NEWS & UPDATES

Join AEC leaders at the 2026 DBIA-SW Regional Conference + Golf Tournament, May 7–8 in Frisco, TX. Learn, network, and shape the future of design-build.

Act Now! Registration Is Open for DBIA's National Student Competition. View the schedule and competition details, then register your team by August 28.

As agencies and industry prepare for PDB's expansion beyond the military services, this Symposium will serve as a forum for candid lessons learned, acquisition strategies that work and real-world examples of Design-Build Done Right® within the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). Share your experience and expertise by submitting your proposals by March 18, 2026.

DBIA Southwest Region welcomes its newest Student Chapter at Oklahoma State University. This milestone expands design-build engagement in Oklahoma, connecting students with industry leaders, networking opportunities, and hands-on learning experiences that prepare the next generation of collaborative project delivery professionals.

Get ready for the 2026 DBIA-SW DFW Chapter Clay Shoot on March 5 at Elm Fork Shooting Sports in Dallas. Learn what to expect, what to bring, important deadlines, waiver requirements, FAQs, and event details for shooters, sponsors, and volunteers. Don’t miss this premier AEC networking and scholarship fundraising event.

Say hello to the 15 newest members, and **BKL, Inc.**, the newest Industry Partner of the DBIA Southwest Region! Our region is powered by professionals committed to innovation in design-build delivery, and we’re proud to grow our community each month with people like you. We’re united by a shared belief: that collaboration leads to better outcomes, smarter solutions, and stronger communities. Welcome aboard!

DBIA is seeking nominations of members in good standing for its 2027 National Board of Directors who support DBIA's mission and goals and are committed to advancing design-build project delivery across sectors and markets. The deadline for nominations is Friday, May 1, 2026.

Join CMAA and DBIA SW Region for a networking ghappy hour to connect, collaborate, and learn more about each organization.

A Featured Project from our 2026 Gold Premier Partner - Terracon!

Join owners, designers, and construction practitioners for an engaging educational design-build discussion at the Contemporary Arts Center. This event brings together industry professionals for a focused conversation on collaboration, innovation, and best practices within the design-build delivery method.

The 2026 National Design-Build Project/Team Awards are officially open, and we're excited to see what your teams have accomplished. This year's application process is more streamlined and flexible than ever, making it easier to tell your project's story and highlight what truly sets it apart. Whether you're a seasoned design-build team or delivering your first project, DBIA wants to hear how you put Design-Build Done Right® into action. Submissions due June 1, 2026.

We are excited to welcome the newest student chapter to the DBIA-SW Region!

As the use of design-build continues to grow and projects become more complex, Owners increasingly rely on Owner Advisors (OAs). However, the role is often misunderstood, inconsistently applied, or insufficiently defined. This full-day virtual course, Thursday, Feb. 12 from 10am-6pm ET,  cuts through the confusion by clearly defining the intended role, responsibilities, and limits of the OA within a design-build environment. Tailored for Owners, professionals providing OA ser

Join DBIA members and non-members from across the San Antonio area for an engaging opportunity to connect and collaborate. Learn more about DBIA’s presence in the local San Antonio region, discuss opportunities for growth and expansion, and build meaningful relationships with fellow industry professionals.

This spring, CIEF is hosting three Texas Design Build Competitions®, including an exciting new Central Texas event. The DBIA Southwest Region is proud to support these efforts and help rally the industry to step up as sponsors, judges, and volunteers.

a FREE one-hour webinar on collaborative delivery and the benefits it can offer to water infrastructure projects of all sizes and configurations.

DBIA is pleased to announce its 2026 National Board of Directors leadership and new board members, led by Chair Virginia McAllister, RA, LEED, NCARB, NCIDQ, DBIA; Vice Chair Shannon Gustine, LEED AP BD+C, DBIA; and Treasurer Dave Triplett, DBIA. Along with five newly elected Board Members, the slate reflects the full breadth of today's design-build industry, including Owners, designers, builders, legal experts and federal leaders.

Join TxDOT at the 2026 CMAD Conference March 30–April 1 in Fort Worth!

A warm welcome to the 11 newest members of the DBIA Southwest Region! We’re united by a shared belief: that collaboration leads to better outcomes, smarter solutions, and stronger communities. Welcome aboard!

Join us for an engaging in-person chapter event bringing together owners, members, and AEC professionals. This event features a guided tour of the Oklahoma Military Department’s newly completed RTI Wellness Center and an inside look at how Design-Build was used to deliver a state-of-the-art facility focused on physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual wellness.