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In just 22 months, New York City delivered its first design-build project — during a global pandemic — and the impact is already being felt nationwide. In this episode of the Design-Build Delivers Podcast, we talk about the Queens Borough Hall Garage and Community Center, a state-of-the-art project that's now up for major awards, including DBIA Project/Team Awards. We also explore how NYC’s design-build successes are influencing other states and local governments.

Join host Erin Looney, along with Tom Foley and David Varoli from New York City’s Department of Design and Construction, and Richard Thomas from DBIA, as they break down the challenges and triumphs of NYC’s design-build journey — and what it means for the future of project delivery across the U.S.

And don’t miss the Bonus Content Episode, coming in a few weeks, with even more insights from this conversation.

Guests:

Tom Foley, PE, CCM, DBIA
Commissioner, NYC Department of Design and Construction/National Board Member of DBIA

David Varoli, Esq., DBIA
Deputy Commissioner for Legal Affairs and General Counsel, New York City Department of Design and Construction

Richard Thomas
Director of State/Local Legislative Affairs, DBIA

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DBIA has just released the long-awaited update to our primer, “The Role of the Owner Advisor in Design-Build." Paired with the new companion Owner Readiness Assessment, the primer is tailored to help Owners who have already chosen to use design-build select the right Owner Advisor to lead them through the process. 

In this Bonus Content Episode, Molly Jones, AIA, LEED AP, GGP, GPCP, DBIA, and Grace Lin, AIA, CSI-CDT, DBIA, add color to the conversation with examples of projects where an Owner Advisor was key to success and some lessons learned to make sure they are all successes.

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In the latest episode of Design-Build Delivers, we explore the powerful role technology plays in bringing teams together on design-build projects. We were joined by Neetha Puthran and Aaron Wagner from U.S. CAD, an ARKANCE Company, along with Brian Skripac from DBIA, to discuss how common data environments (CDEs) and tools like Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC) are transforming collaboration.

From overcoming long-standing barriers in communication to sharing real-world examples of technology streamlining project processes, this episode highlights practical ways teams can improve efficiency, reduce requests for information (RFIs) and ultimately deliver better results. The conversation also explores future trends in project management, including the growing influence of AI and machine learning.

Guests:

Neetha Puthran
Business Unit Director, Architecture and Engineering; U.S. CAD, An ARKANCE Company

Brian Skripac
Director of VDC, DBIA

Aaron Wagner
Senior Director, ACC; U.S. CAD, an ARKANCE company

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In this episode of the Design-Build Delivers Podcast, we revisit Progressive Design-Build (PDB) with industry leader Geoff Neumayr, 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.

Guest:

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

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In the June episode of the Design-Build Delivers Podcast, we spoke with René Divelbiss, the first graduate of the DBIA Collaborative Delivery Leadership Academy. Now, in this latest Bonus Content episode, we chat with Mike Werner, managing principal at STOA Architects and another member of the inaugural DBIA Collaborative Delivery Leadership Academy class. Mike shares how the academy is transforming his approach to design-build leadership. Whether you're new to the field or a seasoned pro, discover how this program can elevate your career.

Guest:
Mike Werner
Managing Principal, STOA Architects

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Discover the keys to successfully engaging an Owner Advisor in design-build projects with the latest episode of the Design-Build Delivers Podcast, and get ready for the upcoming release of the updated DBIA Owner Advisor Primer. In this episode, we explore the updates and feature insights from two of the top industry experts. Learn how Owner Advisors can significantly impact project outcomes by guiding procurement processes, supporting strategic decision-making and supporting a collaborative project environment. 

Guests:

Molly Jones, AIA, LEED AP, GGP, GPCP, DBIA
President, CEO, Jones Design Studio 

Grace Lin, AIA, CSI-CDT, DBIA
Senior Consultant, Turner & Townsend

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In a recent Design-Build Delivers Podcast episode, we introduced Rene Divelbiss, the first graduate of DBIA’s Collaborative Delivery Leadership Academy. Starting out in the field, Rene advanced to project manager for a general contractor specializing in design-build projects.

Rene joined the Academy to enhance her leadership skills and better support her project team. In the episode, Rene shares valuable insights from the six-course curriculum and encourages other design-builders to hop on board with her. She talks about the diversity of roles in the room with her, the path to an impact statement and the ways in which the Academy increased her self-awareness and adaptability, making her better prepared to be an integral part of her design-build team.

To hear more about Rene’s experiences, tune in to the Design-Build Delivers Podcast and visit the education page on our newly designed dbia.org.

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In this bonus episode of the Design-Build Delivers Podcast, we revisit key insights from the May episode, “From Sci-Fi to Site Plans: How Augmented Reality is Changing Design-Build,” featuring Argyle CEO Maret Thatcher and DBIA’s Director of Virtual Design and Construction Brian Skripac. We present Maret and Brian with a short roleplay scenario where they pitch the benefits of AR to a skeptical Owner building a stadium. Do they convince the Owner? 

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Once considered cutting-edge, technologies like artificial intelligence, machine learning, virtual reality, augmented reality, and natural language processing are now ubiquitous. Today, anyone can ask a natural language processing platform for recipe ideas, visualize new furniture in their home with an app, use AI to craft a social media post, or prank friends with image generators – for better or worse.

The architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) space is no exception. The availability and usability of machine learning, AI, and various forms of digital reality have skyrocketed, making technology not just an option but an expectation.

This month’s episode of the Design-Build Delivers Podcast, sponsored by USCAD, delves into the use of augmented reality on job sites with Argyle CEO Maret Thatcher and DBIA’s Director of VDC Brian Skripac. Listen to "From Sci-Fi to Site Plans: How AR is Changing Design-Build" to discover how AR solutions like Argyle can help design-build teams meet the standards of Design-Build Done Right®, understand the impact of increased technology use on job sites and explore what’s next for technology in the AEC industry — and maybe a sci-fi pop culture reference or three.

Guests:

Maret Thatcher
CEO, Argyle

Brian Skripac
Director of Virtual Design and Construction, DBIA

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In April, we spoke with LaDrena Dansby, Anna Pridmore and Barbara Wagner at length about women in construction. What was intended to be a 30-minute chat turned into a deep and nuanced discussion that covered so much ground we had to break it into four parts. 

In “Navigating Authenticity: Overcoming Assimilation in Male-Dominated Spaces,” the conversation revolves around the age-old notion of needing to "be one of the guys" to succeed in male-dominated spaces.

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In April, we spoke with LaDrena Dansby, Anna Pridmore and Barbara Wagner at length about women in construction. What was intended to be a 30-minute chat turned into a deep and nuanced discussion that covered so much ground we had to break it into four parts. 

From the cutting room floor of "Blueprints to Inclusion: Championing Women in Design-Build and Beyond," this bonus episode focuses on work-life integration and modern views of what a full life looks like. 

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