Services Kansas Owner's Representative Project Management Switchgrass Construction Advisors

Project Discovery & Project Development

Project delivery development planning and analysis
Space and property planning
Public funding oversight
Project delivery method
Conceptual cost planning
Preliminary schedule & logistics planning
Contract administration
Land acquisition assistance
LEED & Sustainability management
Master and space planning
Facility & infrastructure assessments

Our Capabilities

At Switchgrass, we guide clients through project discovery and development with a focus on clarity and informed decision-making. From feasibility, funding, and delivery methods to cost planning, scheduling, and sustainability, we align every step with long-term goals. Our expertise simplifies complex processes, giving owners the confidence to move projects forward successfully.

Experience risk mitigation (Pre-qualification)
Schedule risk mitigation
Site risk mitigation
Cost risk mitigation
Buyout risk mitigation
Market risk study assistance
Performa risk mitigation
Plan review of all-inclusive property development costs
Plan review for pre-sales and marketing risks
Planning, council, AHJ regulation review
Safety and quality management plan review

Project Investment & Lending Monitoring

Negotiations of loan agreement
Review of Insurance plan
Review of Developers contract agreements
Review of Developers preventative maintenance plan
Review of Developers project document control plan
Review and establishment of permitting plan
Review and establishment of cash flow plan for monthly draws
Site observations reports (safety, quality, schedule, costs)
Close-out coordination
Existing Property Acquisition Report - Facility Assessment

Our Capabilities

Construction loan monitoring is essential for investment and financial lending institutions, offering a robust solution to effectively manage and mitigate the inherent risks of construction lending. By implementing thorough monitoring practices, lenders, can safeguard their investments and ensure successful project outcomes.

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Master budget development
Architect procurement and contract negotiations
Design phase planning - cost & schedule support
Peer reviews - design/constructability
Value engineering & value analysis support
Holistic project budget management
Logistics planning support
Safety & quality management plan reviews
Scope development & construction phasing strategies
Contractor procurement & contract negotiations
Bid package assistance & review
Owner FFE & third party procurement and contract negotiations
Pay application SOV creation and monthly reviews
Project Insurance & bond review

Pre-Construction & Financial Structuring Guidance

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Our Capabilities

Switchgrass Construction Advisors provides comprehensive pre-construction and financial guidance, enabling owners to make well-informed decisions prior to project initiation. Through precise cost planning, schedule forecasting, and funding strategies, we mitigate risk while optimizing project value. Our proactive approach delivers greater cost certainty, enhanced financial oversight, and a more efficient path to successful project completion.

Pre-Construction & Financial Structuring Guidance

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Peer reviews - logistics planning (Owner, GC, Third-party)
Peer reviews - safety & quality management plans
Peer reviews - mockup planning
Bid package assistance & review
Site observations reports (safety, quality, schedule, costs)
Quality deficiency tracking & correction management
Bi-Monthly Board/Committee meetings
Weekly OAC meetings (Owner, Arch, Contractor)
Weekly Owner/OR meetings (Owner, Owner's Rep.)
Weekly MEP startup meetings
AHJ inspection walks
TCO & CO support
Claim support

Construction Guidance

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Construction Guidance

Switchgrass Construction Advisors delivers owners expert guidance and independent oversight across the full construction lifecycle. We diligently monitor costs, schedules, and quality to ensure projects stay on track and aligned with strategic objectives. Through proactive risk management and informed decision support, we help owners achieve successful, efficient, and high-value outcomes—avoiding the overruns and delays that affect nearly 90% of construction projects.

Contractor procurement & contract negotiations
Owner FFE & third party procurement and contract negotiations
Project Insurance & bond review
Scope development assistance & construction phasing strategies
Holistic cost management (Arch, GC, third-party)
Pay application monthly reviews (Arch, GC, third-party)
Owner draw request reviews
Contingency tracking
Cost issue tracking
Change order risk mitigation & cost/backup review
Peer reviews - post design construction document issuances
Peer reviews - construction submittals & RFI's

Substantial completion management
Punchlist management & closeout
Project record keeping turnover
Commissioning support
TCO & CO support
AHJ inspection walks
Claim support
Contract closeout and final billings support
Post construction warranty management - 11 month walk
Warranty management plan - 1 yr. & extended warranties
Documentation support - O&M turnovers, maintenance training
Documentation support- Attic stock & keying turnover
Facility maintenance planning
Owner relocation planning

Post-Construction Guidance

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Post-Construction Guidance

Switchgrass Construction Advisors provides clients with comprehensive post-construction guidance to ensure a smooth transition from project completion to operational use. We oversee closeout documentation, warranty administration, and facility performance verification to confirm that projects meet design intent and operational requirements. By facilitating timely project closeout, we help owners control costs, minimize operational disruptions, and maximize the efficiency and value of their facilities.

CMMS procurement & contract negotiations
Preventative maintenance plan & budget development
Preventative maintenance procurement & contract negotiations
Preventative maintenance billing reviews
Facilities & equipment condition assessments
Infrastructure assessment - parking surfaces and drives
Building decommissioning or recommissioning support
Warranty management support - 1 yr. & extended warranties
Capital expenditure planning
Renovations support
General maintenance support
Claim support

Operations & Maintenance Guidance

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