New Podcast Episode: The Human Side of Progressive Design-Build with Geoff Neumayr

August 2024

In a new episode of the Design-Build Delivers Podcast, we revisit Progressive Design-Build (PDB) with industry leader Geoff Neumayr, SE, DBIA, who recently retired as Chief Development Officer at San Francisco International Airport. Geoff shares his insights on how PDB –– and design-build broadly –– is driving meaningful change across the industry.

From the early days of PDB at SFO to its current role in modernizing infrastructure, Geoff dives deep into the human side of construction, emphasizing the importance of psychological safety, social engagement and purpose-driven projects. He also addresses common misconceptions about PDB, highlighting its strengths and challenges, and he takes a crack at predicting the future of design-build.

This episode goes beyond the technicalities of PDB, exploring how it impacts communities and the people who live and work in them. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or new to the concept, this conversation offers valuable perspectives on why PDB continues to be a hot topic in the industry.

Guests:

Geoff Neumayr, SE, DBIA
Chief Development Officer (retired), San Francisco International Airport

Chapters:

0:09 The Big Deal with Progressive Design-Build

5:21 The Evolution of an Industry

9:46 People at the Heart of PDB

12:01 Building with Purpose

17:18 The Case for Psychological Safety

22:28 Why Progressive Design-Build Works

25:33 Facing the Critics

31:23 Contracting for Success

33:10 The Future of Infrastructure with PDB

37:14 Keep the Momentum Going

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