
DESIGN-BUILD


One team. One plan.
A smoother way to build.
Design-build brings design and construction under one coordinated team.
Rather than owners holding separate contracts with an architect and a contractor, Opus holds the architect relationship directly, delivering design and construction through a single, integrated process from early planning through final delivery.
This approach improves communication, reduces friction between phases, and keeps the project moving with fewer gaps in responsibility.
Plans are developed with execution in mind from day one.
Best Fit For...
Design-build with Opus is well suited for:
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Owners who want one coordinated team from start to finish
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Projects where timing and alignment matter
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Teams looking to reduce gaps between design and construction
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Work that benefits from early contractor input and practical planning
If you want a more streamlined process with fewer handoffs and stronger execution, design-build is often the right path.
Scope of Services
Opus provides full design-build delivery through one coordinated team.
Services typically include:
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Unified management of design and construction for clear accountability
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Early collaboration with designers and trades to prevent misalignment later
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Budget and schedule guidance grounded in real construction costs
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Ongoing constructability review so plans stay practical and executable
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Faster, simpler decisions by reducing handoffs between phases
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End-to-end coordination from concept through closeout for smoother delivery
The result is a more efficient process with stronger continuity and fewer breakdowns along the way.
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Architect contracted directly through Opus, folded into one coordinated project price

The Opus Advantage
Instead of handing a project from one party to the next, Opus stays accountable from design through construction, keeping the work moving under one coordinated team.
Opus brings in-house construction expertise and self-perform capabilities that keep design decisions connected to the jobsite. The result is a simpler path forward, with delivery that stays aligned from start to finish.







