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SUMMARY:NextGen/Young Professionals - "Coffee With" - Matt Neuringer
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our very first “Coffee With…” Virtual Conversation on April 24th from 12:00 PM – 12:40 PM. \nThe “Coffee With…” Series is a NextGen initiative created to advance DBIA’s mission of promoting excellence in Design-Build project delivery by connecting emerging professionals with experienced industry leaders. \nThis informal\, virtual forum provides young professionals the opportunity to listen and learn from candid conversations about real-world Design-Build execution – including integrated team dynamics\, risk allocation\, procurement strategies\, leadership decision-making\, and lessons learned across complex projects. The series emphasizes open dialogue and firsthand experience\, reinforcing DBIA Best Practices and exposing participants to the cultural and collaborative foundations that define successful Design-Build delivery. \nBy providing consistent access to authentic industry insight in a virtual and accessible format\, the initiative strengthens engagement within the DBIA community\, supports professional growth and credentialing pathways\, and helps prepare the next generation to lead integrated project delivery across the region. \nREGISTER HERE \nPlease note: This event will take place on Zoom. You will receive a follow-up email with the Zoom link.\nAbout Our Guest:\n Matthew Neuringer\, Partner\nOrrick \nMatthew’s practice focuses on complex and innovative social\, transportation and infrastructure projects across the United States\, particularly alternative delivery projects (public-private partnerships (P3)\, design-build (DB) and progressive design-build). \n Matthew is recognized nationally and globally by Chambers USA\, where clients describe him as “smart\, organized and responsive and offers really good insight on key issues” and “he is an encyclopedia of PPP and he does an excellent job of leading tricky conversations and getting to a point where all parties agree.” \nMatthew has advised clients across a full spectrum of energy and infrastructure assets\, including telecoms\, rail\, highways\, airport\, intermodal transit\, combined heat and power\, social infrastructure\, and waste to energy. In Matthew’s capacity as outside counsel to the Association for the Improvement of American Infrastructure (AIAI) Matthew has also provided input on various key pieces of federal\, state and local governments on the sufficiency of their laws to produce P3 projects in their jurisdictions. \nMeet Your Host:\nSheriff Naggar\, Project Manager & Claims Consultant \nHill International\, Inc. \nSheriff Naggar is a Project Manager & Claims Consultant with over 10 years of experience delivering mega Design-Build infrastructure programs\, including projects with an aggregate portfolio exceeding $35B. He has supported landmark initiatives such as the Hudson Tunnel Project\, Borough-Based Jail Program\, and Penn Station Expansion\, specializing in project management\, risk management\, dispute resolution\, cost control\, scheduling\, and contract administration. Sheriff serves as Chair of DBIA NextGen and holds a Master of Science in Construction Management from Columbia University and a Program in Finance and Behavioral Economics from Harvard Business School.
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LOCATION:NY
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SUMMARY:DBIA Certification Workshop – April 27-29 (New York\, NY)
DESCRIPTION:A three-day intensive program including the three DBIA core courses required for certification plus access to the code of conduct and exam prep webinars. We advise attendees to take the code of conduct webinar before the workshop. \nCoffee/tea will be provided in the morning and lunch will be provided at approximately 12 noon. \nCode of Conduct Webinar (Pre-Workshop)\nDay 1: Setting the Stage for Design-Build Success\nDay 2: Collaborating for Exceptional Outcomes\nDay 3: Contracts & Risk Management\nExam Prep Webinar (Post-Workshop) \nFormat: In Person \nRegister Now
URL:https://dbianycmetro.org/event/dbia-certification-workshop-april-27-29-2026/
LOCATION:NYC Seminar and Conference Center\, 114 West 26th Street\, 3rd Floor\, New York\, NY\, 10001\, United States
CATEGORIES:DBIA Courses
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SUMMARY:Winning Design-Build Proposals: From RFEI to Project Award
