BIM & Digital Engineering Management
Our comprehensive service adapts to the unique needs of our clients and their projects. We offer assistance in developing and implementing project BIM-DE strategies, with early engagement being crucial for digital success.
By engaging early, we collaborate with the project team to establish Project Information Requirements and oversee their implementation throughout the project lifecycle. As the project's BIM-DE focal point, we guide the team and foster collaboration.
To ensure consistency in modeling, information management, data capture, documentation practices, and project delivery targets, we collaboratively develop project-specific rules, guidelines, and definitions. These are managed through our project BIM-DE Execution Plan, which evolves with the project and imposes stricter rules as it progresses from design development to construction.
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BIM / DE Management
Our BIM / DE Management services consist of the following tasks, workflows & processes to ensure project delivery success. Development, review, and publication of documentation to support BIM & DE implementation on projects, such as the BIM/Digital Engineering Execution Plan: This involves the comprehensive process of creating, reviewing, and finalizing documentation that outlines the strategies, methodologies, and workflows for implementing Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Digital Engineering (DE) on specific projects. The documentation, such as the BIM/Digital Engineering Execution Plan, will detail how BIM and DE will be integrated into the project, including roles and responsibilities, data management protocols, and collaboration processes. Management of BIM / DE project stakeholders to support project delivery and asset management outcomes: Managing BIM and DE project stakeholders entails building and maintaining effective communication channels between all parties involved in the project, including architects, engineers, contractors, and owners. The aim is to ensure that everyone is aligned with the project goals and that BIM and DE processes are fully understood and adhered to throughout the project lifecycle. This management also involves facilitating coordination and collaboration among stakeholders to achieve successful project delivery and optimize asset management outcomes. Project implementation of BIM / DE standards to enable consistent information management through all stages of the project lifecycle: Implementing BIM and DE standards requires the practical application of established guidelines and best practices throughout the entire project lifecycle. This includes defining standardized data structures, naming conventions, and file formats to ensure seamless information exchange and interoperability between different software applications. The objective is to maintain consistency in data representation and accessibility, enhancing project efficiency and accuracy from design to construction and beyond. Digitalisation of BIM / DE workflows and standards to enable automated processes: This task involves the transformation of traditional manual BIM and DE workflows into digital formats, utilizing advanced technologies and automation tools. By digitizing processes, repetitive tasks can be streamlined, and efficiency can be significantly improved. Automation can range from automatic clash detection to data validation, reducing human error and enabling more agile decision-making during the project's life cycle. Management and implementation of Open BIM standards across the project: Open BIM standards are essential for ensuring that different software applications used by various project stakeholders can effectively communicate and exchange data. The task involves overseeing the adoption and integration of Open BIM standards, such as Industry Foundation Classes (IFC), in the project environment. This allows for seamless collaboration and information exchange between disciplines, irrespective of the software they are using, promoting interoperability and avoiding data silos. Management and implementation of Cloud-based project collaboration systems: This task encompasses the selection, configuration, and deployment of Cloud-based collaboration platforms that facilitate real-time access to project data, models, and documents for all relevant stakeholders. These cloud platforms enable teams to work collaboratively, no matter their geographical locations, and offer features like version control, permissions management, and change tracking. The aim is to enhance communication, foster efficient collaboration, and ensure that project data is securely stored and accessible when needed. Model Coordination / Clash detection reviews and issue resolution management: Model coordination involves the process of combining multidisciplinary models to identify and resolve clashes or conflicts between various building elements. It includes conducting regular reviews of the models and using clash detection software to pinpoint clashes, such as instances where elements overlap or interfere with one another. The task also involves coordinating with relevant stakeholders to resolve these issues promptly to avoid construction errors and delays. BIM / DE Documentation Audits for compliance of project DE standards such as the BIM/Digital Engineering Execution Plan, Model Production Delivery Table (MPDT), Master Information Delivery Plan (MIDP) dRofus Management Plan, Project BIM Briefs, etc.: Conducting BIM and DE Documentation Audits involves thorough examinations of the project documentation, ensuring that they adhere to established project-specific Digital Engineering standards, such as the BIM/Digital Engineering Execution Plan, Model Production Delivery Table (MPDT), Master Information Delivery Plan (MIDP), dRofus Management Plan, Project BIM Briefs, and other relevant guidelines. The purpose of these audits is to verify compliance with the agreed-upon standards and to identify any areas that require improvement or revision. Model Audit reviews for compliance of project DE standards including model health, LOD, asset information, etc.: Model Audit reviews involve assessing the quality and adherence to project-specific Digital Engineering standards of the BIM models created throughout the project lifecycle. This includes evaluating the model's health, accuracy, level of development (LOD), and the inclusion of comprehensive asset information. By conducting these audits, potential issues can be identified, such as incomplete or inaccurate models, and corrective measures can be taken to ensure the models meet the desired quality standards. Manipulation of asset data formats between proprietary and open data formats to support BIM / DE processes: This task involves the conversion and manipulation of asset data from proprietary formats (formats specific to particular software) to open data formats, ensuring seamless integration and data exchange between various BIM and DE tools. The goal is to avoid data loss and maintain data fidelity during the transfer process. By enabling interoperability between different software applications, data can flow smoothly through the project lifecycle, enhancing collaboration and data utilization. Development of BIM / DE assurance systems and processes to meet key asset lifecycle milestones and asset management outcomes: Developing BIM and DE assurance systems involves establishing robust processes and protocols to ensure that key asset lifecycle milestones are met and that asset management outcomes are achieved successfully. These systems provide a framework for regular reviews, assessments, and validations to monitor the progress and quality of BIM and DE deliverables against predefined targets. The ultimate aim is to guarantee that the implemented BIM and DE methodologies align with the project's objectives and contribute positively to asset management throughout the asset's life cycle.
