Leveraging BIM for Effective Stakeholder Collaboration – Ep 124
In this episode, we talk with Cesar Matheus, project manager at Solid Rock Structural Solutions, about his background in structural engineering and his specialization in seismic resilience. He explains the concept of building information modeling (BIM) and its impact on project coordination, visualization, and data management. He also emphasizes the importance of BIM standards and […]
BIM for Civil Engineers: A 4-Step Process for Project Success – Ep 203
In this episode, I talk with Dustin Williams, CEO, and co-founder of Remote Optix, and founder of Flywheel AEC, about BIM for civil engineers and how it is used in civil engineering projects. He also tells us about a specific 4-step process his company utilizes on BIM projects to ensure project success. Engineering Quotes: Here […]
How to Utilize Design Visualization for Civil Engineering Firms – Real Life Examples
This is a guest blog by Jake Voorhees In design visualization for engineering firms, everyone knows that innovation is mandatory for the survival of an engineering firm. BIM is fantastic. Lidar usage is now ubiquitous. And if you are buying a drone in 2021, then your firm is behind. But rarely does the AEC sector […]
BIM and Collaboration Between Structural Engineers and Drafters – Ep 016
As BIM evolves into two groups, namely structural engineers and drafters, the groups need to start working closely together. When BIM tools get better, the BIM tools will link with structural analysis better.
5 Modern Strategies to Integrate AEC Disciplines in 2020
One of the biggest challenges we face in construction is integrating all the AEC disciplines in our projects so their valuable input can positively affect the project. The key disciplines that need careful integration are the Architect, Engineer, and Contractor. These are the organizations that design the projects and carry out their execution.
BIM as an Effective Tool in Project Management
BIM (Building Information Modeling) has been revolutionizing the AEC industry in terms of economic and technical viability, over the past few years. The advantages of the long-term application of BIM can be leveraged most efficiently in the field of project management. The need for management of an asset is a continuous process; from inception to […]
What is BIM and how to Maximize Its Potential as a Civil Engineer – Ep 029
BIM stands for Building Information Modeling. In episode 029 of The Civil Engineering Podcast, my co-host Christian Knutson, PE interviews Ronan Collins who is an experienced Building Information Modeling Project Manager specializing in the production of detailed and accurate BIM models for the purpose of design and construction coordination. Here are some of the questions […]