DESCRIPTION:Club 101\nJoin 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. \nAs proposal demands intensify – requiring higher costs\, tighter schedules\, and deeper integration – this session offers practical insights into how successful teams compete\, collaborate\, and win. \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER TODAY\nCLICK HERE TO SPONSOR TODAY\n________________________________________________________________________________________________ \nEVENT DETAILS\nDate: Wednesday\, April 29\, 2026  \nTime: 8:30 am – 12:30 pm (includes a continental breakfast & lunch)  \nLocation: Club 101 – New York\, NY \nCredits: Earn DBIA CEH Credits  \n  \nWHY ATTEND?\nExplore the full lifecycle of the design-build proposal process\, from early engagement (RFEI/LOI) through RFQ\, RFP\, interviews\, and post-award transition. Participants will gain: \nStrategic Insights: Learn how to align design\, construction\, and estimating teams under deadline pressure. \nOwner Perspectives: Understand how shortlisting decisions are made and what owners truly seek at each phase. \nHands-on Experience: Interactive breakout sessions to review sample responses\, develop win themes\, and simulate BAFO negotiations. \nDigital Tools: Best practices for using platforms like Microsoft Teams and SharePoint to manage schedules and content development. \n________________________________________________________________________________________________ \nFeatured Industry Leaders\nHear from a moderated panel of experienced professionals providing candid discussion on proposal best practices and lessons learned: \nAllison Agliardo\, Senior Director of Commercial Management at Amtrak  \nWith more than 25 years of experience delivering complex transportation infrastructure projects. Her work focuses on procurement strategy\, contract structuring\, and risk allocation for large-scale public projects. \nAllison has played a key role in advancing major initiatives including the Hudson Tunnel Program\, working alongside agencies such as the Gateway Development Commission and regional stakeholders. Previously\, Ms. Agliardo held senior roles at Arup\, and the Port Authority of New York & New Jersey\, where she advised on project delivery strategy\, managed major design‑build procurements\, and supported governance and risk programs for large portfolios. \nShe offers practical\, owner-side perspective on the procurement process. Her work focuses on aligning project objectives with market realities to drive successful project delivery. \nAllison holds a BS in Civil Engineering\, a BA in Geology and is a resident of New York City. \n  \nMichael Mifsud\, Vice President of Operations\, Skanska USA Civil Northeast  \nMichael Mifsud is Vice President of Operations for Skanska USA Civil Northeast. He is a\nlicensed PE\, and Certified DBIA Professional with BS\, and MS Engineering Degrees from\nColumbia University. \nMichael and has 27 years of experience managing Design-Build projects from teaming and\nproposal stage through design and construction stages. He has led 14 Design-Build\nprojects through the full project lifecycle for East coast clients including Amtrak\, WMATA\,\nMBTA\, PATH\, and MTA Agencies including Metro North\, Long Island Railroad\, NYCT\, and\nMTA C&D. \nOn these and many other projects\, Michael has led collaboration of project teams during\npre-award stage to optimize proposals and the team’s approach to meeting client goals\nand requirements \n  \nSteve Kramer\, PE\, FASCE\, Senior Vice President\, COWI North America\, Inc.  \nSteve has over 40 years of experience in engineering firms serving the infrastructure industry. Steve led the design\, management and construction of over 75 underground projects around the globe with construction values up to $2 billion using conventional and alternative delivery methods. \nA frequent speaker on the implementation of alternative delivery and active participant at industry conferences and in technical societies\, Kramer has published more than 90 technical and management papers. Kramer served as the 2023 President of the ASCE Utility Engineering and Surveying Institute (UESI). \n  \n  \n  \nPaul Monte\, Vice Chair\, Peckar & Abramson  \nPaul Monte is Chair of Peckar & Abramson’s Infrastructure practice. He regularly advises\nconstructors on transactions and disputes on major public and private projects\, including\ndesign-build and P3 mega-projects. Whether building subways\, highways\, bridges\,\nrailways\, water treatment plants\, or energy projects\, Paul has been called on to help\nmanage\, pursue\, and deliver projects timely and profitably. \n  \n  \n  \nModerated By: Craig S. Covil\, DBIA\, PE\, FASCE C2 Consulting LLC \nCraig Covil is a senior construction advisor with over 38 years of global experience delivering major infrastructure. He has led multidisciplinary teams on landmark projects like New York’s Fulton Street Station and Second Avenue Subway. \nFormerly a Managing Director at ASTM North America and Principal at Arup\, Craig specializes in Design-Build and P3 initiatives spanning tunnels\, aviation\, and transit. A Fellow of ASCE\, ICE\, HKIE\, and IEAust\, he currently serves as President of the DBIA New York City Region. Beyond engineering\, he is a VC advisor and chairs the charity American Friends of