• Exploration of Risk Potential in Design-Build Construction

    Exploration of Risk Potential in Design-Build Construction

    Design-build is emerging as the preferred method of project delivery with lower costs, faster times, and better quality. It combines architectural, engineering and construction tasks under one business entity.  Contractors are able to offer a single point of contact for building and facility owners. This reduced the liability and exposure for their clients while providing…

  • Analysis of Risks in Design and Construction

    Analysis of Risks in Design and Construction

    Sustainability and prefabrication are becoming increasing popular in construction. These methods incorporated technological trends to increase quality and efficiency while decreasing safety risks. Analysis of construction risks illustrates that managerial, technical and legal issues have the most potential impact. Probability theory, qualitative and quantitative methods, and process simulation models can be used to study these…