Owner's Representation
We act as your advocate — managing the design team, contractors, budget and schedule so your interests come first.
Construction Management & Owner's Representation in New York
Independent oversight for complex New York projects — we protect your budget, schedule and quality from site selection through closeout.
- Licensed NYC general contractor
- Open-book cost reporting
- Owner's rep & CM-at-risk delivery
- Multi-site program experience
- BBB Accredited Business
Construction management for complex New York projects
New York construction projects involve a lot of moving parts: landlords and building rules, architects and engineers, furniture and IT vendors, multiple agencies and dozens of trades. Without someone accountable for bringing it all together, budgets drift, schedules slip and decisions get made without the full picture.
Quedan Construction provides construction management, owner’s representative and preconstruction services for corporate tenants, healthcare providers, retailers, restaurant groups, landlords and institutions across New York City, Long Island and Westchester. Because we are also a licensed general contractor, we bring hands-on construction knowledge to every decision.
Owner’s representative services
As your owner’s representative, we sit on your side of the table. We help select and manage your design team, establish the budget and schedule, prepare and level bids, negotiate contracts, review change orders and payment applications, and report progress in plain language. Our job is to protect your interests at every stage.
Construction manager at risk
For clients who want a single point of responsibility, we can serve as construction manager at risk: joining the project during design, providing preconstruction services, and then delivering the work under a guaranteed maximum price with open-book cost reporting.
Preconstruction services
The decisions made before construction starts determine most of a project’s cost. We provide site evaluations, test-fit budgets, constructability reviews, value engineering, procurement strategies and master schedules so you can make informed decisions early.
Multi-site and portfolio programs
Organizations with many locations need consistency. We manage multi-site programs for offices, retail stores, medical practices and restaurants with standardized specifications, procurement strategies, reporting formats and quality checks across every project.
Transparency you can verify
Every project we manage includes open-book cost reporting, leveled bids, documented change order reviews and regular forecasts. You always know where the money is going, what’s coming next and what risks we’re managing on your behalf.
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Services
Construction management services
Whether you need a full construction manager or an experienced advocate on your side of the table, we tailor our role to your project.
Preconstruction Services
Site evaluations, budgets, constructability reviews, value engineering and procurement strategy before construction starts.
Schedule Management
Master schedules, critical-path tracking, long-lead procurement and recovery plans that protect your move-in or opening date.
Cost Control
Open-book estimates, bid leveling, change order review and monthly cost reports with forecasts you can trust.
Multi-Site Programs
Consistent standards, pricing and reporting across portfolios of offices, stores, clinics or restaurants.
Quality & Closeout
Site inspections, punch lists, permit sign-offs, warranties and closeout documentation, verified before final payment.
Portfolio
Projects we've managed
- Restaurant
Astoria Restaurant & Bar
Queens, NY · 2024
3,200 sq ft
- Medical & Dental
Bronx Pediatric Practice
The Bronx, NY · 2024
5,400 sq ft
- Medical & Dental
Brooklyn Dental Studio
Brooklyn, NY · 2025
4,800 sq ft
- Retail
Fifth Avenue Boutique
Manhattan, NY · 2025
4,200 sq ft
- Office Interiors
Financial District Trading Office
Manhattan, NY · 2024
36,000 sq ft
- Office Interiors
Flatiron Tech Company Office
Manhattan, NY · 2024
18,500 sq ft
- Residential
Great Neck Home Remodel
Nassau County, NY · 2025
4,900 sq ft
- Retail
Hudson Yards Showroom
Manhattan, NY · 2023
7,500 sq ft
- Office Interiors
Long Island City Coworking Space
Queens, NY · 2023
22,000 sq ft
Scope of work
What we manage for you
We bring structure, transparency and accountability to every phase of a construction project.
01
Planning
- Site selection and pre-lease evaluations
- Project budgets and contingency planning
- Delivery method recommendations
- Design team selection support
- Master schedule development
02
Design & procurement
- Design reviews and constructability
- Estimates at each design milestone
- Value engineering
- Bid packages and bid leveling
- Contract negotiation support
03
Construction
- Contractor and trade coordination
- Weekly site meetings and reports
- Change order and payment review
- Schedule tracking and recovery
- Quality and safety oversight
04
Closeout
- Inspections and permit sign-off
- Punch list verification
- As-built and O&M documentation
- Warranty tracking
- Final cost reconciliation
How we work
How we manage your project
01
Define
We clarify your goals, budget, schedule and risk tolerance, and recommend the right delivery method for your project.
02
Plan
We build a realistic budget and master schedule, assemble the design team and set reporting standards from day one.
03
Procure
We prepare bid packages, level bids, negotiate contracts and lock in long-lead materials early.
04
Manage
We run the job on your behalf — coordinating trades, reviewing changes and payments, and reporting progress every week.
05
Close out
We verify completion, permits, documentation and warranties, and reconcile final costs before the last payment.
Why Quedan
The contractor landlords recommend
We've built it ourselves
As a licensed general contractor, we know where costs hide and schedules slip — because we've built these projects ourselves.
Total transparency
Open-book estimates, leveled bids and monthly cost forecasts. You see every number.
Your advocate
As your owner's representative, we work for you — not the contractor, landlord or design team.
New York expertise
Landlord rules, DOB approvals, union requirements and occupied buildings are our everyday environment.
Service area
Construction management across New York
We manage projects throughout New York City and the surrounding region.
FAQ
Construction management questions, answered
What does a construction manager do?
A construction manager plans, coordinates and controls a construction project on the owner's behalf — managing budget, schedule, quality, contractors and approvals from preconstruction through closeout.
What is an owner's representative?
An owner's representative is an independent advocate who represents the client's interests throughout a project, managing the design team, contractors and consultants, reviewing costs and changes, and keeping the project aligned with the client's goals.
What is the difference between a construction manager and a general contractor?
A general contractor typically holds the trade contracts and builds the project for an agreed price. A construction manager may act as an advisor (agency CM or owner's rep) or take on construction risk under a guaranteed maximum price (CM at risk). Quedan provides both general contracting and construction management.
What is construction manager at risk?
Under construction manager at risk (CMAR), the construction manager joins the project during design, provides preconstruction services, and then delivers the project under a guaranteed maximum price, taking responsibility for cost overruns beyond that price.
When should I hire a construction manager?
As early as possible — ideally before signing a lease or finalizing design. Early involvement allows the construction manager to influence site selection, budgets, design decisions and procurement, where most of the value is created.
How much does an owner's representative cost?
Fees depend on project size, duration and scope. Common structures include fixed fees, a percentage of construction cost, or monthly fees. We provide a written proposal after understanding your project.
Can a construction manager reduce project costs?
Yes. Through early budgeting, constructability reviews, value engineering, competitive bidding, bid leveling and change order control, a construction manager often saves more than their fee — and reduces the risk of costly surprises.
Do you manage multi-location programs?
Yes. We manage portfolios of offices, retail stores, medical practices and restaurants with consistent standards, procurement strategies and reporting across every location.
Do you work with our architect and existing contractors?
Yes. As construction manager or owner's representative, we work alongside your architect, engineers, furniture vendors and contractors, coordinating everyone toward the same budget and schedule.
What types of projects do you manage?
We manage office, medical and dental, retail, restaurant and commercial kitchen projects, as well as larger renovation and capital programs, throughout New York City, Long Island and Westchester.
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