Kramer Consulting Services, Inc.

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About the firm

Kramer Consulting Services, Inc. is a Washington, DC-based owner's representation and project management practice founded in 1994 by Jeffrey Kramer. It provides comprehensive program, project, and construction management, along with development due diligence, facilities assessments, and architectural services. Serving clients across healthcare, education, government, commercial, and sports and recreation sectors, it acts as a dedicated advocate to align costs, schedules, and quality with client visions.

Established
1994
Firm type
Owner's Engineer

People

Jeffrey J. KramerPresident & CEO

Colleen P. CahillChief Operating Officer

Burt JacksonProject Delivery Director

James PandulaDirector of Architectural Services

Court CookOperations Director

Ashley BosHuman Resources & Administration Manager

Capabilities

Owner's Representation & Advisory

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Strategic guidance and advocacy across the entire project lifecycle, from inception to closeout.

  • Procurement Management

    Structuring and executing procurement strategies to secure optimal vendor alignment.

  • Risk Management

    Identifying and mitigating potential risks early to protect investments and project schedules.

  • Stakeholder Coordination

    Acting as the primary liaison to facilitate clear communication and unified objectives.

Program and Project Management

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Comprehensive management aligning execution with overarching business and organizational objectives.

  • Program Management

    Integrating multiple project threads into a cohesive, resource-optimized strategy.

  • Project Management

    Managing individual project scopes, budgets, and schedules.

Construction Management

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Hands-on, impartial oversight and coordination of design and construction phases.

  • Constructability Review

    Proactive management of the design phase to optimize constructability, cost, and quality.

  • Quality Control & Schedule Tracking

    Rigorous tracking of progress and quality benchmarks to maintain project trajectories.

  • Change Order Evaluation

    Rigorous evaluation and negotiation of project change orders to protect budgets.

Development Due Diligence

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Critical analysis and evaluations to support pre-investment property decisions.

  • Zoning & Regulatory Assessment

    Evaluating zoning compliance, permitting needs, and local regulatory constraints.

  • Environmental Review

    Identifying environmental and site-condition red flags prior to acquisition.

Planning & Pre-Construction

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Comprehensive studies, cost estimating, and scheduling to lay a solid construction foundation.

  • Feasibility Studies

    Assessing project viability against technical, financial, and market dynamics.

  • Design & Cost Review

    Performing continuous budget reviews during design phases to ensure alignment.

Budget & Schedule Review

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Continuous monitoring of timelines and estimates to protect client investments.

  • Schedule Optimization

    Evaluating complex schedules, long lead times, and scheduling risks.

  • Cost Controls

    Tracking budget deviations to address financial discrepancies early.

Project Controls

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Analytical precision and predictive tools to empower project transparency and progress.

  • Cost Forecasting

    Developing detailed schedules and accurate forecasts to support proactive financial decisions.

  • Performance Measurement

    Converting project data into predictive insights and actionable intelligence.

Facilities Assessments

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Comprehensive physical and operational examinations to support long-term asset management.

  • Lifecycle Analysis

    Evaluating building components to support cost-effective maintenance and renewal programs.

  • Operational Compliance

    Documenting facility deficiencies and verifying regulatory and code compliance.

Architecture & Design

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Full-service architectural and interior design provided through the division, K+P Architects.

  • Commercial Interior Architecture

    Space planning, area calculations, and tenant interior improvements.

  • Landlord & Tenant Services

    Specialized BOMA calculations, work letter coordination, and ADA compliance reviews.

Industries

Government · Education · Healthcare · Multifamily Residential · Sports & Recreation · Commercial · Mixed-Use

Projects

Reservoir Park Recreation Center

Washington, DC · Sports & Recreation

Project details

Redevelopment of the historic McMillan Site into a vibrant community space including a recreation center and park, overcoming complex legal and logistical challenges.

Marvin Gaye Recreation Center

Washington, DC · Sports & Recreation

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Modernization of a community recreation facility in Northeast DC with new facilities, sustainable features, and enhancements achieving LEED Gold certification.

Lind Point Housing and Resource Management Facility

St. John, U.S. Virgin Islands · Government · Client: National Park Service

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Construction management services for a new science and resource management center, employee housing, and park artifact storage facility.

UDC Athletic Field

Washington, DC · Education · Client: University of the District of Columbia

Project details

Upgraded an existing lacrosse and soccer field with artificial turf, LED lights, new fencing, seating, an ADA ramp, and a massive concrete cantilevered retaining wall.

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