Description
The AEC industry is still undergoing a digital transformation, VDC and the design-build project delivery method are accelerating, and the path to net zero is ramping up. So, how well prepared are you to succeed in our industry's dynamic environment? Although VDC and design-build project delivery are not new concepts, they are flourishing because they maximize returns on investments in time, money, and effort while achieving sustainability. Still, many in the AEC community have not fully adopted 3D BIM and collaborative project delivery, which can greatly improve project quality and value while reducing the built world's environmental impact. Join this session to explore why the combination of VDC, design-build, and sustainable design and construction are the ideal lenses for projects. A panel of industry professionals will discuss VDC, the design-build project delivery system, sustainable strategies, innovative technologies, real-world projects, and best practices.
Key Learnings
- Understand why there is an urgent need for sustainable design and construction.
- Examine current technologies, workflows, and methods for cost-efficient, high-quality, and sustainable projects.
- Gain practical insights and hear about projects from industry and technology experts in the field.
- Participate in an open discussion with our experts and your peers.
Speakers
- Troy GatesTroy Gates brings more than 25 years of industry experience in his role as the Director of Innovation at U.S. CAD. Mr. Gates began his career in several CAD and engineering roles where he was responsible for CAD/BIM standards and training, Revit implementation strategies, and client support. In many of his roles, he helped bridge the gap between design and IT, providing network infrastructure recommendations and collaborating with IT Managers on design technology-related projects. As a result, Mr. Gates often led his company’s design and BIM technology efforts, including creation and deployment of BIM standards and libraries, model collaboration, and BIM execution plans. Mr. Gates joined U.S. CAD after having led Design Technology teams at several AEC firms in Southern California. Additionally, Mr. Gates also develops add-ins for Revit and is well versed in Dynamo.
- BSBrian SkripacAs Director of Virtual Design & Construction (VDC), Brian is responsible for shaping how VDC brings optimal benefits to design-build’s “whole team” approach to project delivery. Brian is a Digital Construction innovator with nearly 20 years of leadership defining how people, processes and technology come together to transform collaborative project delivery. In addition, he leads the creation and advancement of best practices related to the integration of BIM-enabled technologies and other innovative digital tools to enhance design-build team performance and while generating significant lifecycle benefits for projects across the built environment. As an industry thought leader, Brian has contributed to national publications and has spoken at conferences around the world. He has also had the opportunity to serve as an advisory group member and past-chair of the AIA National Technology in Architectural Practice Knowledge Community while serving on the BIMForum committee responsible for authoring the Level of Development (LOD) Specification.
- TCThesla CollierDesign Technology Manager at Gensler-Los Angeles office Bachelor in Architecture Universidad Autónoma de Honduras (UNAH) +20 yrs in AEC Industry. Having a background in Architecture, I worked with Designers, Architects, Engineers & Contractors in all phases of Building Design & Construction. I use Design Technology to develop methods and workflows to improve project outcomes and processes. Over the years, I have been a part of large, complex projects in the following practice sectors Healthcare, Laboratory Research, Education, Aviation, Transit, Workplace, Retail- Commercial, Sports, Mixed Used, and Residential.