BIM / DE Audits
Our BIM / DE Audit services consist of the following tasks, workflows & processes to ensure project delivery success. Review of Model Coordination: Conduct clash detection reviews to identify and resolve clashes between different models. Ensure that coordination issues are properly documented and communicated to relevant stakeholders for resolution. Verify that clash resolution actions are carried out appropriately. Model Health Assessment: Evaluate the overall health of the BIM models, including their structure, cleanliness, and adherence to best practices. Check for geometry errors, overlapping elements, and other issues that may affect model accuracy and performance. Assess the compliance of the models with the specified LOD (Level of Development) requirements. Model Data Checks: Validate the accuracy and completeness of the information within the BIM models. Ensure that all required data parameters are correctly populated and linked to the corresponding elements. Verify that the data is consistent and follows the specified data standards. dRofus Data Checks: Review the integration and accuracy of data from dRofus (a planning and data management tool) into the BIM models. Check that the data in dRofus aligns with the BIM models and project requirements. Validate the integrity of dRofus data and its relevance for asset management outcomes. Compliance with BIM/DE Documentation: Audit the BIM/Digital Engineering Execution Plan to ensure it aligns with project requirements and standards. Check Model Production Delivery Table (MPDT) and Master Information Delivery Plan (MIDP) for adherence to guidelines. Verify compliance with other relevant DE standards and project BIM briefs. Asset Information and LOD Compliance: Review the BIM models to ensure that the required asset information is present and accurate. Assess the Level of Development (LOD) of the models to ensure it meets the project's specific needs at different stages of the lifecycle. Data Format Manipulation: Ensure that data exchange between proprietary and open data formats is executed correctly and without loss of information. Validate the integrity of data during the manipulation process to maintain data accuracy and consistency. Assurance Systems and Processes: Develop BIM/DE assurance systems and processes that align with key asset lifecycle milestones. Implement quality control measures to monitor ongoing compliance with BIM/DE standards and requirements. Ensure that processes are in place to support asset management outcomes effectively. A successful BIM Audit involves meticulous evaluation of various aspects related to BIM models, coordination, data, and compliance with project standards. By conducting these tasks thoroughly, the audit helps to identify areas of improvement and ensure that the BIM process aligns with the project's objectives and requirements.
Our BIM-DE Management utilises cutting-edge cloud-based technology, enabling streamlined coordination workflows and real-time access to the latest information for all project stakeholders. This includes industry-leading issue tracking tools that facilitate real-time collaboration. By delivering BIM and clash detection issue tracking through a cloud-based platform, our reporting and tracking tools are always up to date, benefiting the entire project team.
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As part of our service, we take the lead in chairing and documenting all BIM coordination workshops. These workshops serve as opportunities to review the model, discuss its progress, and address outstanding issues. Comments and discussions are recorded in cloud-based collaboration software for real-time review as the project advances.
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We provide comprehensive support in data management, ensuring model compliance and effectively managing the expectations of the project delivery team at all stages of the project. Additionally, we offer BIM advisory support, representing our clients in BIM and Digital Engineering discussions. We provide industry best practices and recommendations to mitigate project risks.
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With our expertise and commitment to excellence, we help our clients navigate the complexities of BIM-DE, optimise collaboration, and achieve successful project outcomes.​