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SUMMARY:Real-World AI in Design-Build: Lump Sum Budgeting and Cross-Team Lessons
DESCRIPTION:This event will feature a moderated panel discussion on the practical use of AI in design-build delivery\, grounded in the current best practices teams use today without AI. The discussion will focus on how AI can augment established estimating\, cost-control\, and quality-management workflows\, helping teams develop more accurate early estimates for bidding and\, after award\, manage cost and quality as the project moves through design and construction. Panelists will share perspectives from the designer\, contractor\, owner\, and IT/technology teams. We will highlight where AI tools can add reliability\, improve decision-making\, and strengthen accountability across the delivery team\, while also addressing how these tools integrate with existing processes and controls. The program will conclude with 45 minutes to an hour of networking. \n________________________________________________________________________________________________ \nAGENDA \n4:00pm – 4:30pm: Arrive\, Check-in\, and Seating\n4:30pm – 5:45pm: Panel Discussion\n5:45pm – 6:30pm: Networking / Social \nELIGIBLE FOR EDUCATION CREDITS \nREGISTER HERE\nCLICK HERE TO SPONSOR THIS EVENT\nElevate Your Firm: Exclusive Innovation Sponsorship \nBeyond visibility\, your partnership fuels our mission to improve communication and integration across the design-build process. By sponsoring\, you are actively advancing “Design-Build Done Right” while positioning your firm as a leader in the digital transformation of our industry. \nThe “Future-Ready” Lead Sponsor\n$1\,000 | Only 2 Slots Available\nYour Sponsorship Benefits Include: \nEntry for Two Guests: You will receive to tickets to attend. \nPremier Digital Exposure: Your company logo prominently featured on all digital promotional materials\, including event emails and social media outreach. \nOn-Site Visibility: Featured placement of your logo within the event’s slide presentation. \nPodium Recognition: A formal verbal acknowledgment by our moderator during the opening remarks. \nThe “Digital Handshake”: We will provide a one-time “Sponsor Spotlight” post on our LinkedIn page following the event\, tagging your firm and highlighting your commitment to industry innovation. This provides high-value professional engagement and permanent digital association with the event’s thought leadership without requiring extra time during the program. \nPosition your firm at the forefront of innovation in project delivery. Lock in on one of only two available slots TODAY! \n________________________________________________________________________________________________ \nMEET THE PANEL \nModerator – Cesar Pereira\, Partner – Sheppard\, Mullin\, Richter & Hampton LLP \nCesar Pereira is a Partner in the Construction Group of the national law firm Sheppard Mullin. He is a former General Counsel of a national construction company. In his position as General Counsel\, he was responsible for the legal\, compliance and risk management departments of the company. \nHis practice involves advising clients in all stages of a construction project. He has negotiated and litigated disputes arising from various forms of construction related agreements between and among owners\, developers\, contractors\, construction managers\, designers\, sureties\, operators\, suppliers and subcontractors. This includes teaming\, memorandum of understanding\, joint venture\, design and build\, construction manager\, interface\, operation and maintenance\, subcontract\, rental\, purchase\, and professional service agreements\, as well as\, surety indemnity agreements and payment and performance bonds. He has worked with various forms of standard form agreements\, including AIA\, DBIA and ConsensusDocs. \n  \nDesign-Builder \nMichael Trotta\, Vice President – Estimating at Posillico Civil\, Inc. \nMike Trotta is an estimating professional with over twenty years of experience in the construction industry. As Vice President\, Chief Estimator\, Mike manages a department\, which in the past several years\, has generated annually\, an average of 350 bids\, proposals\, and quotes with a dollar value of approximately $1.5 billion. His experience encompasses a large variety of heavy civil\, environmental\, and specialty construction. Mike has been involved in countless bids\, from Boston’s Big Dig and JFK’s Light Rail System to NYSDOT’s design-build transportation program. \nMike’s mission is to pursue every opportunity within Posillico’s markets by optimizing reward and minimizing risk with accurate and innovative proposals. \nMike is also dedicated to the advancement of the construction industry through innovation and technology. He has served on several advisory boards for Estimating and