Design-Build

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Abstract

Design-Build is a project delivery system, mainly used in the construction industry. The method utilizes single source responsibility which differs from the more traditional dual or triple source responsibility format used in Design-Bid-Build. The responsibility is defined by contracts, where the contract in the Design-Build project binds the architect and the contractor under one contract with the project owner. One of the key reasons for doing so is to create a shared responsibility between the architect and the contractor, and thereby involve the architect in the construction phase, and the contractor in the design phase.

Design-Build projects can be further divided into two types; Architect-led Design-Build projects and Contractor-led Design-Build projects. In these cases the Design-Build entity is led either by the architect or the contractor, which affect the management structure and responsibilities in several ways with different pros and cons.

A project delivery system such as Design-Build is essential to project management in construction projects, and especially ties into project procurement management, where a clear definition of the project delivery method is needed. The defining of a project delivery method is a critical deliverable of the procurement strategy as it is defined in the PMI standards for project management. The procurement strategy should define a project delivery method, the contract payment types, and the procurement phases.

Design-Build as delivery method in construction projects enables the initiation of early on site construction, because the method facilitates overlap in the design and construction phases. Furthermore, the owner is able to minimise risks by assigning one contract to the Design-Build entity, however the owner must be willing to hand over some of the control and responsibility for design details. Technically complex projects can also benefit by integrating the contractor's expertise in the early design and development phases.

https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Design_and_build_procurement_route

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Choosing the right project delivery method

Before choosing a project delivery method is is important that the owner of the project is aware of the different methods that are available, and thoroughly understand for which project types each method is the most applicable, as well as pros and cons for each method. Some of the most commonly used methods used in construction projects are listed below, but not extensively elaborated upon in this article.

The project owner should consider the list below, formulated by the Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA) before being able to choose which project delivery method is the most suitable. https://dbia.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/Primers-Choosing-Delivery-Method.pdf

Owner Control:

• Desire to control design details.
• Desire to control project outcome.
• Desire to have control of all prime contractors.
• Desire to empower more innovative project solutions.
• Desire for design excellence.

Owner Relationships:

• Desire to have direct relationship with designer.
• Willingness to establish a more professional relationship with contractor.
• Desire to avoid adversarial relationships.
• Ability to enhance project coordination.
• Ability to reduce project claims.
• Desire to integrate the “voice” of the contractor in the planning process.

Project Budget:

• Adversity to change orders.
• Need to establish budget at earliest possibility.
• Best value for funds invested.

Project Schedule:

• Timing to establish definitive project scope.
• Timing to establish definitive construction cost.
• Ability to fast track a project.
• Total project duration.
• Desire to avoid delays due to disputes or claims.

Owner Risk:

• Adversity to change orders.
• Owner’s ability to make timely key decisions.
• Ability to reduce gaps between services.
• Liability for the success or failure of the design.

Why choose Design-Build

https://www.pmi.org/learning/library/selecting-best-project-delivery-system-8910

Pros:

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• Efficiency: Text
• Collaboration: Text
• Project costs: Text
• Fewer disputes: Text
• Direct payment: Text

Cons:

• Conflicts of interest: Text
• Less innovative design: Text
• Requires more engagement from the owner: Text
• No bidding restricts access for subs: Text
• Increased liability: Text

Management Structures

https://www.levelset.com/blog/design-build/

Contract

https://www.consensusdocs.org/contract_category/designbuild/

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