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Under the design/build approach, a team consisting of a general contractor, architect, and engineer is assembled to provide an owner with a one-source point of contact in order to design and build their proposed construction project. This methodology promotes logistical economies, process efficiency and enhanced accountability.
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Proven and Simple
 Design/build is significantly different from other project delivery systems, as the client relationship begins before the creation of design documents.
By consolidating design and construction within one firm, accountability is more firmly established; combined with a more rapid pace of each activity, the result is savings for the owner. A design/build contract consists of two parts.
- Preliminary design, budgets, schedules, and a review of the design-builder's proposal
- Final design and construction
Case Study: Why Design Build?
In recent meetings with a business owner who was considering
expansion, he acknowledged a lack of familiarity with the new
construction process, and shared his concerns regarding overall
feasibility and the risk of up-front investment. He also had
serious worries about time... Read more
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