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New Podcast Episode – Advocating for Design-Build — Without Squeezing the Life Out of It
Design-build is on the rise, but keeping up with legislative changes is no small task. In this episode, we explore the latest policy updates, new bills shaping the industry and the challenges design-build faces across the country. -
Nominations Open for DBIA National Board of Directors
We are currently seeking nominations of DBIA members in good standing for our 2026 National Board of Directors who support DBIA’s mission and goals and are committed to advancing design-build project delivery across sectors and markets. Deadline: May 5
102%
faster than traditional
design-bid-build (DBB)
3.8%
less cost growth than traditional
design-bid-build (DBB)
61%
faster than construction manager at risk (CMR)
$1.2 trillion
in design-build total combined spending 2018-2021
COLLABORATIVE DELIVERY LEADERSHIP ACADEMY
Elevating Leaders — Optimizing Outcomes. DBIA’s Academy is tailored to equip AEC professionals with the leadership skills needed for integrated project delivery. With six modules focusing on the Design-Build Done Right® Leadership model, the Academy prepares individuals from any position or discipline for effective leadership in design-build projects. 2025 schedule available now with new Bootcamp formats.
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The 2025 DBIA Design-Build Project/Team Awards is open!
This year’s application process is more streamlined than ever, with optional questions for specialty awards so you can focus on what matters most. These DBIA awards honor the best in design-build, regardless of project size, sector or experience level.
📅 Deadline: May 30
Ready to showcase your project? Review the FAQs & Submission Guidelines and apply today! Link in bio.
2 days ago
We’re on the list! And by list, we mean Construction Dive’s Top Construction-Related Podcast list. If you haven’t had a chance to listen to our Stevie award-winning Design-Build Delivers Podcast, today’s a great day to start with our latest Bonus Content Episode on what the recent federal policy changes could mean for #designbuild and the #AECindustry. #DesignBuildDelivers #construction #constructionpodcast #podcasts
3 days ago
Check out Construction Today’s interview with #DBIA ED/CEO Lisa Washington. She discusses how strategic collaboration is reshaping the future of #construction projects and the power of Design-Build Done Right®. Link in bio.
6 days ago
In a new #oped for Construction Dive, #DBIA ED/CEO Lisa Washington, CAE, gets real on what design-build is and what it isn’t. She tackles risk allocation, procurement myths and more –– and brings the receipts.
Spoiler: #Designbuild doesn’t sideline Owners. It brings them to the table from the start and keeps them there.
Read why the fastest-growing project delivery method is also the smartest at the link in our bio.
7 days ago
🏗️ Design-Build Innovation Takes Center Stage!
Nearly 2,700 design-build professionals gathered at #DBIA's 2025 #Transportation/#Aviation and #Water/#Wastewater Conferences to reshape infrastructure's future. From# AI insights to groundbreaking project strategies, this event was a masterclass in collaboration and cutting-edge technology.
Check out all the photos from the week through the link in our bio.
7 days ago
🏆 Calling all #designbuild and #AEC students! Registration is NOW OPEN for the 2025 National Design-Build Student Competition! 🏗️
Showcase your skills, compete at the national level and potentially win big at #DBIA's Design-Build Conference & Expo in Las Vegas.
Highlights:
– Two-phase competition
– National recognition
– Career-building opportunity
Are you ready to prove your design-build expertise? Registration closes Aug. 27, 2025.
1 week ago
🎤🔥 The spotlight was on Owners of Choice at #DBIAWater today!
In a fun twist on the classic Match Game, our expert panel tackled the evolving expectations for Owners and what it takes to attract top-tier teams. Linnell Stanhope, PE (Crowder), David Kinchen, DBIA (Burns & McDonnell), Rebecca Wulff Tejada (Parker Water & Sanitation), Shannon Spence, PE (Prince William Water), Thomas A. Visosky, PE (CDM Smith) and David Cameron (City of Republic) shared key insights on collaboration, alignment, and building stronger partnerships.
A huge thank you to Kokosing for sponsoring this engaging session! 🙌👏
2 weeks ago
📈 The #AEC industry is evolving fast, so #DBIA was excited to welcome Chris Daum, Emily Beardall and Keith Molenaar for our #DBIATranspo and #DBIAwater joint session to walk us through. They shed light on the forces shaping its future, from economic outlooks to #designbuild growth trends and risk management in #progressivedesignbuild. #pdb
A huge thank you to Core & Main for sponsoring this event! 🙌
2 weeks ago
🚀 Just wrapped up our #DBIAWater Opening Keynote session with Andy Busch, economic futurist and former Chief Market Intelligence Officer at the CFTC! 💡📈
With an eye to the future of #AEC and #designbuild, Andy shared sharp insights on market volatility, the challenges of predicting the future and how AI is reshaping our economy and our workforce.
2 weeks ago
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