Design-Build

No other process ensures speed of schedule and accuracy of pricing as the design-build method. And Woodward’s had over 100 years of perfecting our approach.

Design-build is an integrated project delivery method in which a single entity—the design-build team—manages both the design and construction phases under one contract. This approach fosters seamless collaboration among architects, engineers, and contractors, minimizing miscommunication and reducing delays. By streamlining decision-making and enhancing coordination, design-build leads to faster project completion and greater cost efficiency.

The key advantage of design-build lies in its unified structure, which consolidates responsibility into a single point of contact, ensuring accountability and simplifying the client experience. Our approach harnesses the power of both our in-house design and construction expertise, allowing us to accurately assess cost, schedule, and project scope early in the process. This holistic strategy optimizes efficiency and delivers superior results.

Construction Management (At Risk)

We work in close collaboration with the design firm to ensure your projects success from pre-construction to closeout.

Through the Construction Management at Risk (CM at Risk) approach, we serve as the general contractor during construction, collaborating closely with all project stakeholders. We take on the responsibility of subcontracting work and guaranteeing project completion, providing clients with confidence in cost control and risk management.

This method offers a unique opportunity to leverage the extensive construction management expertise that Woodward has cultivated over years of industry leadership. By combining our deep knowledge with proactive oversight, we ensure efficient execution and successful project delivery.

Other Integrated Delivery Methods (Design-Assist, or general early engagement)

Experience the many of the benefits of our preconstruction services while we collaborate with your designers of choice throughout the design process.

In a design-assist role, our experienced preconstruction professionals provide critical oversight, including review, coordination, management, quality control, and compliance services. This approach ensures seamless integration between design and construction, enhancing efficiency and constructability while maintaining project integrity, even when primary engineering and design are handled by other firms.

General Contracting

We are driven by executional excellence. Focusing on safety, quality and project controls.

As one of the region’s leading builders, Woodward offers the full range of general construction capabilities. In addition to the support and resources provided by our many other in-house groups, we offer clients a highly-trained, safety-oriented workforce, strong relationships with the area’s best subcontractors, extensive experience in both negotiated and bid projects, and a tradition of quality dating back over a century.