Owner's Advisor

Parametrix; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 175,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare (comprehensive) and vision

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Performance bonuses

401(k) Plan

Paid time off

Parental bonding leave

Job summary

Parametrix in Seattle is seeking an Owner’s Advisor to join our Advisory Services team. You will advocate for owners across water/wastewater, transit, and infrastructure programs, guiding projects from concept through closeout.

This role favors candidates located in the Pacific Northwest, with openness to remote work for the right experience. Hybrid office options may be available, with a salary range of $175,000–$200,000 USD.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of consulting experience in owner’s advisory, alternative delivery, program management, or management consulting in the infrastructure space.
• Strong background in procurement processes, contract development, cost engineering/estimating, schedule development and review, risk assessment, decision analysis, and lifecycle cost evaluation.
• Skilled at conducting independent cost estimates and schedule reviews to evaluate and negotiate scope, budget, and timelines in the owner’s best interest.
• Experience in supporting procurement strategies and alternative delivery methods.
• Proven success managing and delivering complex capital programs and infrastructure projects from planning through construction and closeout.
• DBIA certification demonstrates expertise in design‑build and collaborative project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Represent the Owner: serve as a trusted advisor through concept development to warranty.
• Lead project delivery oversight across all phases of delivery.
• Support alternative delivery contracting like CM/GC, CMAR, GC/CM, PDB, or DB heavy civil projects.
• Lead cost estimates and budgets to align with project scope and owner expectations.
• Monitor schedules, identify risks or variances, and recommend corrective actions.
• Conduct risk assessments and facilitate lifecycle cost evaluations and decision analyses.
• Review and negotiate key project elements to protect owner interests.
• Advise on procurement strategies and delivery methods to drive success.
• Build strong client partnerships and maintain executive‑level communication.

Skills

Owner’s advisory experience

Alternative delivery expertise

Cost estimating

Schedule development

Risk assessment

Lifecycle cost evaluation

Procurement strategies

Client relationship builder

Executive communication

DBIA Certification

Job description

About Parametrix

Parametrix is a 100% employee-owned consulting firm helping clients deliver resilient infrastructure, vibrant and livable communities, and environmentally sustainable solutions. We are a team of professional construction managers, engineers, management consultants, planners, scientists, and surveyors dedicated to delivering outstanding client service. We build lasting partnerships and collaborate with our clients to envision possibilities and create tomorrow, together.

About the Opportunity

We are looking for an Owner’s Advisor to join our Advisory Services team. We partner with public and private sector clients across water/wastewater, transit and transportation, environmental services, and construction management—helping deliver critical infrastructure that strengthens the communities where we live and work.

This role is ideal for a seasoned consultant who thrives in an owner-facing environment and brings both technical depth and strategic perspective to complex capital programs. We have a preference for candidates located in Oregon; however, we’re open to considering remote candidates with the right experience and qualifications. Candidates may also choose to work hybrid from a Parametrix office, depending on location.

Your Role on the Team

• Represent the Owner: Serve as a trusted advisor acting on behalf of the owner to support projects and programs from concept development through design, permitting, procurement, construction, closeout, and warranty.
• Support Program & Project Delivery: Provide hands‑on leadership and oversight to help guide successful execution across all phases of delivery.
• Support Alternative Delivery: Provide expertise in Alternative Public Works contracting, supporting the successful delivery of CM/GC, CMAR, GC/CM, PDB, or DB heavy civil infrastructure projects.
• Lead Cost & Budget Oversight: Develop, review, and validate cost estimates and budgets to ensure alignment with project scope and owner expectations.
• Monitor & Analyze Schedules: Evaluate and track project schedules, identify risks or variances, and recommend corrective actions.
• Manage Risk & Decision Support: Conduct risk assessments and facilitate risk mitigation strategies, decision analyses, and lifecycle cost evaluations.
• Evaluate Scope, Schedule & Budget: Independently review and negotiate key project elements to protect the owner’s interests.
• Support Procurement & Delivery Strategies: Advise on alternative delivery approaches and procurement methods to drive project success.
• Build Client Partnerships: Collaborate closely with clients, stakeholders, and project teams to maintain strong, trusted relationships throughout the life of the project.

What You Bring to the Team

• Experience: 15+ years of consulting experience in owner’s advisory, alternative delivery, program management, or management consulting in the infrastructure space. Strong background in procurement processes, contract development, cost engineering/estimating, schedule development and review, risk assessment, decision analysis, and lifecycle cost evaluation.
• Owner Advocate: Skilled at conducting independent cost estimates and schedule reviews to evaluate and negotiate scope, budget, and timelines in the best interest of the owner. Experienced in supporting procurement strategies and alternative delivery methods.
• Project Delivery Leader: Proven success managing and delivering complex capital programs and infrastructure projects from planning through construction and closeout.
• Alternative Delivery Expert: Deep understanding of Alternative Public Works statutes, procurement processes, preconstruction services, GMP development, and collaborative delivery models.
• DBIA Certification: Design‑Build Institute of America (DBIA) certification, demonstrating expertise in design‑build best practices and collaborative project delivery.
• Client‑Focused Relationship Builder: Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain long‑term client relationships, ideally within the Pacific Northwest. Trusted advisor who brings professionalism, sound judgment, and a collaborative approach.
• Strong Communicator: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly present technical information and provide executive‑level decision support.

Why Join Parametrix

Employee Ownership & Great Benefits

As a 100% employee‑owned company, you will share in and contribute to Parametrix's success. You will earn stock in your Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) account and be an important contributor to our collective achievements.

Our Benefits include:

• Comprehensive Healthcare (medical, dental, vision, short‑ & long‑term disability insurance)
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (financial profit sharing)
• Performance‑based bonuses
• 401(k) Plan
• Paid Time Off (both vacation & sick/wellness time accruals)
• Paid Holidays
• Parental Bonding Leave

Exciting, Award‑Winning Project Work

Our work earns recognition for its innovation and positive impact on communities, giving you the opportunity to contribute to projects that make a difference. Learn more at https://www.parametrix.com/our-work/

Flexible Work Arrangements

We understand the importance of work‑life balance and offer flexible work arrangements to support our employee‑owners' diverse needs. Whether it is hybrid, remote, or in‑office, we provide options that allow you to work in a way that best suits your lifestyle while staying connected and engaged with your team.

Salary Range: $175,000 USD - $200,000 USD

Compensation is determined by factors such as education, experience, location, and role. As employee‑owners, we are eligible for performance‑based bonuses and our salaries are reviewed annually. We value transparency and look forward to discussing our compensation structure.

Our Commitment to You

Parametrix is committed to being an inclusive workplace, where team members of all backgrounds and experiences are welcome. As an equal opportunity employer, it is our policy and culture to provide opportunities to all persons based on merit and fitness to perform job duties.

Employment decisions are based solely on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, religion, age (40 or older, as protected under the ADEA), disability (including physical, mental, or sensory), genetic information (including testing and characteristics), protected veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws or regulations.

At Parametrix, we are dedicated to encouraging an inclusive and accessible workplace. If you need any accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know, and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. We welcome and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.