8:00 am - 11.00 am Workshop A: In Depth Case Study Analysis of the Western Wake Freeway

Representatives from the Design-Builder, Raleigh-Durham Roadbuilers, and the lead engineer, The LPA Group, will showcase cost and time saving innovations developed during the Design- Build procurement process as well as the application of novel toll collection technologies proposed for this state-of-the-art project valued at $446 million. The project is unique as the first project in the United States designated and built to utilize an all electronic toll collection system. This in depth case study will give you exclusive access to see what innovations are being incorporated into the design of this ongoing project.

What will be covered:

• Design-Build contract procurement strategies
• Cost and time saving innovation
• Project management principles
• Aesthetic features on the project
• Electronic tolling systems

How you will benefit:

• See how the Design-Build process leads to innovative and efficient design and construction solutions
• Discuss how design and construction are evolving simultaneously
• Discuss an approach to incorporating aesthetic features into a highway project
• Discuss the incorporation of all electronic toll collection system

11:15 am - 2.15 am Workshop B: Infrastructure Investment and Risk Mitigation – Criteria for Supporting Engineering Projects

Engineering options in regards to what should be maintained and rebuilt can be dictate on how well funding is invested in from the financial markets. This session will highlight the criteria that financial firms look for when getting involved in certain municipalities over others. It’s important that chief engineers take this perspective into considerations along with their strategies for nationwide maintenance and bridge replacement.

What will be covered:

• Financing specifics for engineers
• What projects are more attractive for financial investors

How you will benefit:

• Understand how financial investing can lead to long term growth
• Hear specifics of how alternative funding can work alongside federal funding for improvement to transportation projects
• Set a roadmap of requirements and potential for ROI within your structures projects

Richard Ornitz
Chair Infrastructure
DLA PIPER