Cecily’s Fund. \nREGISTER NOW\n________________________________________________________________________________________________ \nMANY THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS\nExecutive Sponsors\n \n \n \n  \nEvent Sponsors\n \n\n___________________________________________________________\nBECOME A SPONSOR\nPosition your firm at the forefront of the design-build industry by sponsoring this high impact\, half day workshop. As procurement demands intensify requiring higher costs\, tighter schedules\, and deeper integration this session provides a rare opportunity to align your brand with excellence in project delivery. \nOur program features a moderated panel of legendary industry figures and public agency leaders who will provide candid discussions on the entire procurement lifecycle. From initial qualifications to the final award\, these experts will share the strategies that separate winning proposals from the rest of the pack. \n________________________________________________________________________________________________ \nCHOOSE FROM\nExecutive Sponsor | $3\,000 | 3 Available\nComplimentary Entry: Includes four (4) individual registrations for your firm.  \nSolo Slide Loop: A dedicated\, full-screen slide featuring your logo and a custom “Hosted By” message displayed throughout the 1-hour cocktail reception. Keynote Podium Recognition: An individual\, distinguished “Thank You” by name during both the opening and closing remarks.  \nPremier Branding: Top-tier logo placement on all digital event invitations\, social media promotions\, and the regional website. \nShowcase Table: As a premier sponsor\, you’ll receive a Connection Point in the main dining room\, giving you a physical ‘home base’ to engage with our audience and showcase your goods and services. \n  \nEvent Sponsor | $2\,000 | 5 Available\nComplimentary Entry: Includes two (2) individual registrations for your firm.  \nSolo Slide Loop: A dedicated\, full-screen slide featuring your logo and a custom “Hosted By” message displayed throughout the 1-hour cocktail reception. Keynote Podium Recognition: An individual\, distinguished “Thank You” by name during both the opening and closing remarks.  \nPremier Branding: Top-tier logo placement on all digital event invitations\, social media promotions\, and the regional website. \nShowcase Table: As an Event Sponsor\, you’ll receive a Connection Point in the main dining room\, giving you a physical ‘home base’ to engage with our audience and showcase your goods and services. \n  \nLunch Sponsor | $1\,500 | 1 Available\nComplimentary Entry: Includes two (1) individual registrations for your firm.  \nSolo Slide Loop: A dedicated\, full-screen slide featuring your logo and a custom “Hosted By” message displayed throughout the 1-hour cocktail reception. Keynote Podium Recognition: An individual\, distinguished “Thank You” by name during both the opening and closing remarks.  \nPremier Branding: Top-tier logo placement on all digital event invitations\, social media promotions\, and the regional website. Signage on buffet breakfast table. \n  \nBreakfast Sponsor | $1\,000 | 1 Available\nSolo Slide Loop: A dedicated\, full-screen slide featuring your logo and a custom “Hosted By” message displayed throughout the 1-hour cocktail reception. Keynote Podium Recognition: An individual\, distinguished “Thank You” by name during both the opening and closing remarks.  \nPremier Branding: Top-tier logo placement on all digital event invitations\, social media promotions\, and the regional website. Signage on buffet breakfast table. \nCLICK HERE TO SPONSOR THIS EVENT\n___________________________________________________________________________\nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://dbianycmetro.org/event/save-the-date-winning-design-build-proposals-from-rfei-to-project-award/
LOCATION:Club 101\, 101 Park Ave.\, New York\, 10178\, United States
CATEGORIES:Region Event
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SUMMARY:DBIA NextGen/Young Professionals Event - Design-Build 101
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE TO REGISTER\nJoin us on April 30th\, 2026\, from 5:30 PM – 07:30 PM at the New York Institute of Technology – 1855 Broadway (at 61st Street) New York\, NY 10023. \nDesign-Build 101 is an introductory event created to give students a clear and practical understanding of one of the most important and increasingly used project delivery methods in the construction industry. As projects continue to grow in complexity\, speed\, and scale\, understanding how Design-Build works has become essential for future professionals entering the built environment. \nThis session will begin with welcome remarks and introductions\, followed by an overview of project delivery methods to help students understand where Design-Build fits within the broader industry landscape. The program will then explore