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When Systems Fail: Design-Build’s Role in Infrastructure Recovery

Part 3 of Design-Build in Times of Crisis tackles infrastructure issues, looking at design-build after a disaster and before one even occurs.

  • Awards
  • Industry

DBIA Releases New Project Leader Primer Defining VDC Leadership in Design-Build

DBIA has released the VDC Project Leader’s Role & Responsibilities on Design-Build Projects Prime, defining a dedicated leadership role for VDC within design-build teams.

  • Resources
  • VDC

Delivering Under Pressure: Design-Build’s Role in Today’s Crisis Response

Part 2 of our series on design-build in times of crisis shows how design-build delivers rapid recovery and lasting resilience for communities.

  • Industry

Bridging the Gap: How Technology is Driving Value in Design-Build Projects

Kishan Patel of HCSS talks about technology as a powerful force in overcoming traditional industry barriers.

  • VDC

Leadership in Every Corner: DBIA’s 2025 Distinguished Leadership Award Honorees

DBIA is proud to present Jennifer Macks, PE, LEED AP, DBIA; Britt Sanford; David Shadpour, PE, CPD, LEED AP, DBIA; and Janice Zahn, PE, CCM, with the 2025 Distinguished Leadership Awards.

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  • Conferences

DBIA in the News: July 1 – Sept. 29, 2025

Take a look at some of the important work DBIA has done in the last three months. From conversations in Congress to appearing on a podcast, DBIA team members and affiliates have been making headlines. 

  • Media

The Design-Build Delivers Podcast: Why Human-Centered Design Is More Complex Than It Looks

Deb Sheehan and Susan O’Connell explain why human-centered design is not as simple as asking for a chicken and getting one.

  • Podcast