The BIM strategy for the project encouraged an open dialogue between all of these team members so information could be exchanged easily. A BIM execution plan (BEP) shaped day-to-day data management and provided guidance that teams could rely on to address uncertainties. Team members were responsible for the development of individual BIM models and the deliverables were discussed and agreed to ensure that the right information was being captured and utilised and could be handed over to the next responsible party. This regular sharing regime ensured the streamlined coordination of BIM models, which reduced the need for amendments.


The information exchange process was developed in line with best practice, drawing on BS1192:2007 and PAS 1192-2:2013. It included a checking and audit process to ensure the data was consistent with the BEP. This was an open, honest and pragmatic arrangement that fostered a close working relationship. It was essential to success given the challenging budget and timescales.


Prefabrication was a key element of the project and it was integrated into the BIM process. BIM models were developed for the standardised elements that could be replicated across the project, and then transferred to other parts of the framework. This included structural concrete elements, an external envelope SIPS product, and the classroom ventilation system. A framework library of objects was developed for modelling and detailing purposes. The library objects were then shared across each project and as the central library was refined, the changes were synchronised. This process required additional effort at the start but it delivered increased benefits as the projects progressed. It streamlined the whole process with the efficiencies resulting in a better solution that was shared across the entire team, including Atkins, the constructor and the client.


Once on site the contractor continued to use BIM as a focus for its activities. The benefits extended to site inductions, stakeholder engagement and problem resolution.


To find out more about Atkins and our capabilities contact:


Neil Bowker Senior architect


Tel +44 (0)1925 238298 Email neil.bowker@atkinsglobal.com www.atkinsglobal.com/uk


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Benefits


High levels of collaboration and integration amongst all project partners and an effective workflow allowed ownership of the models to be seamlessly transferred throughout the project and information on standardised elements to be transferred to other projects on the framework


Reduced duplication and minimised rework


Enabled the project to be delivered as per the challenging programme


The work was constrained by a low budget and had to be delivered to a challenging programme.


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