Submissions Open for 2026 DBIA Project/Team Awards

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The Design-Build Institute of America has opened submissions for its 2026 Design-Build Project/Team Awards, recognizing the best Design-Build projects and teams across the country. The DBIA Project/Team Awards honor Design-Build teams operating at the highest level of the profession. Winning projects demonstrate exceptional collaboration, disciplined leadership and delivery practices that reflect Design-Build Done Right. The awards span multiple market sectors and include both Merit and Excellence awards, along with special recognitions highlighting exceptional achievement in areas such as innovation, owner leadership and advanced project practices. The program’s highest honors include the Chair’s Award and Project of the Year. Submissions are due … Read more

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DBIA Announces 2026 Board Leadership to Optimize Design-Build Done Right Nationwide

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The Design-Build Institute of America announced its 2026 National Board of Directors leadership and new board members, a slate that reflects the full breadth of today’s Design-Build industry, including Owners, designers, builders, legal experts and federal leaders. DBIA’s 2026 National Board Executive Committee will provide leadership and oversight for the organization’s strategic priorities: Chair: Virginia McAllister, RA, LEED, NCARB, NCIDQ, DBIA; CEO, Iron Horse Architects (Denver, Colo.) Vice chair: Shannon Gustine, LEED AP BD+C, DBIA; Regional Vice President, Hensel Phelps (Denver, Colo.) Treasurer: Dave Triplett, DBIA; Chief Contracting Officer, Federal Bureau of Investigation (Clarksburg, W.Va.) DBIA also welcomes the following … Read more

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DBIA Announces Region Relations Leadership Team to Support Design-Build Growth Nationwide

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The Design-Build Institute of America has announced the formation of its Region Relations department, naming Richard J. Formella, PMP, CPPO, FAC-C III (Retired), FDBIA, as Senior Vice President and Carissa Linnane, CAE, and Gloria Moore as Field Directors for the East and West regions, respectively. The appointments support DBIA’s recently announced strategic regional realignment, designed to support the dramatic growth of Design-Build, reinforce member engagement and advance Design-Build Done Right nationwide. The Region Relations department will serve as the primary liaison between DBIA National and its regions, supporting volunteer leaders, aligning regional operations with national strategy and ensuring consistent delivery of programs and … Read more

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New Format Announced for DBIA Collaborative Delivery Leadership Academy

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The Design-Build Institute of America has introduced a new format for its Collaborative Delivery Leadership Academy, providing greater flexibility for AEC professionals looking to build critical leadership skills tailored to collaborative project delivery. Courses can now be completed through one of three streamlined options: Leadership mastery bootcamp: Complete all six courses in person over five consecutive days. Accelerated leadership bootcamp: Take three courses in person over three days, then complete the remaining three virtually. A la carte: Register for individual virtual or in-person courses based on personal or professional development needs. The academy includes six focused courses — Leadership, communication, … Read more

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DBIA’s 2025 Student Competition Showcases Progressive Design-Build in Airport Expansion Challenge

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The Design-Build Institute of America has officially opened registration for the 2025 National Design-Build Student Competition, offering students nationwide the opportunity to showcase their Design-Build expertise in a fast-paced, real-world challenge. This annual competition prepares future industry leaders by providing hands-on experience with Design-Build best practices. Teams of university students will compete in two phases, beginning with a Request for Qualifications process judged at the regional level. Regional winners will then advance to Phase Two, where they will respond to a Request for Proposals and the top three judged teams will present their final submissions in front of a national … Read more

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