CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT | OWNER REPRESENTATION | CONSTRUCTION CONSULTING

JIM SNYDER

• President, Sole Proprietor of Barca, LLC

• Kailua, Hawaii based

• 30+ years of construction experience

• 19+ years of experience representing owners

An Oahu, Hawaii based construction industry expert with lifelong experience and an unparalleled passion for building. Jim's extensive success in delivering multiple, simultaneous projects on time, under budget, and with limited resources translates into tremendous value on any construction project. A unique combination of sound planning, management, knowledge of prime cost drivers and deep personal experience that all result in getting things done. A natural project leader with strong negotiating skills combine to motivate project participants, and drive consultants and contractors to perform efficiently and effectively.

my mission

At Barca, my mission is to deliver construction management services that extend the life and increase the performance of every project, ensuring durability, efficiency, and long-term value for owners. I am committed to proactive planning, precision execution, and strategic oversight, prioritizing materials and methods that minimize maintenance demands and future expenses. Acting as a trusted owner’s representative, I advocate for sustainable practices and high-quality standards that uphold the integrity of each structure. My approach centers on understanding the client’s goals, detailed assessment of project participants and available resources, thoughtful project strategies, and a relentless focus on optimizing resources to build resilient, lasting environments that serve their purpose well into the future.

Keys to a successful project

  • Communication

    Communicate, communicate, communicate! There is no such thing as too much communication when it is respectful, thoughtful and organized.

  • Realistic Expectations

    Each construction project involves thousands of people, pieces of material, logistics, shipping, manufacturers, distributors, suppliers, contractors and designers all of which need to be carefully coordinated in a timely, organized fashion. Challenges will arise.

  • Tone

    Set the desired tone of the project and the project team on day one. The most successful projects start with a positive attitude, frank and open lines of communication and a team approach towards all of the project challenges.

  • Understand market

    Understand how the current construction market in your local area affects your project.

  • Project goals

    Cost, schedule and quality are all related, so find the priority and balance of these on your project that will meet your expectations. Of the three, pick two that are of the highest priority on your project as it is challenging to succeed with all three. Lower costs often means lower quality material or expertise by project participants. Quality work takes time and money. An expedited schedule requires costly overtime and can lead to mistakes that affect quality and/or schedule.

  • Timely Responses

    Timely response to issues, needs and questions not only contributes to quickly putting the issue in your rearview mirror, but also sets the tone for your project.

  • Create contingencies

    Plan for unforeseen conditions and problems by proactively creating budget, contractual and plan contingencies that can be put into immediate action.

  • Over perform

    Under promise and over perform.

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