Strategic Owner’s Representation for Complex Commercial Real Estate Projects
Great projects aren’t accidental. They’re forged with intention. We bring clarity to complexity by aligning teams, protecting project investments, reducing risk, and leading every phase from early vision through final occupancy.
FOUNDRY PROJECT SERVICES
Foundry Project Services is an owner’s representation and strategic project management firm helping organizations shape complex real estate projects into high-performing spaces. From early vision through final delivery, we align teams, protect budgets, manage risk, and keep projects moving forward.
WHY FOUNDRY?
A foundry is where raw materials are transformed into something lasting—shaped through expertise, precision, and disciplined process. That is the standard we bring to every project.We do more than manage construction. We guide projects from early vision through the realities of stakeholders, budgets, schedules, risk, and uncertainty. Through clear leadership and relentless coordination, we transform complexity into executable plans and high-performing environments.
THE FOUNDRY DELIVERY ROADMAP
A disciplined approach that brings clarity, leadership and accountability from first conversation through Day One.
IGNITE
Discovery + Alignment
A clear path forward.
SHAPE
Preconstruction Strategy
A project positioned for success.
BUILD
Construction Execution
Progress with accountability.
REFINE
Quality + Optimization
A project ready for Day One.
DELIVER
Closeout + Handover
A confident transition to operations.
EXPLORE OUR SERVICES
Owner’s Representation
One point of leadership protecting your priorities from planning through completion.
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Development + Preconstruction
Early-stage guidance that turns project goals into a clear, executable plan.
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Team Assembly + Leadership
Building the right team, defining responsibilities, and creating alignment from day one.
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Design + Consultant Coordination
Keeping design decisions, consultants, scope, and owner priorities moving together.
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Budget + Schedule Management
Establishing realistic targets, tracking performance, and identifying risks before they become problems.
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Construction Oversight
Providing owner-focused oversight through construction, decision-making, and issue resolution.
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Capital Projects + Build-Outs
Managing renovations, improvements, and tenant projects with minimal disruption to operations.
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Relocation + Project Closeout
Coordinating the transition from construction to occupancy so your space is ready for day one.
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WHAT OUR PARTNERS SAY
“Nicole and her team brought excellent project management, thoughtful problem-solving, and a true commitment to understanding our goals for a new office space. They successfully kept a complex project on track and budget while creating a workplace that inspires our staff to do their best work, both individually and together. And we had fun doing so. We are absolutely thrilled with our new space and would recommend them without hesitation.”
Barb Sporlein, Chief Operating Officer
Greater Minnesota Housing Fund
“With Onward PDS - technical competence, engagement, and agility lead the way. Modern built environment projects continue to possess inherent elements of increasing complexity and risk. Design dynamics, cost variations, schedule ambiguity, materials uncertainty, and code intricacies all combine to make on time and on budget delivery of a quality project quite difficult. Having a trusted team that understands all the pitfalls, and has solutions for each scenario, is a game changer for owners. Undertaking a project without representation is a significant liability; my first call is to Onward PDS”
Douglas Woodley, Head of Global Real Estate
Pentair
“Jodi Steele is an exceptional project manager and a trusted partner to any organization fortunate enough to work with her. Jodi consistently demonstrates a high level of organization, efficiency, and attention to detail, ensuring projects are executed seamlessly from start to finish. She successfully manages the complexity of construction within a pediatric healthcare system without disruption to patient care. Jodi is a strong advocate for clients, always prioritizing their best interests while delivering results on time and within budget. I highly recommend Jodi and the Onward team for organizations seeking a reliable and results-driven partner."
Brenda Beckwith, Vice President Clinical Services
Children's Minnesota
“Working with Leah and team was a seamless experience because they made every step of the process feel manageable. they came to every meeting well prepared, kept our team organized and focused on key decisions, and provided thoughtful recommendations throughout the project. What I appreciated most was that Leah wasn't afraid to share her perspective. She brought expertise, insight, and confidence to every discussion, which made it easy to trust the process and make informed decisions. I would gladly work with Leah again and highly recommend her and the Foundry team to anyone looking for an exceptional owner's representative and project manager."
Jon Meyer, President/ Principal
BGM
"Leah and her team brought structure and clarity to an incredibly complex process, coordinating architects, engineers, contractors, furniture vendors, technology teams, and building management while always keeping our goals, budget, and schedule at the forefront. Her ability to anticipate challenges before they became issues saved us both time and money. We would confidently recommend Leah to any organization looking for an experienced, trusted Owner's Representative who leads projects with professionalism, integrity, and exceptional attention to detail."
Rhonda Cox, VP of People and Culture
Saint Paul Minnesota Foundation
“Foundry was an invaluable partner in bringing our new space to life. They kept the project on schedule and under budget while never losing sight of the bigger picture—creating a workplace that could support our organization today and grow with us into the future. They understood that our space needed to do more than function well; it needed to strengthen how our team works together internally and how we engage with external partners across the region. Their thoughtful guidance, proactive leadership, and focus on our long-term goals resulted in a space that truly supports our mission and the partnerships that drive our work.”
Catherine Penkert, Former VP of Operations
GreaterMSP
READY TO SHAPE YOUR NEXT PROJECT?
Tell us where you’re headed. We’ll help create the plan, assemble the right team, and move it forward.