Construction Management Services
From initial planning through project closeout, and when disputes arise,
KSW provides the experienced oversight that protects your investment at every stage.
Your Independent Advocate from Day One
KSW acts as the owner’s independent representative throughout every phase of construction, serving both residential and commercial clients. Whether your project is a custom residence, a luxury renovation, or a commercial tenant improvement, KSW’s sole obligation is to you. Steven Kiss brings 39 years of licensed architecture and construction management experience to protect your budget, timeline, and quality standards with direct, principal-led accountability on every engagement.
What We Do
Three Core Service Areas
Every project has distinct phases and challenges. KSW provides specialized expertise across the full lifecycle of construction, from the earliest planning decisions through active construction oversight, and when things go wrong, forensic investigation and expert testimony.
01. Pre-Construction Planning
Pre-Construction Planning
Set your project up for success before construction begins. We guide design consultant selection, conduct constructability reviews, develop realistic budgets and schedules, manage the bidding process, and negotiate construction contracts that protect your interests.
02. Construction Management
Construction Management
Protect your investment during active construction with hands-on project oversight. We manage contractor performance, run project meetings, coordinate vendors and consultants, monitor budgets and change orders, oversee project accounting, and ensure proper closeout documentation. See a working example in the budget tracking demo.
03. Forensic & Expert Witness
Forensic Investigation & Expert Witness
When construction disputes arise, KSW provides independent forensic investigation, home inspection and condition reports, and expert witness testimony recognized in California and Hawaii courts. We serve homeowners, attorneys, and legal professionals with rigorous technical analysis and defensible conclusions.
Client Testimonial
“…I couldn’t imagine doing any new projects without him.”
Mary McGuire, Del Mar Homeowner
17-year client relationship · Del Mar, California
Not Sure Which Service You Need?
Every project is different. As a starting point: if you haven't yet hired a contractor, Pre-Construction Planning is where to begin. If you're already under contract and need oversight, Construction Management is the right fit. If you have a dispute, a defect, or a billing concern, Forensic & Expert Witness Services applies. Tell us about your project and KSW will confirm the right approach.
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