OR II - Owner's Representative II

Rippling; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 165,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Full health coverage

401K

Home office setup

Monthly cell phone/internet stipend

Wellness stipend

Company bonus program

Generous PTO and sick days

Holiday time

Hybrid work environment

Mentorship and career development

Paid family leave

Job summary

Peak Projects is seeking anOwner's Representative II in Austin, TX to oversee high-value residential and select hospitality projects. You will lead multiple projects from inception to completion, forecast workloads with senior leaders, and ensure Peak voice and brand equity across communications.

You will mentor AORs, coordinate vendors, and drive rigorous project documentation. This role offers hybrid work, generous benefits, and a path to professional growth.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of real estate experience in high-end residential architecture, construction, and owners representation/project management.
• Expertise in budget planning, building budgets, and owning complex construction budgets.
• Proficiency in Excel to analyze data, create reports, and streamline processes (formulas, pivot tables, data visualization).
• Contract negotiation and consultant/vendor management experience.
• Proficiency in architectural, structural, and electrical plan reading, with mentoring ability.
• Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities for client engagements.
• Ability to identify risks, manage change orders, and ensure project alignment.
• Proficiency with Google Docs/Sheets, Microsoft Office, Docusign, Adobe, and video meetings.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple high-value projects ($5M-$20M+ hard costs) from inception to completion.
• Develop detailed project plans and budgets with SOR and RP guidance.
• Conduct due diligence and vendor selection to meet project standards.

Skills

Real estate expertise

Budget planning

Excel proficiency

Contract negotiation

Plan reading

Leadership

Risk management

Client communication

Team collaboration

Data visualization

Tools

Google Docs

Google Sheets

Microsoft Office

Docusign

Adobe

Video conferencing

Job description

Peak Projects is a leading owner’s representative firm specializing in custom residential properties and select hospitality, commercial, and high-end projects. Since 2014, we’ve built a reputation for transforming complex visions into exceptional outcomes through a hands-on, thoughtful approach.

Our team brings together architects, builders, financial strategists, and private asset advisors, all united by a shared commitment to excellence without compromise. We act as trusted advisors, managing the full lifecycle of a project, from pre-construction planning to final delivery. Whether in urban settings or remote global destinations, our clients trust us to lead with clarity, innovation, and creativity.

Joining Peak means more than contributing to extraordinary projects; it means being part of a culture where team members can deepen their industry knowledge, craft, and collaborate with exceptional team members. We support autonomy, encourage flexibility, and prioritize work that is both meaningful and sustainable.

We’re guided by values that matter: kindness, rigor, teamwork, and creative problem-solving. We prioritize selecting clients, partners, and team members who align with these philosophies and contribute to them, ensuring a collaborative and supportive work environment.

What you will do:

In this dynamic position you will be a valued member of Peak’s core offerings and make proactive recommendations to sophisticated clients and Peak leadership based on industry and project landscape knowledge. You ensure all personal and team communication effectively captures the Peak voice and drives Peak brand equity, while maintaining continuity in tone across projects and clients. As an Owner’s Representative II, your experience will be integral to our continued success, and you will find numerous opportunities for personal and professional development.

Key Responsibilities

Project Oversight & Execution

• Lead multiple high-value projects ($5M - $20M+ hard costs) from inception to completion and help the Senior Owner’s Representative (SOR) strategize and forecast future workloads.
• Assist the SOR and Regional Principals (RP) in developing detailed project plans and budgets including preparing draft milestone schedules and staying ahead of schedule changes.
• Conduct due diligence and discovery for all new projects with the AOR’s assistance, ensuring vendor and GC selections meet project standards.

Stakeholder & Team Management

• Lead engagements and act as a trusted advisor to clients ensuring satisfaction and alignment with project goals
• Source and orchestrate team selections such as landscape architects, sound engineer, lighting specialist, etc. for SOR review and lead team selection processes.
• Look for opportunities to build relationships with key stakeholders for future business opportunities and collaborate with SORs to pursue leads.
• Oversee consultant and vendor coordination, ensuring contributions align with project objectives while providing guidance on design and construction plans.
• Mentor and provide guidance to AORs, fostering individual and team growth.
• Approve meeting agendas and verify meeting minutes for accuracy to ensure efficient team communication.

Operational & Administrative Excellence

• Co-manage all project kick-offs with SOR and work in tandem with the AOR to prepare meeting agendas, review meeting minutes for accuracy, and ensure thorough project documentation.
• Oversee contract negotiation , ensuring adherence to standards with final approval by SOR.
• Manage project documentation and file organization, ensuring data accessibility and compliance.
• Work with AORs to create and present succinct status reports to clients and stakeholders.
• Oversee the AOR’s invoicing and pay application reviews, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and consistent billing practices.
• Utilize project management tools and embrace the implementation of new tools that benefit the team.

Required Experience and Skills

• 8+ years of real estate experience in high-end residential architecture, construction, and or owners representation/project management (Ideally with projects over $10mil in GC costs)
• Expertise in budget planning specifically, building budgets, understanding and owning complex construction budgets
• Proficiency in leveraging Excel to analyze data, create reports, and streamline processes, including the use of formulas, pivot tables, and data visualization tools.
• Contract negotiation and consultant/vendor management experience.
• Proficiency in architectural, structural, and electrical plan reading, with the ability to mentor junior team members.
• Knowledge of all team members involved in a high end residential project.
• Strong leadership skills with experience mentoring others and leading client engagements.
• Ability to proactively identify risks, manage change orders, and ensure strategic project alignment.
• Strong quantitative skills and proficiency in Google Docs, Google Sheets, Microsoft Office, Docusign, Adobe, and virtual meeting platforms.
• Adept at communicating with clients in all forms of communication (written, verbal, presenting, etc.) and knows when to elevate to leadership.
• Self-starter with the ability to learn quickly, work both independently and as a team member, and to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously in an organized and efficient manner.
• High emotional intelligence, ability to read a room and manage numerous personalities.
• Operate in an empathic, collaborative, and rigorous manner.
• Ability to respond to Peak team members, external team members and clients quickly.

What we offer:

Joining Peak Projects means becoming part of a team dedicated to excellence, continuous improvement, and making a positive impact through our work.

We are a fun, passionate group of professionals who take pride in the work we do. We acknowledge the contributions and talents of our team members by providing benefits that support you at work and in life:

• Competitive pay
• Full health coverage - Medical, Dental & Vision (kicks in within first 30-days)
• 401K with a 3% contribution by Peak not dependent on your personal contribution
• Home office set up - You will be issued a computer and accessories by the Company and will receive $500 in reimbursement for other home office setup needs
• Monthly Reimbursement - You will receive $100 per month as a stipend to offset cell phone/internet cost
• Wellness Stipend - $1,000 per year to spend on health and fitness
• Company Bonus Program - You will be eligible to participate in the Company Performance Bonus Program. Your target payout under the Program will be 10%, with final payout dependent upon Company and individual performance
• Generous PTO and Sick Day - You are entitled to 12 days of PTO in addition to 7 sick days
• Holiday Time - You will also receive 9 paid holidays per year, plus a 4 day office closure at the end of the year between Christmas and New Years Eve
• Hybrid work environment allowing you flexibility to work from remote locations and better manage work/life balance
• Mentorship and career development opportunities
• Paid Family leave

Closing

Peak Projects is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Peak Projects is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, reach out to [e-mail].

To help us authentically evaluate your experience, we ask that all interview responses be your own original work without the assistance of real-time AI tools or external prompts during the live interview conversation.

Compensation

Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable.

The pay range for this role is:

165,000 - 180,000 USD per year (Austin, TX)