The Coleman Executive Roundtable for Architects and Engineers

The quarterly Roundtable is a community of architectural and engineering industry leaders who come together to network and learn.

Senior executives and corporate counsel of architecture and engineering firms gather for a 45-minute presentation by experts on a topic of immediate and practical relevance, followed by 45 minutes of discussion. Peers share ideas about current issues and best practices.

To ensure a true roundtable discussion, participation is limited. If you’re interested in being put on the invitation list, please contact Kelly Burns (event planner for The Coleman Executive Roundtable) at 612-877-8202 or krb@jwcolaw.com

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Project Delivery Methods: What You Choose Matters More Than You Think

Join us for an engaging roundtable discussion focused on project delivery methodologies and their real-world impact on risk, collaboration, and project success. Designed for architects and engineers, this session will explore the practical differences between common delivery models—such as design-bid-build, design-build, agent at risk, and construction manager at risk—and how each approach shapes roles, responsibilities, and potential liability. Through discussion and shared experiences, we’ll examine how early decisions in project structure can influence outcomes long after construction begins.

Whether you’re advising clients, negotiating contracts, or managing projects, this conversation will provide valuable insight into aligning delivery methods with project goals while minimizing risk.

Presenters:

Lauren Lockwood, Senior Project Manager, JEDunn
Andrew Donovan, Client Advocate & Broker, WTW A&E
Tom Schmall, Retired VP; Principal, Mortenson

Roundtable Dates for 2026

• February 10 - Marketing: How to Get into Trouble Outside Your Contract
• May 12 - Project Delivery Methods: What You Choose Matters More Than You Think
• August 11 - Sustainability, Well Buildings, Climate (In-Person)
• November 10 - Generational Issues Updates

Highlights from Previous Roundtables