the owner’s goals and objectives.”
– John J. Ottaviano, Esq. (President of the Board of Directors), Lockport Ice Arena & Sports Complex

“Waterbourne was a successful part of our formula for success—helping to keep costs low, meeting deadlines, minimizing change orders, and producing a facility that we are as proud of today as we were the day it was opened.”
– Stephen R. Anderson, Ph.D (Chief Executive Officer), The Summit Center

“Waterbourne helped manage a significant re-construction project in the historic Guaranty Building in Buffalo in 2019. Waterbourne’s daily oversight of contractors and trades work was critical to the success of the project. They also were instrumental in uncovering some potential issues that could have caused budget overruns and delays.”
– Paul Pellegrino (Facilities Director), Hodgson Russ LLP

“I would strongly recommend Waterbourne Construction Advisors to provide CM services as I’ve found the site superintendents, clerk of the works, and support staff to be flexible, polite, and professional when performing their duties. Ownership was also polite and had a strong customer focus.”
– Michael D Dombrowski, CPMM (VP of Operations), Niagara County Community College

“From the design and budget stage to handing us the keys, it was an absolute pleasure working with the Waterbourne team! Honest, thorough, and with attention to detail, resulted in a spectacular building we are extremely pleased with! They turned our dream into a reality! Don’t build until you talk with Waterbourne first!”
– Mark T. Schiferle (Owner), Capital Fence Co. Inc.

“The Waterbourne onsite supervisor did a spectacular job coordinating with the subs and keeping our facility safe and operational during the construction.”
– Michael R. Lippa, Jr. (COO), Multisorb Filtration Group

Ready to ensure your project’s success with dedicated oversight?

Contact us today to discuss how Waterbourne Construction Advisors can represent your interests throughout your construction endeavor.