Student Resources
Student Academic Scholarship
DBIA Northwest is pleased to announce the availability of student scholarships for the 2026/27 school year. DBIA NW has partnered with ACE Mentor Program since 2014. We are looking for students in good academic standing who have displayed a commitment to learning and applying design-build best practices in their education. Please pass this information along to any students you know who should be considered for this opportunity. This is available to students entering their 3rd year and above of construction and design related fields of study.
Application Deadline: April 2, 2027
For questions, please contact Amy Ohlinger at office@dbianw.org or 206-338-7380
DBIA NW is proud to partner with the Ace Mentor Program of Seattle whose mission is to engage, excite, and enlighten high school students to pursue careers in architecture, engineering, and construction through mentoring and continued support for their advancement into the industry.
DBIA Student Chapters
Shape your future by joining a DBIA student chapter. We bring students of multiple disciplines together and give them access to industry leaders and the design-build network. Join your student chapter or start one at your school today.
DBIA Student Chapters develop strong working partnerships between students and industry professionals. By preparing the next generation of design-builders, we’re building not just projects but futures. Designing not just better ways to work, but better networks.
In May, we formed the student scholarship selection committee for 2026 and distributed the invitation for this year’s DBIA Northwest student scholarship submissions. The selection committee included a diverse group of industry professionals representing owners, architects, engineers, and contractors from across the Northwest region, bringing a broad range of perspectives to the review process.
• Eric Ritchey – HKS – Architect
• Camie Mamer – CPL – Engineer
• Harleen Garewal – Lease Crutcher Lewis – Project Engineer
• Kendra Kurz – Washington State University Capital Facilities – Owner
• Brydon Eakins – MGAC – Owner’s Representative
• Joshua Thomson – Lease Crutcher Lewis – DBIA / Project Manager (Moderator, non-voting)
Our committee reviewed this year’s submissions through a blind selection process designed to minimize bias and ensure each applicant was evaluated on merit.
Connor Reschke
Washington State University BS Civil Engineering, Minor in Spanish
“Progressive Design-Build provides a unique opportunity for collaboration between owners and contractors… Communication is the cornerstone of PDB.”
Connor has demonstrated exceptional leadership and service through his work as founder and president of Engineers in Action at WSU, where he has led engineering teams focused on humanitarian infrastructure projects. His work includes designing and implementing sustainable water distribution systems in underserved communities in Bolivia, while teaching local communities how to maintain these systems for long-term success. Connor also contributes through Habitat for Humanity, ASCE, sustainability research, and community outreach. His commitment to using engineering to improve quality of life reflects the collaborative and service-oriented values central to Design-Build.
Timothy Robinson
University of Washington, BS Construction Management
“Progressive Design-Build transforms traditional project delivery by uniting owners, designers, and general contractors under a single joint contract from the earliest stages.”
Timothy combines extensive hands-on construction experience with strong leadership in student engagement. Before entering university, he worked in residential construction and remodeling, gaining early exposure to practical design-build collaboration. He currently serves as President of the DBIA Student Chapter at the University of Washington, where he connects students with industry professionals and promotes education around collaborative project delivery. Timothy also competed in the ASC competition and continues to build expertise in virtual design, preconstruction, and owner collaboration. His passion for mentorship and integrated delivery exemplifies the future of the Design-Build industry.
Matthew Jordan
Washington State University, Master of Architecture (M.Arch)
“Progressive Design Build shifts project delivery from an often adversarial, fragmented process into a unified partnership.”
Matthew brings a strong blend of architectural design, building science research, and real-world Design-Build experience. As a Design-Build intern at Sound Transit, he has gained firsthand exposure to collaborative delivery on complex regional infrastructure projects. Matthew has also served in leadership roles within AIAS at WSU, helping strengthen connections between architecture students and industry professionals. His passion for high-performance buildings, integrated delivery, and sustainable architecture positions him as a promising future leader in Design-Build.