At this point in the project, the Town has evaluated its internal capacity and capabilities and identified the following capital project management, owner’s representative, and advisory areas where assistance may be needed. A final scope of services will be determined between the Town and its selected owner’s representative. Design and Construction: • Ensure that the project’s strategic programmatic and financial goals are met • Advise Town as critical project decisions are made • Review drawings, reports, and other documentation to ensure that work product aligns with project goals, schedule, and budget • Review cost estimates and participate in value engineering exercises as needed • Manage the project budget, including invoices and pay applications, owner’s soft costs, and general budget monitoring Procurement and Contract Management: • Assist in the preparation of procurement documents • Negotiate and manage contracts with contractors, consultants, and vendors Quality Assurance and Regulatory Compliance: • Monitor on-site construction activities • Ensure that construction work meets project specifications and quality standards • Address any quality issues and implement corrective actions • Ensure that the project complies with all relevant local, state, and federal regulations • Obtain necessary permits and approvals, coordinate inspections, and address regulatory issues • Maintain project documentation Communication and Reporting: • Provide regular updates to project owners • Serve as the primary point of contact for the Town on the project design team • Coordinate with Wake County employees involved in the construction of the library, as necessary • Coordinate with the Finance Director for all financing-related and reporting requirements Project Closeout: • Oversee the final stages of construction and project closeout activities • Ensure that all punch list items are completed • Review contractor and vendor submission of all required documents • Coordinate the handover of project documentation