The programme’s automatic clash detection capability was used to find and track clashes, which helped all disciplines see their role within the context of the wider scheme. It also highlighted aspects of the work that could be improved. Schedules and other structured data generated from the model were passed on to SBBJV to assist it in planning and phasing the work. During the construction phase over three-quarters of the staff on site accessed the final BIM models regularly for a range of purposes. They proved invaluable for daily briefings, for understanding the space available for the current activity, and for assessing the implications of design changes. Health and safety aspects of the construction work, associated diversions and future maintenance have all been assessed and discussed with key stakeholders, based on the model Atkins developed.


Integrating BIM into the project achieved significant cost savings and helped to deliver the upgrade ahead of time and within budget. Further aspects of BIM methodology were added to the process following feedback and continuous improvement over the course of the work. This knowledge has been captured for future projects.


Initially the aim was to deliver a buildable design without clashes but the later models that were developed had far more data structure, enabling the property data stored within the model, or in external databases, to be attached to recognisably named objects. This allowed the characteristics of individual items to be interrogated directly in the model. Through the use of BIM, Atkins successfully demonstrated the value of effective information management and collaboration in realising the client’s vision.


Benefits


Significant cost savings through programme efficiencies.


Project delivered ahead of time and within budget


Models proved invaluable in stakeholder and design meetings


Simpler and easier planning of work


Highlighted health and safety aspects of the construction work


Supports future maintenance and operations


Integrating BIM into the project saved millions of pounds in programme efficiencies and helped to deliver the upgrade ahead of time and within budget. Further aspects of BIM methodology were added to the process following feedback and continuous improvement over the course of the work.


To find out more about Atkins and our capabilities contact:


Suzanne Moore Project manager


Email suzanne.moore@atkinsglobal.com Hugh Woods


Senior BIM coordinator Email hugh.woods@atkinsglobal.com


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