Design Assist: Efficiency & Constructability for Masonry
Wednesday, April 2, 2025 | 12-1 p.m. Eastern Time
1 lu/hsw
Design assist and delegated design are crucial concepts in the construction industry. Design assist involves engaging subcontractors or specialists early in the design process, allowing their expertise to enhance efficiency and constructability. Delegated design, on the other hand, shifts design responsibilities from the primary architects and engineers to specialized consultants or subcontractors. Join us to explore how these collaborative approaches can optimize masonry projects. Discover where design assist delivers the most significant benefits and how working with a qualified masonry subcontractor can elevate your project outcomes.
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Learning Objectives:
- Describe limitations and risks associated with design assist to ensure compliance and construction quality.
- Explore case studies where design assist aided in a sustainable solution.
- Define design assist and how it differs from delegated design.
- Evaluate when it makes sense to use design assist on a project and how it will help promote functionality and safety.
About the Speaker
Sam Rubenzer, PE, SE
Structural Engineer, FORSE Consulting
Sam started FORSE in 2010, were he works as a delegated designer for other structural engineers on designs involving steel, concrete, PT concrete, masonry, and wood construction. He often speaks on the topics of software use and best practices in masonry design.
Sam has over 20 years of experience and is a licensed structural engineer (SE) and a professional engineer (PE) in many of the Midwestern states. He has also been a consultant to IMI for the past 10 years.
