Building information modeling for infrastructure: An engineer's perspective
Construction Dive
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Dive deeper into the transportation asset life cycle with Building Information Modeling (BIM) for infrastructure.
Is a Career Shift from Site Engineer to BIM Specialist Worth It in 2025?
Construction Placements
APRIL 7, 2025
Is a Career Shift from Site Engineer to BIM Specialist Worth It in 2025? Thinking about moving from a traditional Site Engineer role to a tech-driven BIM Specialist career? The post Is a Career Shift from Site Engineer to BIM Specialist Worth It in 2025? appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.
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BIM -Building Information Modeling |Revolutionizing Construction
Vin Civilworld
JULY 6, 2024
Building Information Modeling (BIM) revolutionizes construction and engineering projects, integrating data for planning, design, construction, and management. BIM has applications across various industries, including architecture, engineering, infrastructure, real estate, manufacturing, and healthcare.
Top 9 Leading Building Information Modelling (BIM) Companies
CCE Magazine
JANUARY 21, 2025
BIM is revolutionising the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry by streamlining project workflows, improving collaboration, and enhancing efficiency. As construction projects become more complex, the demand for reliable Building Information Modelling software solutions continues to rise.
Trimble Announces 2024 Tekla Global BIM Awards Winners
Civil + Structural Engineer
OCTOBER 15, 2024
WESTMINSTER, Colo., — Trimble ® (Nasdaq: TRMB) announced today the winners of its 2024 Tekla ® Global Building Information Modeling (BIM) Awards. The overall winner for the best BIM project of 2024 is the Kruunuvuori Bridge in Helsinki, an end-to-end BIM project.
Removing the Roadblocks to Sharing Model Data
Civil + Structural Engineer
MAY 1, 2023
By Peg Landry Our new study, “Finding Common Ground: The Future of Project Information Management,” examines challenges related to sharing project information, including model data. The study uncovered both technological and human obstacles to effectively sharing model data. What is BIM – Building Information Modeling?
Can AI Replace My Job as a Site Engineer? How to Future‑Proof Your Construction Career
Construction Placements
APRIL 21, 2025
Can AI Replace My Job as a Site Engineer? How to FutureProof Your Construction Career As AI transforms construction sites, site engineers face both challenges and opportunities. Learn how mastering BIM, digital twins, and AI tools can keep you indispensable. The post Can AI Replace My Job as a Site Engineer?
10 Critical Real-World Skills Your Civil Engineering Degree Misses—and How to Master Them
Construction Placements
APRIL 23, 2025
10 Critical Real-World Skills Your Civil Engineering Degree Missesand How to Master Them Colleges build your engineering theory, but real construction sites demand far more. Learn 10 key competenciesfrom municipal bylaws to BIM toolsthat fresh Indian graduates must master to earn respect and excel on day one.
SFPE Announces Program and Speakers for Upcoming Engineering Solutions Symposium for Fire Safety and Sustainable Building Design
Civil + Structural Engineer
AUGUST 15, 2023
This packed symposium will explore design concepts, tools, and approaches for fire-safe buildings, and highlight the role of fire safety in sustainable design and education. The event will also present insight into external living walls, battery/energy storage systems, façade systems, photovoltaics, mass timber, and more.
Episode 5: Value Engineering and Cost Optimisation — Cost Management
iField Smart
JANUARY 8, 2025
These issues need new ways like value engineering and BIM for construction management to deliver on budget. Value Engineering: Cutting Costs Without Compromising Quality Value engineering : adding value to a project by breaking it down and finding cost effective solutions. Drones and IoT Devices Drone and IoT.
Collaborate Like Never Before:
Civil + Structural Engineer
JANUARY 3, 2024
3 Uses for Newforma Konekt’s 2D/3D Viewer to Save Time and Reduce Re-Work Nikita Lambert, Product Owner From hypermodeling to action item and issue localization, engineering teams can prevent re-work and collaborate easily with the right project information platform. This lets you see your project information clearly from any angle.