Accounting Software Firms. He is an active member of the American Society of Civil Engineers and served as a board member for the American Society of Highway Engineers\, Long Island Chapter. \nMike earned a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from Polytechnic University and also has an Associate’s degree in Engineering from SUNY Farmingdale College. \n  \nDesign-Builder  \nRoderick Fiske\, Director Construction – BOND Civil & Utility Construction\, Inc. \nRod is a senior design build leader with over two decades of experience delivering complex industrial and commercial infrastructure projects. He specializes in leading integrated engineering\, procurement\, and construction teams from concept through commissioning in high-risk\, schedule-driven environments. Focused on execution certainty\, stakeholder alignment\, and commercial performance\, Rod brings a practical\, real-world perspective on successfully delivering difficult projects. \n  \nLead Designer \nDavid DeLuca\, PE\, DBIA – Director and Principal at H&H \nDave DeLuca started as a structural engineer with H&H in 2002 and is now a Principal of the firm in the role of Alternative Delivery Practice Lead. In the last 20 years\, Dave has led the delivery of DB\, PDB\, CMGC and CMAR projects for clients across the country. Dave has also served as the PM for many local Owners supporting their Design-Build programs including leading the Procurement and Design Quality Oversight for NYSDOT’s $1.7B Hunts Point Access Improvement; as well as NYCDOT’s re-entry into the DB market with the $200M replacement of four bridges on the Belt Parkway. \n  \n  \nOwner / Client\nSubhash Tuladhar\, Associate Commissioner of DDC’s Project Controls Division \nSubhash Tuladhar leads the Project Controls Division at the NYC Department of Design and Construction (DDC)\, where he plays a key role in advancing the agency’s adoption of innovative solutions\, working with industry partners and academia. He oversees critical functions including analytics\, with a strong focus on schedule\, cost\, and risk management. Known for his collaborative leadership\, Subhash fosters cross-functional teamwork to drive results. Subhash brings 25+ years of experience working with owners\, funding agencies\, construction\, and engineering firms. \n  \nTechnology Expert\nRawle Sawh\, Director of Operations Technology at Gilbane Building Company \nRawle Sawh is Director of Operations Technology at Gilbane\, where he helps set enterprise technology strategy\, governs the Operations application portfolio\, and drives scalable digital transformation across operations. He leads through disciplined execution\, cross‑functional partnership\, and a strong focus on adoption\, accountability\, and measurable outcomes. As Chair of the New Tech Committee\, Rawle advances emerging technologies from pilot to enterprise standard\, aligning innovation with cyber requirements\, lifecycle management\, and business value. His team owns end‑to‑end jobsite technology delivery\, performance analytics\, and user enablement. Previously\, Rawle led Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) on complex\, large‑scale projects all across NYC. \n\nREGISTER HERE\nMany thanks to our host venue.\n \n 
URL:https://dbianycmetro.org/event/lump-sum-budgeting-for-design-build-the-good-the-bad-and-the-augli/
LOCATION:Sheppard-Mullin\, 30 Rockefeller Plaza\, Suite 2400\, New York\, NY 10112\, New York\, 10112\, United States
CATEGORIES:Region Event
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SUMMARY:RESCHEDULED - Virtual Design & Construction Planning for Design-Build - New Date: May 27\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:Important Update \nThis Event Has Been Rescheduled! \nPlease be advised this event originally scheduled for March 26\, 2026\, at Syska Hennessy has been rescheduled for Wednesday\, May 27th at HKS. \nFor Registered Attendees: If you have already registered\, your spot is secured and your registration will remain valid for the rescheduled date. \nLocation: HKS  \n30 W 26th St 12th floor \n(646) 480-4280 \nIf you have any questions\, don’t hesitate to contact Education@dbia.org. \n_______________________________________________________________________________________________ \nThe 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 project-specific VDC objectives. This course is geared toward both VDC and non-VDC professionals. Attendees will explore how BIM-based technologies and processes create opportunities throughout the project lifecycle. The course will highlight the critical role of the VDC Project Leader on the Design-Build team and explain how to identify applicable BIM Use Cases. Participants will also learn how to document key components in a project’s VDC Execution Plan. (4 CEHs) \nThe VDC Planning course is strongly recommended as a prerequisite for the VDC Execution course. The Planning course provides the foundational understanding of the VDC process needed to successfully implement the project goals established during planning and applied in the Execution course. