With this issue's focus on design/build, we showcased Rosendin Electric, based in San Jose, Calif., because CEO Tom Sorley is chairman of the Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA). It becomes apparent through this interview with Sorley and Rosendin’s Willie Micene why an electrical contractor would become more deeply involved in design/build. READ MORE
Mark Federle
Freelance Writer
Mark Federle is the McShane chair of construction engineering at Marquette University in Milwaukee. He can be reached at mark.federle@marquette.edu.
Articles by Mark Federle
June 2008
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Electrical contractors who work with facility owners and the general contractors during the preconstruction and build process—especially for projects seeking Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification—do their clients a great service. State and federal ordinances and the push to get buildings LEED certified mean that energy savings become more important. READ MORE
April 2008
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Within the next year or so, design/build in electrical construction is expected to reach a tipping point where more than 50 percent of all projects (by revenue) will be completed using the design/build delivery method. Given this, it is important for electrical contractors to ensure they are developing strategic plans for their companies around enhancing their design/build capabilities. READ MORE