In 2018, the New York State Legislature passed a bill authorizing the New York City Department of Design and Construction (DDC) to use design-build for the first time to construct the Borough-Based Jails program (BBJ). The authorization became a key
During construction of the new World Trade Center (WTC) in 2012, Hurricane Sandy inundated the worksite with 200M gallons of brackish water. The water was rapidly removed, but the salt remained embedded, causing damage across the iconic structure’s first decade of service life. The
NEW DATE ANNOUNCED: March 23, 2026 Join the DBIA NYC Metro Region and CMAA NYC for a dynamic panel discussion on Alternative Delivery Method selection. Gain exclusive insights and strategies from a diverse group of industry-leading Owner-Clients and Owner-Representatives. We
The Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) Planning course is the first in a two-part series designed to establish a business case for VDC implementation on Design-Build projects and guide teams in developing a plan to meet the Owner’s goals and
Building Information Modeling (BIM) is a tool or the model-based technologies that produce a building information model that enables a highly collaborative Virtual Design & Construction (VDC) process throughout a project’s lifecycle. When combined, project teams can take advantage of a forward-thinking environment where the
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Join the DBIA NYC Metro Region for a dynamic, half-day workshop designed for owners, contractors, designers, and project leaders navigating today’s complex design-build procurement environment. As proposal demands intensify - requiring higher costs, tighter schedules, and deeper integration - this
Join the DBIA NYC Metro Region for our inaugural Golf Tournament at the historic St. Andrews Golf Club—America’s oldest golf club. Enjoy a day of friendly competition, networking, and camaraderie with design-build industry peers while supporting the continued growth of
Mark your calendars for DBIA NYC Metro Region’s premier event of the year! This two-day conference will bring together design-build professionals, owners, and industry leaders for thought-provoking keynotes, dynamic breakout sessions, and unparalleled networking opportunities—all set against the inspiring backdrop