Construction Management
& Owner’s Representation
KSW protects your investment with design advisory and independent oversight,
forensic architecture and budget control, and principal-led project management.
Licensed Architect | California & Hawaii
30+ Years of Expertise
Client Testimonial
“…wouldn’t do another construction project without Steve.”
Joan & Irwin Jacobs, Founding Chairman & CEO Emeritus, QUALCOMM
24-year client relationship · La Jolla, California
Who We Serve
Expertise for Complex Projects
Custom Home Owners
High-end homeowners building or remodeling custom residences who need professional oversight to protect their investment from design through completion.
Owner Advocates
Owners who need an independent advocate working alongside their architect and contractor, someone solely focused on protecting the owner's interests.
Attorneys & Forensic Clients
Attorneys and clients requiring forensic construction consulting, expert analysis, and litigation support for construction disputes and defect claims.
Services
What We Do
- Pre-Construction and Design Advisory
- Owner Representation and Construction Management
- Budget, Schedule, and Bid Management
- Contract Development and Administration
- Construction Administration
- Owner-Vendor Coordination and Project Accounting
- Forensic and Consulting Services
Featured Work
Selected Projects
Marina Harbor Residence
Luxury rooftop living with infinity pool, fire pit, and panoramic harbor views.
Mexican Beach House
Coastal estate with custom pool, courtyard, and traditional architectural details.
3930 Commercial Renovation
Complete facade transformation and interior buildout for multi-tenant commercial property.
La Jolla Custom Residence
Two-story custom home with full basement, guided from caisson foundations to finished interiors.
Affordable Housing Midrise
Downtown San Diego midrise where KSW provided third-party entitlement review services.
Law Offices Tenant Improvements
Multimillion dollar law office build-outs completed on time and on budget.
Why KSW
What Sets Us Apart
Licensed Architect
California and Hawaii. Dual expertise bridging design intent and construction reality.
33+ Years
Professional experience spanning residential, commercial, healthcare, and institutional projects.
Independent Advocate
Owner-first recommendations with no builder conflicts of interest. Your interests are our only priority.
Principal-Led
Direct accountability from project start to closeout. No hand-offs to junior staff.
"Steve provided exceptional oversight on our custom home project. His attention to budget details and schedule management saved us significant costs and kept the project on track through complex phases."
Custom Home Owner, La Jolla
Service Areas
San Diego & Beyond
La Jolla · Del Mar · Rancho Santa Fe · Carlsbad · Encinitas · Coronado · Point Loma · Mission Hills · Hillcrest · Downtown San Diego · Greater Southern California · Hawaii
Ready to Protect Your Investment?
If you want an independent expert protecting cost, schedule, and quality, request a project review today.