why Design-Build has become such a valuable delivery approach\, highlighting its key benefits\, including collaboration\, efficiency\, innovation\, and stronger alignment between design and construction. \nStudents will also gain insight into Design-Build from multiple perspectives. The owner’s perspective will examine why owners choose this method and what they seek in terms of value\, risk management\, schedule\, and project outcomes. The design-builder’s perspective will provide a closer look at how integrated teams work together to deliver projects more effectively. The session will also introduce DBIA Best Practices and explain how these principles support successful project delivery. \nTo connect theory with practice\, the event will feature real project examples that demonstrate how Design-Build is applied in the field and how teams navigate real-world challenges. The program will conclude with a discussion on career pathways\, key skills\, and professional resources available to students who are interested in pursuing opportunities in construction\, infrastructure\, project management\, and integrated project delivery. \nDesign-Build 101 is intended to be both educational and engaging\, offering students a strong foundation in Design-Build while exposing them to its growing relevance across the industry. The event will close with a Q&A session\, giving attendees the opportunity to ask questions and deepen their understanding of the topics presented. \nFour Learning Objectives: \n1. Understand the fundamentals of project delivery methods and identify how Design-Build differs from other delivery approaches. \n2. Recognize the key benefits and industry value of Design-Build\, including collaboration\, efficiency\, and integration between design and construction. \n3. Gain insight into how Design-Build is viewed and implemented from both the owner’s and design-builder’s perspectives. \n4. Explore career pathways\, skills\, and professional resources that can help students pursue opportunities in Design-Build and the broader construction industry. \n*Earn Continuing Education credit. \nLight fare and refreshments will be served. \nMany  thanks to our venue host\, \n \nMany thanks to our Food & Beverage sponsor\,\n \nA DBE/MBE/SBE Technology Solutions Company \nCLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE ABOUT VASQUEZ INTERGRATORS \n  \nMeet Our Guest Speakers\nMackenzie Baert\, PMP\, DBIA \nSenior Project Manager \nArup US\, Inc \nMackenzie Baert is a Senior Project Manager in the Program and Project Management team in Arup’s New York Office. She has a breadth of experience in a variety of industries including infrastructure\, healthcare\, natural resources\, and real estate. Mackenzie’s professional experiences have driven her career abroad having worked across Europe\, North America and Latin America. Her work at Arup is centered around the delivery of complex projects and programs with multi-disciplinary teams\, engaged from the outset at concept planning stages through to construction. In her current role\, she focuses on improving capabilities for and supporting alternative delivery projects. Mackenzie is an active member of DBIA NextGen Committee. \n  \n Jung Hyun Lee\, PHD\, assoc. DBIA \nAssistant Professor \nSUNY Farmingdale State College \nJung Hyun Lee is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Architecture and Construction Management at SUNY Farmingdale State College. Her work focuses on project delivery methods\, construction risk management\, and construction contracts. She has experience in design-build through research and industry collaboration\, including projects supported by the Georgia Department of Transportation. She is an Associate DBIA and an active member of the DBIA NextGen Committee \, and DBIA National Student/Academia Outreach and Engagement Committee. \n  \n \nSheriff Naggar\, Project Manager & Claims Consultant \nHill International\, Inc. \nSheriff Naggar is a Project Manager & Claims Consultant with over 10 years of experience delivering mega Design-Build infrastructure programs\, including projects with an aggregate portfolio exceeding $35B. He has supported landmark initiatives such as the Hudson Tunnel Project\, Borough-Based Jail Program\, and Penn Station Expansion\, specializing in project management\, risk management\, dispute resolution\, cost control\, scheduling\, and contract administration. Sheriff serves as Chair of DBIA NextGen and holds a Master of Science in Construction Management from Columbia University and a Program in Finance and Behavioral Economics from Harvard Business School. \n  \n  \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER
URL:https://dbianycmetro.org/event/dbia-nextgen-young-professionals-event-design-build-101/
LOCATION:NYIT\, 1855 Broadway (at 61st Street)\, New York\, NY\, 10023
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