Construction · Defined
Integrated project delivery (IPD)
A collaborative delivery approach aligning key participants early, with responsibilities and any shared commercial incentives established by agreement.
Why it matters
IPD is not simply another name for a GMP. Evaluate the actual contract structure and risk allocation rather than relying on the project’s marketing label.
In practice
A project example
Design and construction participants jointly evaluate an alternative before the design is finalized.
Technical references
General educational guidance from KOW Building Consultants. Examples are illustrative, not project records. The applicable contract, standard, program, and jurisdiction control the requirements for a specific assignment.