Breakfast Seminar: De-Risking Design–Bid–Build Project Delivery

Practical Strategies for Owners, Contractors & Advisers

While alternative contract models have gained popularity in recent years, Design–Bid–Build (DBB) continues to be the preferred project delivery method in Manitoba.

Despite its widespread use across the construction industry, DBB carries inherent risks. Experienced owners and contractors are likely familiar with DBB projects that have gone wrong – often due to design gaps, unclear scope, misaligned assumptions or poorly defined bid packages and evaluations.

The MLT Aikins construction group and Colliers Project Leaders are pleased to host a joint breakfast seminar exploring common pitfalls of DBB and practical strategies to de-risk projects before issues escalate. Through real-world examples and engaging discussion, our speakers will share actionable insights to help improve DBB project outcomes.

What we’ll explore:

• Brief overview of the DBB model and ideal use cases
• Root causes of project risk in DBB implementation
• How to reduce risk and uncertainty before pricing
• Using the bid process to select the right constructor
• Managing liquidated damages and other risk transfer in the DBB context

Who should attend?

• In-house counsel to business procurement and construction delivery services
• Leadership teams for project owners and developers
• Project managers and contract administrators
• General contractors
• Procurement and strategic sourcing professionals

Speakers:

• Andrew Konopelny, partner, MLT Aikins
• Christian Fielding, team lead, Colliers Project Leaders

Event details:

• Date: Monday, March 16, 2026
  • Breakfast: 6:45–7:30 a.m.
  • Presentation & panel: 7:30–9:30 a.m.
• Location: Norwood Hotel (112 Marion Street, Winnipeg)
• Cost: $50/person, includes hot-breakfast
• Space is limited. Register by Monday, March 9 to secure your spot