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5 Ways By Which BIM Impacts Construction Drawings
Civil Manage
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
Construction professionals are creating and managing building drawings differently than ever before using Building Information Modeling ( BIM). BIM unites architects, engineers, and construction contractors in the same space to facilitate easy communication and streamline construction drawings.
Siemens’ BIMPOWER Simplifies BIM Design Process
CCR Magazine
NOVEMBER 18, 2024
Siemens launches BIMPOWER™, a groundbreaking plug-in for Autodesk Revit® that transforms the way engineers and contractors design 3D Building Information Modeling (BIM) projects. With BIMPOWER, users can easily convert electrical system requirements into models and act upon real-time design feedback.
Ideate Software Proudly Sponsors Women in BIM
Civil + Structural Engineer
MAY 12, 2023
San Francisco, CA, May 09, 2023 – Ideate Software, an Autodesk® AEC Industry Partner and Autodesk® Authorized Developer, is proud to announce its support of Women in BIM as a Corporate Sponsor. We are excited to join with Women in BIM and support their efforts of fostering diversity and equality,” said Glynnis. “We
Top 50 Civil BIM Designer Interview Questions and Answers
Construction Placements
MAY 21, 2024
Top 50 Civil BIM Designer Interview Questions and Answers Get ready for your BIM designer job interview with our extensive list of the top 50 most asked questions and their detailed answers. The post Top 50 Civil BIM Designer Interview Questions and Answers appeared first on ConstructionPlacements.
The 2-Year Stadium Construction Project: A Peek Behind the Fast Delivery of San Diego State University’s Snapdragon Stadium
Civil + Structural Engineer
NOVEMBER 1, 2023
As site infrastructure design and engineering consultants, Bowman had a significant role in this speedy turnaround. The project plans, led by architectural firm Gensler, called for a fresh build. Crews didn’t have to work gingerly around an operational public structure while building a huge structure right next to it.
New Autodesk Construction Cloud features help teams make early, more sustainable decisions
Civil + Structural Engineer
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
These new capabilities will provide holistic and tactical support to help teams prioritize tasks, assess tradeoffs, build on intuition, and validate assumptions so choices made are more informed. By providing teams with access to well-defined models early and often, onsite teams have what they need to improve installation productivity.
5 things you need to know about BIM?
Construction Today
OCTOBER 6, 2023
Building Information Modeling (BIM) is a digital representation of a building’s physical and functional characteristics. It is a powerful tool that streamlines the construction process by enabling architects, engineers, and contractors to work collaboratively on a single platform.
Virtual efficiency: Streamlining temporary works with BIM
Roads Online
OCTOBER 2, 2024
Material supplied by Coates Coates introduces 3D digital model ling solutions to enhance the efficiency of temporary works. Major construction and infrastructure projects are like intricate puzzles, where every piece – from architectural design to structural engineering – must fit together perfectly. Image courtesy of Coates.
Tekla 2024 Structural BIM Software Offers Enhanced User Experience and Connects Workflows Across Projects and Stakeholders
Civil + Structural Engineer
MARCH 20, 2024
Enhancements and Further Open Standards Adoption Boost Collaboration Performance WESTMINSTER, Colo. — Trimble (NASDAQ: TRMB) announced today the introduction of 2024 versions of its Tekla ® software for constructible Building Information Modeling (BIM), structural engineering and steel fabrication management.
The Evolution of Digital Twins in AECO: Beyond Modeling to Intelligent Information Management
Civil + Structural Engineer
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
It’s not enough to simply have a digital twin—the real value lies in how we use the information they provide. We’re moving beyond static models to create dynamic tools that drive smart decision-making and boost operational efficiency. So, let’s dive deeper into how these technologies are shaping our industry.
Essential Skills for a BIM Professional
Construction Placements
SEPTEMBER 4, 2023
Essential Skills for a BIM Professional Last Updated on September 5, 2023 by Admin Building Information Modeling (BIM) is a multidimensional approach to architectural design, construction, and management.
