Time-saving, efficient, collaborative, and mutually beneficial describe what to expect from a partnership developed in the very early stages of design between the Designer and Contractor.

Utilizing the strengths of both entities to create and maintain a design through construction is the key to a successful project. In addition, collaborating to remove the waste of value engineering and implement tools to define the process better will alleviate the time it takes to design a system twice.

This presentation will review what goes into an effective collaboration and its deliverables to the project teams and the project itself.

Learning Objectives:

1.  Recognize the benefits of Designer/Contractor collaboration early in the design process
2.  Develop strategies to utilize stakeholders’ strengths and experiences
3.  Define tools that will mutually benefit the project throughout the entire design/construction process
4.  Learn how to apply and implement the collaboration process to your specific goals and manage overall
   project expectations.

Corey Zussman, AIA, NCARB, ALA, RBEC, RRC, REWC, RWC, RRO, CDT, CQM, CxA+BE, BECxP, CABS, LEED® AP BD+C

Director of Quality, Pepper Construction Company

As a forensic architect registered in several states, Corey Zussman has practiced in the construction industry for more than 30 years. He specializes in building envelope, restoration, preservation, life safety, and interior finishes. While working on an average of 50-75 projects a year, Corey conducts constructability reviews, pre-installation meetings, comprehensive envelope meetings, and construction observations. He has also become known for providing educational opportunities throughout the industry and has produced more than 150 “lessons learned” papers. Topics include building envelope and life safety concerns and enable Corey to proactively address issues during design review, pre-construction, and construction. In addition, he has several industry articles about building envelope and life safety topics and is also a frequent presenter at local and national conferences and Associations. Visit www.pepperquality.com homepage to access all of Corey’s lessons learned papers and a list of over 40 AIA CES Presentations.