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Course overview
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The project team & project phases
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The fundamentals of project delivery
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Design-Bid-Build (DBB)
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Design-Build (DB)
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Construction Manager at Risk
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Public-Private Partnership (P3)
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Integrated Project Delivery (IPD)
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Final knowledge check
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Summary and key takeaways
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We want to hear from you!
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Conclusion
Intro to Project Delivery Methods
Learn the essential construction project delivery methods: Design-Build, CMaR, IPD, and more.
Instructor: Janine Trinidad
1 hour
Last reviewed 12/2025
Multimedia Content
Course Description
Every construction project starts with a big decision about how it will get done. This fundamental structure is called project delivery. Project delivery defines how the owner organizes contracts, assigns responsibilities, and manages the flow of work between the design team, construction professionals, and other important groups. Choosing the correct project delivery method is one of the most important early decisions because it impacts team communication, budget control, and who takes on the risk and liability. This course offers a clear introduction to these concepts, whether you are just starting out in the industry or looking to refresh your knowledge. By understanding project delivery, you will be better equipped to plan smarter, collaborate better, and deliver successful projects that are on time and on budget.
The course is organized to build your knowledge step-by-step. We start by exploring the foundational elements of construction planning. You will first identify the core project team members—the Owner, the Design Team, and the Build Team—and describe the typical project phases from preconstruction through completion. Next, the course dives into the fundamentals of project delivery. Understanding these workflows will help you recognize how different delivery methods shift responsibilities and allocate risk across the project.
The main focus of the course covers five widely used project delivery methods. You will explore the structure and purpose of Design-Bid-Build (DBB), Design-Build (DB), Construction Manager at Risk (CMaR), Integrated Project Delivery (IPD), and Public-Private Partnership (P3). By comparing these methods, you will understand how each one looks in action and how it influences team collaboration, budget, and overall project success. When you walk away from the course, you will be able to define project delivery and its core components, understand contract structure, and be more equipped to lead teams and projects with purpose.
Learning Objectives
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Identify the key roles on a construction project team.
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Describe the typical phases of a construction project.
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Define project delivery and explain its core components.
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Explore five major project delivery methods: Design-Bid-Build (DBB), Design-Build (DB), Construction Manager at Risk (CMaR), Integrated Project Delivery (IPD), and Public-Private Partnership (P3)
Prerequisites
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Learning Level: Beginner
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Prerequisite Knowledge: None.
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Recommended Knowledge: None.
Continuing Education Course Credits
Course Title: Intro to Project Delivery Methods
Course Number: PC-03-120225
Session Number: 1
Curriculum Group Name: AIA Providers
Credit: 1 AIA LU
Course Expiration Date: 12/15/2028
Procore's Continuing Education courses may qualify for continuing education credits with other professional organizations or fulfill state licensing requirements. If you are a member of a different organization, you can download your course completion certificate from your learning profile and report your completion yourself to the organization for potential credit. Please refer to the organization's continuing education requirements for course eligibility information.
AIA CES Provider statement
Procore Technologies is a registered provider of AIA-approved continuing education under Provider Number 40108059. All registered AIA CES Providers must comply with the AIA Standards for Continuing Education Programs. Any questions or concerns about this provider or this learning program may be sent to AIA CES (cessupport@aia.org or (800) AIA 3837, Option 3).
This learning program is registered with AIA CES for continuing professional education. As such, it does not include content that may be deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by the AIA of any material of construction or any method or manner of handling, using, distributing, or dealing in any material or product. AIA continuing education credit has been reviewed and approved by AIA CES. Learners must complete the entire learning program to receive continuing education credit. AIA continuing education Learning Units earned upon completion of this course will be reported to AIA CES for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for both AIA members and non-AIA members are available upon request.
AIA continuing education credit has been reviewed and approved by AIA CES. Learners must complete the entire learning program to receive continuing education credit. AIA continuing education Learning Units earned upon completion of this course will be reported to AIA CES for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for both AIA members and non-AIA members are available upon request.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tangible skills or benefits will I gain from completing this training?
Upon completion, you will be able to plan smarter, collaborate better, and deliver successful projects that are on time and on budget. You will also be equipped to recognize how different delivery methods shift responsibilities, risk, and communication among core project teams.
How many project delivery methods are covered in this course?
This course provides an overview of five major project delivery methods that professionals may encounter in the construction industry. These methods are Design-Bid-Build (DBB), Design-Build (DB), Construction Manager at Risk (CMaR), Integrated Project Delivery (IPD), and Public-Private Partnership (P3).
Is this course suitable for beginners or only experienced professionals?
The course is designed to be accessible whether you are just starting out in construction or are an experienced professional looking to refresh your foundational knowledge of project delivery.
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Instructors
Janine Trinidad
Janine Trinidad is a Construction Educational professional for Procore Technologies. In previous roles, Janine managed all phases of construction on hotel, mixed-use, and institutional projects in the San Francisco Bay area. She was responsible for negotiating contract budgets and change orders, managing RFIs and submittals, and overseeing quality control, among other duties. She is also a certified transformational coach with a focus on women-centered and trauma-informed methods. She is passionate about transforming the construction industry to be a healthier, more successful and welcoming place to work and believes technology and education are allies in doing so.