Using BIM To Make Construction More Sustainable: How It works
Construction Placements
OCTOBER 25, 2023
Using BIM To Make Construction More Sustainable: How It works Discover the transformative power of Building Information Modeling (BIM) in the construction industry. From energy-efficient designs to resource optimization, learn how embracing BIM can lead to more eco-friendly and cost-effective building solutions.
IMETCO & BIMsmith Launch New BIM Tools for Architects
CCR Magazine
FEBRUARY 23, 2025
IMETCO, a leading manufacturer of premier metal products for the building envelope, has announced a partnership with BIMsmith, the leading product research platform for building professionals, for the development of new Building Information Modeling (BIM) tools for architects, engineers, and other construction professionals.
Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) in Building Information Modeling (BIM): Transforming the AEC Landscape
Construction Placements
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) in Building Information Modeling (BIM): Transforming the AEC Landscape This post delves into the transformative impact of Building Information Modeling (BIM), Virtual Reality (VR), and Augmented Reality (AR) in the architecture, engineering, and construction industries.
A Look Inside the Future of BIM [infographic]
Autodesk Construction Cloud
MAY 25, 2022
How to Maximize BIM Across the Construction Lifecycle . Building information modeling ( BIM ) has established itself to be a powerful process for design and construction teams over the last 20 years. new use cases for BIM?are are being discovered, the potential of getting more out of models in the full?
Transcend Raises $20M Series B to Automate Critical Infrastructure Design
Civil + Structural Engineer
AUGUST 4, 2023
a leading software provider for the architecture, engineering, construction, manufacturing, product design, and media and entertainment industries. The outputs include 3D Building Information Modeling (BIM) models, carbon footprint estimates, equipment lists, operating and capital expenditure calculations, and many others.
BIM Demystified: How to Make BIM an Every-team tool
Autodesk Construction Cloud
MAY 26, 2022
For construction folks who work a lot with architecture and engineering firms, seeing these three letters is kind of like greeting a familiar friend. But outside the design world, and even within, BIM can carry a reputation where it’s often seen as a highly technical series of tools and processes involving 3D, 4D, 5D, and even 6D.
As-Built Documentation: The Blueprint of Reality in Construction and Engineering
iField Smart
JANUARY 23, 2025
Reading Time: 3 minutes In the landscape of construction and engineering, the term As-Built refers to the final state of a project, which can differ from initial design. It acts as a unified source of truth that includes models, as-built drawings, specifications, reports, and other information. Key Offerings from iFieldSmart.ai
A bullseye for construction: Eliminating error and rework with cutting-edge tech
Civil + Structural Engineer
JULY 3, 2023
For example, recent advances in cutting-edge innovations like digital twins, Computer Vision (CV), and Engineering Grade Augmented Reality TM are changing the game, offering new ways to manage projects, build with greater accuracy and ultimately reduce costs and waste on even the most complex projects.
BIM Dimensions 101: 3D, 4D, 5D,6D, 7D, 8D, & Beyond
Autodesk Construction Cloud
DECEMBER 21, 2023
We don't always throw around the word "revolutionary," but building information modeling (BIM) has truly been that over the last few decades. At its core, BIM represents an all-encompassing strategy for creating and managing information about a built asset. What is a BIM dimension? What is 3D BIM?:
Overheard in the Big Room: The Future of BIM Across the Lifecycle
Autodesk Construction Cloud
JULY 25, 2022
While humans have been engineering architectural feats for thousands of years, traditional drawings are often siloed, stagnant, and vulnerable to rapid obsolescence. . Building information modeling (BIM) is set to change all that, its revolutionary goal since the 1970s when it was first proposed.
T2D2 Launches Enhanced Version of Building Inspection Platform
Civil + Structural Engineer
APRIL 18, 2023
T2D2 is an important tool for inspection professionals as well as building owners and managers who are looking to preserve the value and structural integrity of their assets. The T2D2 portal conveniently allows collaborative access to all inspection data including imagery, orthomosaics, drawings, videos and 3D models.
