Design Assist Detailing

It is increasingly clear that Design-Build is becoming the preferred procurement method for the industry, with 44% of domestic construction dollars spent on Design-Build projects.

This has vast implications for the steel fabricator, as the bidding activity includes a large mix of “design-assist” contracts.

Given the demands of design-assist contracts, steel fabricators need a partner who delivers quality detailing, connection design support, BIM coordination, and the full suite of services required. Greenbrook leverages Tekla Structures to deliver precision steel detailing for U.S. fabricators, along with constructability reviews and collaborative project delivery.

It’s also crucial that you work with a collaborative partner who can attend design coordination meetings with your project managers and your customer to review the project design needs, produce an accurate reference BIM model, and be able to swiftly implement changes as needed.

Greenbrook has long since recognized the importance of being the right detailing partner to help the fabricator with their design-assist contracts. This is why we oriented our business and process to include a presence in New York City, which is one of the largest construction markets in the world. This means we have personnel in the U.S. who can be at your design coordination meetings in the room with you, as we work together to solve problems for your customer.

We can handle everything from preliminary design and connections to complete models and shop drawings. Our senior management and review staff are U.S.-based, and they are available every step of the way.

Greenbrook Engineering’s quality control process makes use of two review teams, both of which closely examine every project independently. If either team finds an issue, the project is returned to the team for corrections. We ensure everything is thoroughly reviewed before submission.