DBIA has engaged FMI Corporation to assess the owner advisor role in Design-Build and help owners better identify the skills needed for successful project delivery. As Design-Build continues to expand, particularly with the increased use of Progressive Design-Build, owners are taking on more complex responsibilities throughout project acquisition and delivery. Industry feedback has consistently highlighted variability in how the OA role is defined and executed. In many cases, no single advisor is responsible for guiding owners through the full Design-Build process, leaving gaps in coordination, decision making and overall project alignment. Without clear expectations and competencies, owners are left to … Read more

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

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