I am the owner’s representative, I manage the project
I am Richard Wodehouse, owner of West Coast Project Management Inc. I am an expert Residential Construction Project Manager / Owner’s Representative based in Marin County, California. I help homeowners enjoy a successful, stress free experience in the building of their projects in the San Francisco Bay Area including Marin, Sonoma, and Napa to the north.
I do this by applying the experience and knowledge gained in 45 years of building fine structures. The savings I create with my budget and schedule oversight will eliminate delays, change orders, and cost overruns. These savings more than cover the cost of my involvement, plus give you the assurance of having a construction expert on your side. My current projects in the San Francisco Bay area are in Marin, Sonoma/Napa and San Francisco.
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Expert Articles on Home Construction
Fixer-Upper or Teardown?
My partner, Realtor Jennifer Dunbar, and I spend a fair amount of time looking at houses. I often bring my construction experience along when she is evaluating properties with buyers, and we are...
Women in Construction
After more than 45 years managing residential construction projects, I’ve seen firsthand that the most successful projects come down to two things: skill and attention to detail. It would be great...
Women in Construction: Mentorship & Leadership
A few weeks ago, I wrote a LinkedIn post encouraging greater participation by women in the construction industry, particularly in roles where attention to detail, communication, organization, and...
Lesson from the Field: A Change Order Should Meet Two Tests
One of the most valuable services an Owner's Representative provides is an independent review of every proposed change order. A change order should not be approved simply because additional work has...
Projects without a Clearly Defined and Actively Managed Schedule
After years of managing construction projects, one patterns stands out: Projects without a clearly defined and actively managed schedule rarely stay on track. Without a detailed schedule, it’s...
Starting Construction Before Plans are Fully Complete
One of the most common and costly mistakes I see in residential construction: Starting construction before plans are fully complete. This usually happens because design, consultant coordination, and...
When the General Contractor Isn’t Working
However, with Richard’s help and under his supervision we were able to hire a crew to finish framing and streamline the process of subcontracting for the interior work. Additionally, he gave us guidance on structural issues, framing, and waterproofing. Without doubt, Richard’s role in getting our project back on track can not be overstated. He even helped us to restore our faith in the profession.
-Olga and David, San Francisco
Residential construction management is a complex endeavor.
Some of the benefits of having West Coast Project Management Inc. as your construction Owner’s Project Manager:
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Counseling on your contract negotiations with general contractors, subs, and architects from an expert that has been involved in literally hundreds of contracts
- Confidence that your budget and schedule are being monitored by a knowledgeable building professional
- A shorter construction time due to proper prior planning
- Cost savings due to mistakes being averted ahead of time
- Peace of mind so you can concentrate on your normal life
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