3-7-2021 | Events
Partner Ben Dalton will be giving a lecture called “Delivering the Nations First NZE Archive Using Design Build Delivery” as part of the 2021 WPR DBIA Conference.
The County of San Diego’s comprehensive Zero Net Energy plan for its large portfolio of buildings will reduce overall energy consumption by half by the year 2030. ZNE is required for all new facilities.
For the Department of General Services County of San Diego, design-build is the delivery method of choice. This session will focus on the interdependence of procurement, teamwork, design, and construction in maximizing value through an integrated approach resulting in a successful high-performance building on a modest budget. The newly completed East County Office and Archives Building will be used as a case study to demonstrate this interdependence.
The goal of the WPR DBIA Conference is to provide a platform for experienced, knowledgeable, and well-spoken industry experts to highlight key aspects of design-build project delivery. Be an integral part of the team, as we educate and promote the value of design-build project delivery and the effective integration of design and construction services to enhance the value proposition for owners, practitioners and everyone in our community.
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