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nIdentify keys to success for VDC Planning on Design-Build projects.\nUnderstand why VDC is important and what success looks like in the built environment.\nArticulate the value of VDC and its synergies for Design-Build.\nDocument the people\, processes and technologies needed to implement VDC effectively.\n\n Format: In-Person \n  \nIf you have any questions\, don’t hesitate to contact Education@dbia.org. \n  \nLocation: HKS  \n30 W 26th St 12th floor \n(646) 480-4280 \n  \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://dbianycmetro.org/event/virtual-design-construction-planning-for-design-build/
LOCATION:HKS\, 30 W 26th St 12th floor\, New York\, 10010\, United States
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SUMMARY:NextGen/Young Professionals - "Coffee With" Craig Covil\, DBIA\, PE\, FASCE C2 Consulting LLC and DBIA NYC Metro Region Board Chair
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE\nJoin us for our next “Coffee With…” Virtual Conversation on May 27th from 12:00 PM – 12:50 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. \nThis event is only open to DBIA NextGen/Young Professionals (ages 35 and under). \nHosted By: Sheriff Naggar Project Manager\, Hill International\, Inc. \n________________________________________________________________________________________________ \nREGISTER HERE\nPlease note: This event will take place on Zoom. You will receive a follow-up email with the Zoom link.\n________________________________________________________________________________________________ \nABOUT OUR GUEST \nCraig S. Covil\, DBIA\, PE\, FASCE C2 Consulting LLC \nDBIA NYC Metro Region Board Chair \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. \nMEET YOUR HOST\nSheriff Naggar \nProject Manager\, Hill 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.
URL:https://dbianycmetro.org/event/nextgen-young-professionals-coffee-with-craig-covil/
LOCATION:Virtual Meeting via Zoom
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SUMMARY:RESCHEDULED - VDC Execution for Design-Build - New Date: May 27\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:Important Update \nThis Event Has Been Rescheduled! \nPlease be advised this event originally scheduled for March 26\, 2026\, at Syska Hennessy has been rescheduled to Wednesday\, May 27th at HKS. \nLocation: HKS  \n30 W 26th St 12th floor \n(646) 480-4280 \nFor Registered Attendees: If you have already registered\, your spot is secured and your registration will remain valid for this rescheduled date. \nIf you have any questions or would like to request a refund\, don’t hesitate to contact Education@dbia.org. \n_______________________________________________________________________________________________ \nThe VDC Planning course is strongly recommended as a prerequisite for the VDC Execution course. The Planning course provides the foundational understanding of the VDC process needed to successfully implement the project goals established during planning and applied in the Execution course. \nBuilding on the foundation set in the Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) Planning course\, VDC Execution for Design-Build takes a deeper look into how Design-Build teams successfully implement their VDC Execution Plan in practice. Leveraging the collaborative nature of Design-Build\, this session explores how concepts like Level of Development (LOD) can clarify deliverable responsibilities and define the information Owners need post-construction. Participants will also review real-world VDC performance metrics and examine emerging technological trends shaping the future of collaborative delivery. While this course is geared toward VDC Professionals and those managing VDC implementation on their projects\, non-VDC Professionals are also encouraged to attend. (4 CEH) \nLearning Objectives: \n\nUnderstand keys to success for VDC Execution on Design-Build projects.\nDefine the Owner’s model and information needs – “Begin with the end in mind”\nDefine contract language and identify strategies to align designer and trade partners with VDC objectives.\nApply the LOD Specification to plan for project turnover across the Design-Construction-Operations continuum.\n\nFormat: In-Person \nIf you have any questions\, don’t hesitate to contact Education@dbia.org. \nLocation: HKS  \n30 W 26th St 12th floor \n(646) 480-4280 \nRegister Now
URL:https://dbianycmetro.org/event/vdc-execution-for-design-build/
LOCATION:HKS\, 30 W 26th St 12th floor\, New York\, 10010\, United States
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