Design Construction Services plays a vital role in implementing the Universitys goal to expand, build, and maintain an excellent physical infrastructure with a commitment to innovation and impact through expansion. To meet the requirements of these developments, including targets identified in the campuss Long-Range Development Plan, the University endeavors to maximize the efficient use of existing space and build new facilities to support new and growing areas of the campus. UC Irvines infrastructure will support growing programs, populations, learning and research environments, and multiple levels of engagement.

Capital program priorities support the campuss strategic goals as articulated in the Strategic Academic Plan, the development objectives outlined in the 2007 Long Range Development Plan, and the context of the Physical Design Framework.

The program outlines new facilities required to accommodate the academic mission and other campus needs, with projects such as the Health Sciences Instruction and Research Building; Law Building; Sciences Instruction Research Building 2; and a new Academic Building.

Design Construction Services is responsible for implementing campus planning parameters for the UC Irvine campus encompassing all aspects of project delivery from program planning to final completion. As part of our role in managing construction projects, theDCS staff develop financial strategies, oversee architectural design, review plans, specifications, manage environmental reviews, prepare and negotiate construction contracts, coordinate staging plans, and manage construction. DCS manages these responsibilities for a university building program that is among the largest in the nation.

Design Construction Services is a group of dedicated Architects, Engineers, Project Managers, Inspectors, Contract Administrators, and Support Staff responsible for the implementation and management of the campus capital program. The department is comprised of five units: Project Management, Quality Assurance, Contract Administration, Construction Inspection, and Budget Finance Administration. The department is led by Assistant Vice Chancellor Campus Architect, Brian Pratt, AIA, DBIA, LEED AP, who is the designated Building Official for the campus.

With a capital program with projects budgeted in excess of $850 Million over the next six years, the Design Construction Services department supports the Universitys dynamic growth and shares its ambitious strategic vision to strengthen contributions in research, education, and service; accelerate ascendency among globally preeminent research universities; and marshal passions, skills, and ingenuity to further improve peoples lives.