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Digital Builder Ep 36: Embracing BIM Throughout the Industry
Autodesk Construction Cloud
DECEMBER 12, 2022
Building Information Modeling (BIM) is critical in keeping projects running smoothly. BIM gives contractors, engineers, and project managers an intelligent model for their built assets, enabling stakeholders to plan, collaborate, and execute the project effectively. .
Is Field Experience Critical to a BIM Manager’s Success?
Autodesk Construction Cloud
JUNE 15, 2023
Especially given the fact that while building information modeling (BIM) is supposed to create an accurate reflection of the physical building, it takes a great deal of know-how to make it so. However, these respondents believe that field time completes the BIM manager’s outlook on the job.
Autodesk University 2022: Top Sessions for BIM and VDC Teams
Autodesk Construction Cloud
AUGUST 11, 2022
The event has a little something for all design and construction professionals, including BIM and VDC teams who can take this time to learn more about cutting-edge strategies and trends in design, project coordination, and project planning. . Top Sessions for BIM and VDC Teams at AU 2022. BIM and the Friendly Skies | CS502609-rt.
A Case (Study) for Off-Site Construction in Home Building
The Pro Builder
APRIL 22, 2023
Off-site or industrialized construction methods potentially offer multiple advantages beyond a quieter jobsite and provide a path to build single-family homes much faster with a good framing crew. The bulk of the cost savings from Agorus’ method come from fewer days to build and the cost of labor required.
Empowering BIM to Keep Critical Railway Infrastructure Operational in the Netherlands
Autodesk Construction Cloud
JANUARY 25, 2022
Movares Europe is an engineering consultancy company and part of the Movares Group. Employing over 1,000 highly qualified engineering professionals, Movares is one of the leading Dutch consulting engineers, providing consultancy and engineering services to public transport companies, local authorities and other clients.
Behind the Build: Interview with Matthew Keck, BIM Manager at Metromont
Autodesk Construction Cloud
JUNE 2, 2023
Construction is filled with complex processes requiring the collaboration of multiple teams—including office, engineering, and trades. This is where Building Information Modeling (BIM) comes into play, and BIM managers are the ones tasked with connecting teams and improving coordination between them.
Building the Future: Top 5 Technologies Transforming the Construction Industry
Construction Today
OCTOBER 20, 2023
These innovations are transforming the way buildings are designed, constructed, and maintained. Building Information Modeling (BIM) is a 3D modeling software that allows architects, engineers, and construction professionals to.
Behind the Build: Interview with Mostafa Saber, BIM & Design Manager at Diamond Developers
Autodesk Construction Cloud
JANUARY 10, 2024
We sat down with Mostafa Saber , BIM & Design Manager at Diamond Developers as he walked us through his career journey, the challenges he faces while modernising and his vision for the future of construction. By 2007, I was introduced to BIM and started to prefer 3D modelling over 2D. From then, there was no looking back.
New Model-Based Workflows, Reality Capture and Extended File Support in Autodesk Construction Cloud Make BIM More Valuable to Construction Teams
Autodesk Construction Cloud
SEPTEMBER 28, 2022
Project stakeholders can now access critical model data with fewer steps; powerful new features provide greater control over cost and schedule management. The model is a great source of truth during design and planning, but data isn’t easily transferred to construction teams during the build phase of a project. New Orleans, LA.,
Over 275 Partners Now Integrate with Autodesk Construction Applications
Autodesk Construction Cloud
NOVEMBER 6, 2023
Connecting technologies and information is crucial for construction firms to transition from data novices to data leaders. Each one of these partners recognizes that linking data with Autodesk solutions helps teams advance their data capabilities and ultimately build better.
Offsite vs. Onsite Construction Part 2
Civil + Structural Engineer
MAY 1, 2023
The benefits of offsite construction, which comprises the manufacturing, planning, design, fabrication, and assembly of building elements offsite are expansive. The panel of experts below, representing the construction, engineering, and building systems industries, explore and explain the many benefits of this alternative construction method.
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