Besides authoring BIM models, ENG can act as the project’s BIM Manager from design to construction and through handover for operations.
The BIM Execution Plan (BEP) outlines the standards and protocols that guide collaboration between the project team, including the GC, AEC firms, and other stakeholders, throughout the design and construction phases.
We can also create the contractual BIM requirements, produce and maintain the BIM Execution Plan, lead both design and construction BIM coordination processes, and monitor all parties’ follow-through and delivery as per requirements and the BIM execution plan throughout the entire project lifecycle.
The BEP defines the level of detail (LOD) to be modeled, file exchange processes, naming standards, and the roles and responsibilities of each party in the modeling process. The more thorough the BEP is before work commences, the smoother the project will run. ENG can assist in developing a BEP that meets the needs of the GC and the project team.
One of the most important goals of the utilization of BIM is the physical coordination of systems between disciplines, along with efficient and proper installation in the field.
Individual project schedules, Gantt charts, email alerts, documentation hosting, RFI logs, and project-specific group contact lists are all smoothly integrated into one easy-to-use, easy-to-access site.
Clash Detection reports
Constructability reviews
Virtual and/or personal Coordination meetings with architects, engineers, consultants, construction manager(s) and sub-contractors.
Acting as the project’s Lead BIM Pre-construction Coordinator is also a common role within our scope. When leading 3D spatial coordination, our goal is to collaboratively develop a fully coordinated construction model with all stakeholders, helping minimize rework, delays, and change orders in the field.
We unify the architectural and structural BIM models with those created by the different MEP trades. Using Autodesk® Navisworks or BIM 360™ Glue, we run clash detection and visual walkthroughs to resolve not only collisions but also issues related to installation clearances, space for maintenance, and other constructability factors. We lead the weekly coordination meetings and ensure that model updates are consistently followed through until reaching signed-off models ready for shop drawing creation.
ENG is fully capable of organizing and managing the coordination phase of a construction project. We have successfully led modeling and coordination efforts on dozens of multi-million-square-foot projects.
Improving construction costs by identifying and correcting clashes and constructability issues before the construction team is onsite.
Increasing the chances of winning a project bid by showing thoughtful design approaches using the visualization techniques inherent in BIM-based renderings.
Reducing the number of change orders, which reduces administrative expenses and processing time during construction.
Allowing more fabrication to happen off-site, greatly improving yard management activities.
During the course of any project, it is always convenient and useful to verify the consistency of the information contained within a Building Information Model (BIM). Failure to audit the BIM will undoubtedly result in unreliable output data and, by extension, generate false reports.
To obtain trustworthy output from BIM, all documentation must be constructed while respecting certain practices, standards, and Levels of Development (LOD). Output includes Construction Documents, Constructability Analysis, 3D Coordination, Bills of Materials, and 6D/7D Facilities Management models. It’s good practice to have an objective third party validate all BIMs developed at key points throughout a project.
With the vast experience that ENG holds in creating and validating BIMs, we can review whether designs to ensure specific methods (level of detail, naming standards, and other design criteria) are properly documented. ENG can serve as your outside neutral third-party to perform BIM validation. In addition, our BIM validation methods can coach a design team on the improved use of the BIM software.
All our services can be performed at our own office, communicating via web-based collaboration tools, video calls and traditional phone calls.
However, we also believe that for certain endeavors a personal presence is required in order to increase communication, thereby maximizing efficiency.
ENG designed a unique On-Site support business model, where we can provide on-site support by sending our BIM professionals to work at your office or in the field for a period of time (from a few weeks, months or even years at larger projects); while the rest of the team at ENG supports you from our offices.
We also offer different types of contracts to suit your needs, such as Time and Material, Lump Sum and Full-time engagements. Please contact us to discuss your next BIM project.
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