Gaither Commercial, LLC published a new article outlining what every owner should understand before launching a major capital project and how early decisions protect budget, schedule, and long-term performance.

Owner’s Representative – Real Estate Development • Represents the developer/owner’s interests across planning, design, entitlement, construction, and turnover phases • Coordinates with municipalities, consultants, architects, engineers, and contractors to ensure alignment with project goals • Oversees entitlement processes, including zoning, permitting, environmental reviews, and community approvals • Manages project schedules, budgets, and milestones to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery • Assists in feasibility analysis, site due diligence, and risk assessments • Provides guidance on design development to ensure market viability, cost-efficiency, and regulatory compliance • Reviews and negotiates consultant contracts, change orders, and development agreements • Monitors construction progress and resolves field issues or delays in collaboration with the GC and design team • Coordinates stakeholder communication, including investor updates, municipal reporting, and tenant coordination • Oversees project close-out, including final inspections, occupancy permits, as-built documentation, and turnover to property management

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