Campus expansion, capital improvements, or deferred maintenance—regardless of the project type, institutions require construction partners who understand the broader mission. At Codaray, our Construction Manager as Advisor (CMa) service offers the strategic insight and construction leadership needed to deliver complex projects—on time, within budget, and with institutional values in mind.
In the CMa role, we operate independently from the general contractor and design team. Our only obligation is to our client: your institution. We provide transparent, proactive management that supports informed decision-making, ensures regulatory compliance, and protects public trust.
What is Construction Manager as Advisor?
In the CMa model, Codaray serves as your independent advocate throughout design and construction—offering expert guidance on budgeting, scheduling, and constructability without holding trade contracts. We stay vendor-neutral, helping you make informed decisions, avoid risks, and keep your team aligned. With full transparency and collaborative oversight, this approach gives owners more control and confidence from start to finish.
How Codaray Adds Value
in Leadership:
Institutional Advocacy
We serve exclusively on behalf of your institution—not the contractor, not the architect. Our role is to protect your vision, your budget, and your standards, while helping you make informed decisions at every step.
Design-Phase Support
Early involvement allows us to perform constructability reviews, cost modeling, value analysis, and procurement strategies tailored to institutional goals—ensuring projects launch with clarity and control.
Stakeholder Alignment
From facilities managers and campus planners to faculty and board members, we help bridge communication gaps and foster consensus—so that decisions reflect both short-term requirements and long-term campus plans.
Stewardship of Public and Donor Funding
When every dollar is accounted for—whether from public bonds, capital campaigns, or grants—transparency and accountability are non-negotiable. We implement rigorous cost tracking and reporting systems to maintain stakeholder trust and fiscal integrity.
Academic Calendar-Aware Planning
We understand the criticality of working around semester schedules, enrollment cycles, and campus operations. Our planning and coordination efforts prioritize minimal disruption and precise schedule management.
SCOPE OF SERVICES
Pre-Design & Planning
Design Phase Advisory
Construction Phase Oversight
IDEAL FOR:
Institutions with lean facilities teams seeking outside construction expertise and bandwidth.
Institutions with complex funding sources or governance structures
Public agencies and municipalities requiring transparency and audit-ready documentation
Corporate clients managing capital improvements across real estate portfolios
Renovations and deferred maintenance programs that require careful phasing and schedule sensitivity.
WHY CODARAY
Our team brings decades of commercial construction experience to the CMa role. We know how projects break down—and how to keep them on track. Our goal is simple: to help owners make confident decisions, avoid costly missteps, and deliver buildings that meet every expectation.