Alternative project delivery methods (APD) are coming of age among California public agencies. Progressive design-build (PDB) and construction manager at risk (CMAR) were hot topics at the Western Winter Workshop, held March 1-2 in Indian Wells, Calif.
While design-build has been a default method for San Diego County, “CMAR is gaining traction” for vertical and maintenance work, said Marko Medved, director of general services. However, job-order contracting is still the norm for maintenance, he added.