In a Design/Build (D/B) project, the contractor and architect form a single entity to deliver a complete project based on a conceptual plan provided by the District. Lean Construction principles, a production management-based approach to project delivery where work is structured throughout the process to maximize value and reduce waste, are integrated into all projects. The SDCCD was one of the first community college districts in California to have developed rigorous standards for the use of Building Information Modeling (BIM), a requirement for the design and construction of all buildings. Integrated Project Delivery aligns all activities and team members in a manner that results in a collaborative, value-based process that optimizes project results, increases value to the District, reduces waste, and maximizes efficiency through all phases of design, fabrication and construction.
