Design-build continues to gain traction across the industry, and many teams are seeking a clearer understanding of how it works in practice. Autodesk’s Digital Builder podcast turned its latest episode entirely toward that question and called on DBIA’s own Brian Skripac, Director of Virtual Design & Construction, to help answer it.
Skripac joined host Eric Thomas for Episode 125, “What Makes Design-Build Different? A Deep Dive with DBIA,” offering a candid look at how collaborative delivery works, why the model continues to expand across markets and how technology is transforming the way teams plan, design and build.
What the Episode Covers
In the conversation, Skripac walks through:
- The real differences between design-build, CMAR and design-bid-build
- The most persistent misconceptions about design-build and what the data actually shows
- How shared models and cloud-based workflows eliminate silos
- Why early collaboration, trust and aligned expectations lead to smoother delivery
- Practical guidance for teams considering design-build for the first time
He also highlights a key shift in mindset. Design-build isn’t just a contract; it’s a strategy rooted in collaboration, transparency and continuous coordination from day one.
Skripac closes with an open invitation: get educated and get engaged. DBIA offers training, resources and a national network of peers who are already delivering collaborative projects successfully. For teams exploring design-build or looking to refine their approach, those insights make all the difference.
Listen on Spotify or Apple Podcasts or watch the full episode of Autodesk’s Digital Builder podcast featuring Brian Skripac.
