The owner loses control.
The reality is that the owner is actively engaged, particularly during its early stages and with one-to-one meeting participation. The owner plays a critical role, but because of the way the team works, demand on the owner’s construction resources is less overall.
The builder stifles creativity.
A design-builder relationship lends itself to good chemistry and more better collaboration, which actually enhances the project. Because the team works under one umbrella to understand the project’s programmatic, aesthetic and functional goals, they work as a team to deliver those items while being respectful of the budget and schedule.
It’s more expensive.
Data shows that a design-build project can complete more quickly and cost-effectively when compared to other delivery methods.
The tangible benefits of early team collaboration are clear and are driving how building projects are being planned, designed, procured, constructed, and ultimately turned over to the end user.
Drawing from lessons learned and best practices, from both our own projects and those of the most innovative and high-performing organizations, McCarthy has developed an industry-leading approach that helps owners experience success by starting early in the design phase to promote speed and innovation while advancing team effectiveness.