Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA)

#DBIA National Board Member Laura Stagner, FAIA, PMP, DBIA, has been inducted into this year’s class of National Academy of Construction members. NAC says she was elected for her “distinguished executive career and [for being] one of the most experienced women in public/government design and construction who has driven numerous contributions to the industry.” https://lnkd.in/dnhyX8RV

The University of Arizona’s student team, Cardinal Design-Build, won the 2024 Student #DesignBuild Competition at #DBIA’s Design-Build Conference & Expo! This all-women team brought together expertise in civil and architectural engineering to craft a winning proposal for a major airline expansion. The University of Colorado Boulder’s Rocky Mountain Design-Build team came in second and the NewSchool of Architecture & Design’s Altitude Design Development team placed third. The University of Arizona’s team included team captain Reuel Florendo, Macie Balkan, Kenadee Brooke Carruthers, Lauren Johnson and Lily Trenkamp with Faculty Advisor Dean Papajohn. https://lnkd.in/e9MYshjb

Come listen to DBIA's Executive Director/CEO, Lisa Washington, CAE, speak at the "Design-Build Delivery: Water Industry Perspective" webinar with the Association of Metropolitan Water Agencies (AMWA) and STRUCTURAL TECHNOLOGIES. #Water #DBIA

DBIA has inducted 6 new Fellows - industry leaders who have made remarkable contributions to advancing design-build best practices and elevating the entire profession. Meet the impressive 2024 DBIA College of Fellows class, Baabak Ashuri, Ph.D., FDBIA, Andrew James Carlson, AIA, FDBIA, Michael Courtney, CCM, FDBIA, Benjamin Dzioba, PE, PMP, FDBIA, Rebekah Gladson, FAIA, AUA, FDBIA and Daniel Rawlins, RA, FDBIA. https://lnkd.in/e7tMh4t8

Please join us in congratulating Hayley Blaser, Jake Carroll, Nyika Roberson-Ramos, Kit Scott, Ryu Suzuki, Ibrahim Alousi, Gregg Soares and Stephen Cooper on becoming newly DBIA Certified and Bethel Abate on becoming Associate DBIA Certified. Becoming DBIA Certified is an incredible accomplishment! Individuals holding a Designated Design-Build Professional? certification have demonstrated mastery of best practices in #designbuild project delivery. They have met certain requirements, including prescribed coursework, applicable work experience, and successful completion of the comprehensive DBIA Certification Exam. Hayley Blaser, PE, DBIA, PMP, is a Consultant at Matrix Design Group, Inc. Jake Carroll, DBIA, is Project Manager / Estimator at Dunn Building Company LLC. Nyika Roberson-Ramos, PE, PMP, CCM, LEED AP BD+C, ENV SP, DEQ DCA, DBIA, is Project Manager at DC Water. Kit Scott, PE, DBIA, is Lowcountry Corridor Project Director at South Carolina Department of Transportation. Ryu Suzuki, PE, DBIA, is Director of Engineering at DC Water. Ibrahim Alousi, DBIA, is Project Manager at Chiaramonte Construction Company. Gregg Soares, PMP, DBIA, is Project Manager at Bernardo Wills. @Stephen Cooper, DBIA, is Director of Operations at McCrory Construction, LLC. Bethel Abate, PE, PMP, Assoc. DBIA, is Acting Supervisor/Program Manager at DC Water.

DDC is proud to receive the INSPIRED Owner Award at Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA)'s National Convention. This award celebrates organizations new to design-build that have made the critical mental shift and cultural commitment necessary for success in this collaborative approach. DDC was selected for our leadership in adopting design-build methods, a reflection of our dedication to modernizing project delivery and our commitment to innovation across city initiatives. ? This achievement underscores the hard work and commitment of our DDC team as we continue to prioritize collaboration, efficiency, and cutting-edge design solutions. We are honored to have our efforts acknowledged by DBIA and look forward to building on this momentum. Read more: https://on.nyc.gov/40G4a6c Photo credit: Robb McCormick Photography

DBIA recognized nearly 50 project and team awards at the 2024 Design-Build Conference & Expo Awards Ceremony and Dinner Nov. 7 in Dallas, Texas. In addition to Merit Award winners, DBIA revealed Excellence Award recipients, Best-In honors and the coveted Project of the Year. Check out the full list of awards: https://lnkd.in/eGq3_S5d Photo credits: Robb McCormick Photography

April Rinne, futurist and author of “Flux: 8 Superpowers for Thriving in Constant Change,” guided #DBIACon attendees through eight powerful strategies to thrive — not just survive — in the face of constant change. As the AEC industry evolves, embracing uncertainty is critical to staying ahead. Named one of Forbes’s “50 Leading Female Futurists,” Rinne’s insights have guided top companies and governments around the globe.

CEO of FMI Corporation, Chris Daum, delivered an eagerly anticipated economic forecast for the construction industry. With market analysis and strategic insights, Daum explored emerging trends, potential disruptions and economic factors that influence design-build. This #DBIACon General Session provided attendees with an understanding of how to navigate economic challenges and position their organizations for growth.

This was so fun! I’ve never laughed so much in a convention session. #DBIAcon