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BIM-Based Construction Management

A special issue of Buildings (ISSN 2075-5309). This special issue belongs to the section "Construction Management, and Computers & Digitization".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (1 September 2023) | Viewed by 9177

Special Issue Editors

Dr. Michael Riedl

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Guest Editor
Fraunhofer Italia Research, 39100 Bolzano, Italy
Interests: digital twin; BIM-based methodologies; construction management; Open BIM; human centred technologies; simulation technologies; sustainable manufacturing; KI-based assistance systems
Dr. Siegele Dietmar

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Guest Editor
Fraunhofer Italia Research, 39100 Bolzano, Italy
Interests: digital building; digital construction; digital twin; energy efficiency; building energy management

Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

This Special Issue of Buildings explores construction management using building information modelling (BIM). In recent years, BIM has mainly been used in the planning process, and data have rarely been shared with other parties involved in the construction process. However, the use of BIM also offers great benefits for contractors and construction management. For example, by applying the BIM concept, information can be shared almost in real time; however, so far, this is often only used in one direction (from design to execution). In reality, the information stored in the BIM is also often not updated continuously (which would also enable updates in construction certificate processes, for example), but only at the end of the construction phase.

This Special Issue seeks to further close these gaps. Contributions on methods, innovative concepts, and case studies dealing with the topic of construction (site) management are welcome, with a focus on collaboration and Open BIM.

Dr. Michael Riedl
Dr. Siegele Dietmar
Guest Editors

Manuscript Submission Information

Manuscripts should be submitted online at www.mdpi.com by registering and logging in to this website. Once you are registered, click here to go to the submission form. Manuscripts can be submitted until the deadline. All submissions that pass pre-check are peer-reviewed. Accepted papers will be published continuously in the journal (as soon as accepted) and will be listed together on the special issue website. Research articles, review articles as well as short communications are invited. For planned papers, a title and short abstract (about 100 words) can be sent to the Editorial Office for announcement on this website.

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Please visit the Instructions for Authors page before submitting a manuscript. The Article Processing Charge (APC) for publication in this open access journal is 2600 CHF (Swiss Francs). Submitted papers should be well formatted and use good English. Authors may use MDPI's English editing service prior to publication or during author revisions.

Keywords

  • construction management
  • open BIM
  • building permit
  • as-built models
  • construction models
  • building permit
  • as-built models
  • construction site
  • BIM collaboration format
  • real-time data exchange

