CONTENT EXPIRES: December 31, 2028 

The Owner Advisor’s (OA) role in Design-Build is not universally understood and varies significantly. FMI’s recently released study highlighted polarizing opinions about effective implementation of OAs. The panel will share best practices and lessons learned on the what, where, when, and why of OAs – all aimed increasing success on projects. What? Explore DBIA’s primer on OAs from all angles through the lens of Design-Build Done Right. The panelists bring perspectives from different roles in the industry including owner, design-builder, and owner advisors from both small and large firms. When? Examine when OAs are engaged based on project complexity and owner readiness leveraging DBIA’s Owner Assessment resources. This will include detailed discussion on owner readiness as a key driver of success. Where? Learn where OAs are effectively engaged across a range of owners with varying sizes and levels of experience in Design-Build. The panel will dive into DBIA’s OA primer and new Universal Best Practices. Why? Discover the value OAs can drive at each stage of the project. Starting with owner mindset, budget development, and project delivery system selection– and through construction. Insights from panelists and audience participation will guide this interactive session on OAs focused on Design-Build Done Right.