A Conceptual Framework for 5D-BIM Cost Control and Management: A State-of-the-Art Review of Mega Rail Projects in Victoria
Publication: Computing in Civil Engineering 2023
ABSTRACT
The integration of 5D building information modelling (BIM) into mega rail projects has the potential to significantly enhance cost control and management. However, the implementation of 5D-BIM solutions has been a challenge due to technical, functional, and governance-related issues. This paper presents a conceptual framework that supports financial decision-making, enhances project management, and promotes efficient project delivery. The framework proposes a set of interrelated elements that include project governance, BIM policies and standards, digital platforms, BIM LOD, cost estimation classification, and continuous improvement. The proposed framework recognizes the importance of project governance in providing direction and structure for 5D-BIM implementation, while BIM policies and standards ensure that the BIM models produced meet the required standards of quality. Digital platforms provide a foundation for multiple users to create, access, share, or exchange project information. BIM LOD facilitates collaboration and coordination among all project stakeholders, while cost estimation classification aligns the estimating process with the development of project scope and financial decision-making processes. Continuous improvement is critical to optimizing processes and increasing efficiency, resulting in higher quality outcomes, greater stakeholders’ satisfaction, improved project performance, and an environment of innovation and learning.
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Published online: Jan 25, 2024
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- Architectural engineering
- Building information modeling
- Building management
- Business management
- Construction costs
- Construction engineering
- Construction management
- Decision making
- Engineering fundamentals
- Financial management
- Information management
- Infrastructure
- Practice and Profession
- Project management
- Rail transportation
- Transportation engineering
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