Industry Guide
Design-Build Delivery: One Contract for Design and Construction, and What That Changes
Design-build consolidates design and construction under a single contract — the design-builder is responsible for both. The model differs fundamentally from design-bid-build where owner contracts separately with designer and contractor. Design-build shifts risk, changes coordination, compresses schedule, and alters how owners engage the project team. Understanding what design-build actually means helps owners choose delivery methods and contractors decide whether to pursue design-build work.
Marcus Reyes6 min read