Speed Networking - Architects / Engineers x General Contractors

Thursday, October 22, 2026 9:05 AM to 9:35 AM · 30 min. (US/Eastern)
Networking Lounge - Exhibit Hall

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Partnership or Pain Point? Building Better A/E-GC Relationships 

Let's address the elephant on the construction site. This session creates a safe space for architects, engineers, and general contractors to discuss common friction points—and discover partnership opportunities. Talk constructability reviews, RFI overload, value engineering tensions, and coordination challenges. But more importantly, connect with professionals committed to collaborative delivery methods, early contractor involvement, and integrated project approaches. Whether you're looking to improve existing relationships or forge new ones built on mutual respect and shared sustainability goals, these conversations can transform how your next project unfolds. 

Location
Networking Lounge - Exhibit Hall
Program
Thursday Expo Hall
Pass Type
Conference PassConference Pass + Sustainable Finance & Investing ForumExpo + Evening Events PassExpo PassStudent PassSustainable Finance & Investing Forum 2 Day PassSustainable Finance & Investing Forum 4 Day PassVolunteer Pass
Track
Networking
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