Over the last decade, construction projects have increasingly become design build construction projects. A lot of local and state governments did not want to adopt the new construction contract delivery methods until they added coverage in 2000 for the procurement of infrastructure. What are some of the reasons that this form of construction has grown popular? Let’s take a look:

Reason #1: Greater Expertise from Design Build firms

With a design-build firm, you have commercial contractor experts in both of the fields. For example, you will have licensed architects who have a form architectural training. In addition, they will have a certain level of experience in the construction industry, so they will understand the pricing levels, and they will know how buildings go together. That is going to mean better all-around efficiency. You have a tremendous advantage when you have architects with the ability to switch their thinking over to being a builder or likewise. When it comes to the design-build function, it is something construction companies have to commit their entire business model to, not just when it is most convenient.

Reason #2: Building Engineering into the Design

What sets the course for a successful job? The pre-construction phase. It sets the course for the rest of the job, and when done correctly, it increases the chances of a successful build. With design-builders, they take the time to learn about your business so that they can match the construction to your vision and dreams.

Reason #3: Complete Accountability

Because everyone is on the same team, it makes it harder for finger-pointing when something goes wrong. Few people want to take responsibility for their mistakes, and with everyone working on the same team, you can spot when and where errors took place. A single entity takes accountability for everything, including:

• Cost issues
• Project Completion Time
• What the End Result Looks Like

Reason #4: Continuity

When you have a design-build firm, they will work on your project from start to finish. That increases the level of efficiency that takes place, and it makes it much harder for small details to slip through the cracks. Also, everything has a better focus, which means that the job gets accomplished much faster.

Reason #5: Greater Client Involvement

This style of construction operates with the assumption that the client wants to participate in the process of the construction. With them taking an active role in the process, it guarantees oversight, and ensures that certain goals will be met.

Reason #6: Guided to the Best Outcome

Everyone has heard stories how a construction or design project can get out of hand fast. However, it does not have to be this way. With clients guiding the way to the best outcome, it refines the system and manages the chaos in a more visible manner.

Reason #7: Complete Projects Faster

With design and construction, you have to manage hundreds of different timelines, and that can become very tedious to coordinate. Using design-build, it creates an opportunity for clients to sit in and help with the bigger decisions. That is a big part of why it has become popular.

Reason #8: Savings on the Overall Project

When people use the design-build model, they save around 10 percent on their projects. Why does it save so much? The reason boils down to how it lowers the amount of costly errors made on the project because of improved communication.

Reason #9: Improved Collaboration

People in the design-build model do not have to deal with big egos as much, which is so common in the design industry. Instead, the client retains a lot of control over the project, and the team sits behind and empowers them.

Reason #10: Open and Honest Communication

Design-build construction fosters open and honest communication that keeps the client tuned into everything going on. When they understand the process, the best partnerships between the commercial contractor and the client happen. Everyone wants to hear what is being said. In addition, they look for clear communication related to the budget early so that the rest of the project stays within its limits. This will become the agreement for the rest of the project.

Regardless of the construction project you are considering, your satisfaction is our top priority! We’d love to talk with you about it, and ensure you are fully informed before committing to working with a design firm. Why not contact us today!