Design Risk Management - Practical Application on Site

Date: Tuesday 18 November 2025
This was an on-line event.
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Join Alex Andries, Associate Director at Independent Design House and Head of Bridges and Rail, for the webinar "Design Risk Management – Practical Application on Site." While Design Risk Management (DRM) is well established in design offices, its practical application during construction often poses challenges. Drawing on over 16 years of experience—including time spent on-site as an NEC3 Supervisor—Alex will share real-world insights from a complex, award-winning bridge refurbishment project. This session will explore the designer's role in hazard identification and risk elimination across a project's lifecycle, how to effectively communicate design risks among stakeholders, and the critical impact of late-stage design decisions on site safety. Attendees will also gain valuable lessons from site-based perspectives, including how incomplete or unclear design information can affect planning and the management of unforeseen conditions. This webinar is ideal for designers, contractors, and project teams seeking to bridge the gap between design intent and on-site safety outcomes.