Design & Build

Design & Build engineering is an integrated approach where a single entity is responsible for both the design and construction phases of a project. This streamlined process enhances communication, collaboration, and efficiency. In the design stage, engineers create detailed plans, considering functionality, aesthetics, and budget. Subsequently, the same entity executes the construction, ensuring seamless implementation of the envisioned design. This holistic approach minimizes potential conflicts, accelerates project timelines, and allows for real-time adjustments.

With a proven track record, our expert engineering team has consistently delivered exceptional results throughout Ontario. Satisfied clients endorse our expertise, highlighting our seamless project execution, innovative solutions, and dedication to surpassing expectations, making us the trusted choice for comprehensive and successful engineering projects.

✔D&B saves time and money for the owner, while providing the opportunity to achieve innovation in the delivered facility.

✔D&B brings value engineering into the design process at the onset of a project.

✔D&B contractors (subcontractors) to propose best-value solutions for various construction elements before the design is complete.

✔D&B brings all members of a project team together early in the process to identify and address issues of cost, schedule and constructability.

✔D&B alleviates conflict between architects and contractors and reduces owner risk for design errors.

✔D&B allows owners to avoid being placed directly between the architect/engineer and the contractor.

✔D&B places the responsibility for design errors and omissions on the design–builder, relieving the owner of major legal and managerial responsibilities.

Project Workflow

From contract to close-out, our process keeps cost, schedule, and quality aligned. Explore each stage below.

Contract

▸ Scope & early planning

✔ Feasibility Study
✔ Visit Site
✔ PM Dir Const
✔ Estimating
✔ Finance

Go / No Go

▸ Zoning & pre-construction checks

✔ Zoning/SPA
✔ Estimating Tender
✔ Engage Consultant
✔ Review Drawings / Spec Performance
✔ Assign to DB Team

Confirm Client Financing

▸ Funding & approvals

✔ Financial approval and funding confirmation

Design

▸ Development & documentation

✔ Functional analysis
✔ User requirements
✔ Reconstruction Schedule
✔ Schematic design (block plans)
✔ Design Development
✔ Design Reviews
✔ Permit Preparation
✔ Master product specifications
✔ Predetermined upgrade options
✔ Marketing development
✔ Tendering documents (Drawings & Specs)
✔ Construction documents

Mobilize on Site

▸ Site setup

✔ Assign Field Personnel
✔ Final Construction Schedule
✔ Trade/Supplier Contracts
✔ Permits
✔ Mobilization Checklist

Start Construction

▸ Execution

✔ Follow defined construction process

Construction Milestones

▸ Key checkpoints

✔ Foundation
✔ Building structure M&E Work
✔ Finish tape
✔ Insulation
✔ Rough-ins
✔ Rooftop
✔ Monitoring Performance

Project Close-Out

▸ Turnover

✔ Cleaning
✔ Finishing
✔ Handover

Finish Construction

▸ Final documentation

✔ Consultant Reports
✔ Bulletin 19 (Tarion)
✔ Occupancy date
✔ Substantial Completion
✔ PDI
✔ Closing

Design & Build

Project Workflow

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