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Off-Site Manufacturing: Determining Decision-Making Factors
by Mohamed M. Kosbar, Emad Elbeltagi, Ibrahim Mahdi, Mahmoud Kassem and A. Ehab
Buildings 2023, 13(11), 2856; https://doi.org/10.3390/buildings13112856 - 15 Nov 2023
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New technologies like modular construction are expected to increase the market share in developing countries with a high annual growth rate such as in Egypt. Modular construction solutions that have content depending on the process of off-site construction and on-site transportation gained prominence [...] Read more.
New technologies like modular construction are expected to increase the market share in developing countries with a high annual growth rate such as in Egypt. Modular construction solutions that have content depending on the process of off-site construction and on-site transportation gained prominence over recent years due to several benefits, especially their positive impact on the environment. Off-site manufacturing (OSM) and traditional technologies like on-site ones differ in many aspects of design, requirements, logistics, engineering, and others. Many researchers studied modular construction and they fall short of investigating modular construction processes comprehensively and completely. In this paper, the barriers and benefits of using off-site manufacturing (OSM) are collected from the previous studies (that focused on mega projects, high quality, and fast-track projects) to be analyzed using a social network analysis (SNA) to promote the implementation of this new technology mainly in high-annual-growth-rate countries. A survey was used to solicit the opinions of construction practitioners to identify the most significant barriers and obstacles, as well as the benefits of using OSM. Also, due to the capabilities of Building Information Modeling (BIM) to manage shared information and increase the cooperation among project parties, the integration of OSM and BIM is investigated as a promising approach to overcome OSM barriers and enhance its utilization. Analyzing the main barriers’ density and finding out the main solution are involved. Applying this case to a real project in Egypt to study the impact of using (OSM) on-site and exporting the data are also involved. With some results related to the other results and disadvantages that were deduced, the most important advantages and most disadvantages emerged, as well as finding ways to solve them and practical application on the ground. Full article
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Building Information Modeling—Empowering Construction Projects with End-to-End Life Cycle Management
by Ahsan Waqar, Idris Othman, Saleh Hayat, Dorin Radu, Muhammad Basit Khan, Teofil Florin Galatanu, Hammad R. Almujibah, Marijana Hadzima-Nyarko and Omrane Benjeddou
Buildings 2023, 13(8), 2041; https://doi.org/10.3390/buildings13082041 - 10 Aug 2023
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The construction industry has been significantly transformed by the implementation of Building Information Modeling (BIM), which has facilitated extensive project management capabilities across the entire life cycle. Notwithstanding its advantages, there exist certain limitations that hinder its extensive implementation. This study aims to [...] Read more.
The construction industry has been significantly transformed by the implementation of Building Information Modeling (BIM), which has facilitated extensive project management capabilities across the entire life cycle. Notwithstanding its advantages, there exist certain limitations that hinder its extensive implementation. This study aims to investigate the disparities related to the adoption of Building Information Modeling (BIM) by conducting a thorough analysis of factors such as data interoperability, standardization, collaboration, skill gaps, and resistance to change. The data were collected through a preliminary pilot survey and a primary questionnaire. The collected data were then subjected to analysis using two statistical techniques: Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA) and Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM). This study reveals noteworthy associations between the adoption of Building Information Modeling (BIM) and several crucial factors, including Continuous Integration (CI), Monitoring and Control (MC), Project Management (PM), Resolution and Performance (RP), Structural Management (SM), Sustainability Administration (SA), and Value Management (VM). This study provides valuable insights for professionals and policymakers, offering recommendations to enhance the implementation of Building Information Modeling (BIM) and advocating for additional research on complementary factors. Through the identification and subsequent resolution of recognized shortcomings, Building Information Modeling (BIM) can be employed in a proficient manner to augment collaboration, mitigate costs, optimize energy efficiency, and implement sustainable construction methodologies. The present study makes a substantial contribution to the progress of Building Information Modeling (BIM) adoption and the efficient management of construction project life cycles. Full article
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Maximizing Energy Efficiency and Daylight Performance in Office Buildings in BIM through RBFOpt Model-Based Optimization: The GENIUS Project
by Julia Ratajczak, Dietmar Siegele and Elias Niederwieser
Buildings 2023, 13(7), 1790; https://doi.org/10.3390/buildings13071790 - 14 Jul 2023
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Architects face the challenge of exploring various design solutions in the early design stage, often with conflicting optimization goals. To tackle this complexity, they need to rely on tools and methodologies during the conceptual phase to assess and optimize designs, considering multiple aspects [...] Read more.
Architects face the challenge of exploring various design solutions in the early design stage, often with conflicting optimization goals. To tackle this complexity, they need to rely on tools and methodologies during the conceptual phase to assess and optimize designs, considering multiple aspects of building performance. Parametric Design, Generative Design, and automation in Building Information Modelling (BIM) offer architects new opportunities to work on complex buildings. These advancements empower designers to enhance their designs, increase project efficiency, improve performance, and reduce project time and costs. Multi-Objective Optimization algorithms are employed to address conflicting objectives in the design process. The GENIUS project introduces an Algorithm-Aided Design workflow that optimizes the building shape and Window-to-Wall Ratio of an office building, considering energy and daylight performance. The integration of BIM software, visual programming tools, and Artificial Intelligence techniques (Genetic Algorithms and RBFOpt model-based optimization) allows architects to identify optimal solutions aligning with design objectives. The workflow was validated through a case study of a large office building, focusing on maximizing daylight performance using the Spatial Daylight Autonomy metric and minimizing energy consumption using the Energy Use Intensity metric. The GENIUS project equips architects with a methodology and toolset to improve their designs and identify optimal solutions for complex design challenges. Full article
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Digital Transformation of Building Permits: Current Status, Maturity, and Future Prospects
by Mariana Ataide, Orjola Braholli and Dietmar Siegele
Buildings 2023, 13(10), 2554; https://doi.org/10.3390/buildings13102554 - 10 Oct 2023
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Building permits ensure construction meets codes and regulations, but the traditional permitting process is often complex and inefficient. This perspective paper examines the current state and maturity of digitizing and automating building permits. We studied current permit workflows and the recent literature to [...] Read more.
Building permits ensure construction meets codes and regulations, but the traditional permitting process is often complex and inefficient. This perspective paper examines the current state and maturity of digitizing and automating building permits. We studied current permit workflows and the recent literature to identify digitization opportunities like online portals, automated code-checking, and data integration. Most jurisdictions are only in the early digital stages, focused on implementing electronic document management and online portals. Some leading cities have piloted more advanced capabilities like automated code compliance checking, but widespread adoption lags. The greatest challenges exist around fragmented IT environments, data integration, organizational inertia, and failing to adapt to technological advancements, such as the example of AI. Achieving higher digital permitting processes requires optimized data sharing, instant feedback loops, and automation-enabled plan reviews. While pockets of innovation exist, mainstream adoption lags behind visionary potential. Realizing the future permitting paradigm demands open data standards, configurable software infrastructure, and organizational commitment to digitize end-to-end. This paper presents regulators and innovators with a perspective framework to evolve permitting towards smarter, faster, and more integrated digital systems and strategies. Full article
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A Systematic Literature Review of the Adoption of Building Information Modelling (BIM) on Life Cycle Cost (LCC)
by Esam Alasmari, Pedro Martinez-Vazquez and Charalampos Baniotopoulos
Buildings 2022, 12(11), 1829; https://doi.org/10.3390/buildings12111829 - 31 Oct 2022
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The need for embedding sustainability in construction development contributed to the introduction of Building information Modelling (BIM) to be adopted into the Life Cycle Cost (LCC) process. Through BIM, project information used during design can be shared to estimate the project’s end of [...] Read more.
The need for embedding sustainability in construction development contributed to the introduction of Building information Modelling (BIM) to be adopted into the Life Cycle Cost (LCC) process. Through BIM, project information used during design can be shared to estimate the project’s end of life costs. LCC enables to assess the overall cost of an asset (building) through its life cycle via functionalities including the original investment costs, maintenance expenses, operating expenses, and the remaining value of the asset at the end of its life. The objective of this paper is to discuss the merging of BIM into LCC through four prevalent aspects; methodology, design software used, benefits, and challenges. A total of 20 studies were reviewed upon filtering process using PRISMA method. These studies discussed at least one of the aspects mentioned and contributed to the information regarding BIM and LCC. This paper thus aims to expanding studies on BIM adoption on LCC through the collected information sourced from peer-reviewed publications. Full article
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