2025 Design-Build Conference & Expo

Starts:  Nov 5, 2025 09:00 (PT)
Ends:  Nov 7, 2025 17:00 (PT)

Join DBIA for the design-build event of the year!

The Design-Build Conference & Expo is the largest national gathering of the year for the design-build market and the only event centered exclusively on design-build. This event provides unparalleled access to meet decision makers and network with all members of project teams, including general contractors, architects, engineers, attorneys and finance professionals.

Here are just a few reasons why you should attend:

  • Unmatched Networking: Join 2,300+ leaders representing the entire spectrum of AEC professionals, including public and private Owners from across the nation
  • Powerful Programming: 30+ expert-led sessions in 5 engaging tracks relevant to all variations of design-build, including progressive design-build
  • Industry Innovation: Hear directly from Owners, discover case studies and tackle real-world challenges
  • Dynamic Exhibit Hall: Explore the latest tools, technologies and services from 250+ exhibitors
  • Collaborative Partnerships: Leaders from the Construction Management Association of America (CMAA) and ACEC Research Foundation explore the project delivery landscape in informative sessions
  • Nov. 4th Pre-Conference Events:
    The half-day Virtual Design & Construction Leadership Exchange (VDCLEx) is back and includes opening and closing general sessions and two specialized tracks: one for experienced VDC professionals and the other for non-VDC professionals. The VDCLEx continues to explore how VDC is impacting designers, builders and Owners by enhancing design excellence, increasing quality and productivity, as well as improving lifecycle costs.

    The full-day Introduction to P3 for the Design-Builder course is designed for both public and private sector design-build knowledgeable professionals. The course will highlight key differences between P3 and design-build procurement, project execution and risk considerations, and how the private sector financing and long-term operations and maintenance obligations change the technical considerations of a project.

Register by October 31, 2025 to take advantage of advance registration rates.

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