Building Envelope Consulting
The building envelope is often the most expensive part of a construction project, so having trustworthy information is critical for managing risk.
Construction Project Management
Effective construction project management is essential for delivering complex infrastructure and building projects on time, on budget, and to the highest standards. Kiwa provides industry‑leading Construction Project Management services through Raba Kistner and Sequoia Consultants, nationally recognized engineering and consulting firms with decades of experience supporting public and private capital programs.
As a trusted representative for the owner and the contractor, we protect your investment, ensure regulatory compliance, and maintain full visibility across every phase of construction.
What We Do
Kiwa’s construction project management experts oversee the entire project lifecycle, offering comprehensive services that include:
- Program & Project Management for vertical and horizontal construction
- Owner’s Representation to safeguard scope, schedule, budget, and quality
- Construction Oversight & Governance from planning through commissioning
- Cost, Schedule & Risk Management using proven methodologies
- QA/QC Alternate Delivery, including quality management, inspection and materials testing
- Stakeholder Coordination across contractors, designers, agencies, and end users
- Documentation & Reporting for transparent, data‑driven decision‑making
Backed by Raba Kistner and Sequoia’s multidisciplinary expertise—geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, materials engineering, and building sciences— deliver integrated oversight that strengthens project outcomes.
Why Construction Project Management Matters
Large capital projects involve complex schedules, multiple contractors, regulatory requirements, and significant financial risk. Without experienced project management, owners and contractors face:
- Budget overruns
- Schedule delays
- Quality and performance issues
- Safety risks
- Contractual disputes
- Inefficient communication
Independent construction management improves accountability, enhances transparency, and ensures that projects meet performance, safety, and compliance expectations.
How Kiwa Delivers Value
Our teams deliver a proven, structured approach to managing construction programs. Our value is built on:
- Decades of industry experience across infrastructure, facilities, and public works
- Engineering‑driven insight that strengthens technical oversight
- Proactive risk identification to prevent costly issues
- Transparent reporting and documentation for confident decision‑making
- Integrated QA/QC services that ensure long‑term performance
- A multidisciplinary team recognized as an ENR Top 500 Design Firm
Our approach ensures owners and contractors maintain control while benefiting from expert guidance and comprehensive project visibility.
Who We Serve
Kiwa supports a wide range of clients across the U.S., including:
State and local government agencies
Transportation and mobility authorities
General contractors
Utilities and infrastructure operators
Commercial and industrial developers
Higher education and healthcare institutions
Federal and military installations
Architectural and engineering design teams
Our services include
Compliance Assurance
Raba Kistner provides full-service environmental permitting and compliance services for design-build and other transportation infrastructure projects.
Construction Engineering and Inspection
Raba Kistner has provided successful construction project administration and coordination for clients throughout the Southwestern United States and beyond since 1968.
Program Management Services
Raba Kistner's Project Control and PC Sports offer a unique Program Management process that represents a higher level of planning for multiple workstreams and managing multiple related projects.
Project Management Services
Raba Kistner's Project Control and PC Sports offer clients a broad range of project management services, all of which are tailored for each project to meet the needs and desires of the Owner.
Owners' Representative Services
We act as Owner’s Representative for clients and in certain cases as a Tenant Representative. Our primary role as an Owner’s Representative is to act as a liaison between the Owner or Tenant and the design and construction teams. In this role, Project Con...
Roofing and Waterproofing Inspection and Maintenance Services
Raba Kistner’s roofing and waterproofing inspection and maintenance services evaluate, test, diagnose and design many of the components that make up the building envelope to ensure longer life expectancy of the facility.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Kiwa act as the owner’s representative?
Yes. We represent owners throughout planning, design, procurement, construction, and closeout.
Can Kiwa manage multi‑year capital programs?
Yes. Our team specializes in multi‑year, multi‑project, and large‑scale infrastructure programs.
Does project management include QA/QC?
Yes. QA/QC oversight, including materials testing and construction quality verification, is a core component of our services.
Does Kiwa offer QA/QC programs for Alternate Delivery projects?
Yes, we offer comprehensive QA/QC solutions for all forms of alternate delivery projects.
