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Case Study: BIM implementation in Shanghai Tower

BIM implementation in Shanghai Tower : China recently witnessed an architectural revolution especially in skyscrapers and stadium construction. China outdid its expectations and has the largest number of skyscrapers. Among this list of the top 22 tallest buildings in the world , 10 skyscrapers are in China! One of these buildings is the Shanghai tower, a mega tall skyscraper with more than 600-meter height. This structure is the tallest tower in China and the second tallest building in the world .

What is the biggest tower in China?

BIM implementation in Shanghai Tower : China recently witnesses an architectural revolution especially in skyscrapers and stadium construction. It is expected in 2015 that 106 buildings of 200 meters or greater will be completed in China . One of these buildings is the Shanghai tower, a mega tall skyscraper with more than 600-meter height. This structure will be the tallest tower in China and the second tallest building in the world.

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The design and construction process of a mega tall tower is a very difficult and complicated project. Such projects need proficient qualified project management that can coordinate effectively between the different teams. The tower is a considerable example of successful outstanding management for this type of skyscraper.

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What is inside Shanghai Tower?

The tower is a multi-functional building. It includes nine different functional zones with 7 structural systems and more than 30 electrical, mechanical, and intelligent subsystems. It is a complicated structure that requires a large number of specialists and professions in different disciplines to come together. Hence, the project employed more than 30 consulting companies in architectural structure, mechanical and electrical engineering, fire protection, and curtain wall design. It also contracted with a dozen of subcontractors in foundation, structure, and machinery.

photograph by © Gensler/Shen Zhonghai

This huge number of employees and specialists put the project managers in front of a challenge to find an effective strategy for the coordination system. They search for an effective information technology that achieves a flexible unison between all disciplines through one unified platform. For this goal, they adopted BIM technology.

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Building Background

The tower is located in Lujiazui district, in Pudong, and is considered one of the leading financial centers in East Asia. Gensler Company designed the tower through an international multi-staged design competition. The tower is considered one of three distinct buildings that present the past, present, and future of Shanghai city . The design was inspired by Shanghai traditions, and its spiraling form presents the dynamic emergence of modern China.

The tower is 632 meters in height with 121 stories. It vertically divided into 9 functional zones, each zone rises 12 to 15 floors with a public space balcony within curtain walls. The lowest ground zone occupied by an open market that connects the tower with the surrounded activities and Shanghai’s Metro, whereas the podium zone involves stores and restaurants . The offices occupy the middle zone while the hotel was placed at the top with the observation deck. The construction of the building started in 2009 and it is predicted to be opened in 2015.

Overview of BIM Implementation

As we know, BIM technology has proven lately valuable efficiency in the systematization of different construction projects mainly in collaboration, coordination, and sharing data. It unifies the platform for all disciplines to share their design files. It is an effective information system that creates a database for all design and construction phases.

This database considers the DNA of the building and can be a reference for future maintenance and development . For that reason, Shanghai’s Tower Construction & Development decided to employ this technology in operating the design, structure, and construction processes of the tower. Jianping Gu, director and general manager of the company explains, “We knew that if we tried to work in a traditional way, using traditional tools and delivery systems, it would be extremely difficult to carry out this project successfully.”

Accordingly, the BIM application system was implemented and run since the first phase of the project at the end of 2008. Autodesk applications were chosen for the system by applying Revit Architecture , Structure, and MEP software for the design and documentation processes. Whereas Autodesk Naviswork Manage software was used to facilitate the coordination between the employees.

Ecotect Analysis was also utilized for environmental analysis. In addition, Autodesk Consulting implemented an on-site BIM environment for the local team and afforded training and support services. “By combining Autodesk’s BIM technology and the deep expertise of Autodesk Consulting, we have been able to successfully transition to BIM much faster. As a result, this project has set new standards for the information management of construction projects in China,” says Gu.

Shanghai Tower’s Geometry

The flowing spiraling form of the tower was generated from a rounded triangular plan. This rounded triangle was derived from the relationship between the curved bank of Huangpu River, Jin Mao Tower, and the Shanghai World Financial Center. This attractive and distinctive form will be a milestone in Shanghai city for representing China as a global financial power.

Gensler Company designed the tower according to three main components that are parametrically modified and twisted:

1. Horizontal Profile:

It is shaped like an equilateral triangle with smooth edges derived from two tangential curves. There are two variables that shaped the profile: The radius of the large circle and its location to the center of the equilateral triangle.

photograph by © Blackstation

    2. Vertical Profile:

It is modeled by tapering the ground horizontal profile with the upper one, which resulted in a right circular cone. The taper operation supported the function of the building. The wide lower profile afforded wide spans for the market and offices, whereas the slender upper plans provided short spans for the hotel.

3. Rate of Twist:

It is a linear rotation operation from the base to the top. This process used different rotation angles to find out the best angle for the design.

The design team generated a number of alternatives for the geometry depending on two variables: the percentage of tapering operation and the angle of a twisting process. They built two models with different scales; 1:85 and 1:500. These models were examined by Wind Tunnel Test to determine the best alternative design that can bear the wind loads.

The test concluded that the form should be tapered 55% and twisted 120 o . These values create a geometry that reduces 24% in structural wind loads and cladding pressure and saves 50 $ million USD from the structure budget. After all, we notice that the design process of the Shanghai tower was not simple and effortless. It is undergone many studies and experiments that resulted in a light elegant transparent tower that achieved 32% saving of the estimated materials for its construction.

Courtsey of Gensler

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Project managers use a wide array of tools and technologies to manage increasingly complex construction projects around the world. Project management information systems (PMIS), virtual commissioning software, and drones used for inspection are just some of the tools that can streamline project management work. One especially powerful tool that project managers can use to drive a client’s goals is Building Information Modeling (BIM).

According to the U.S. National Building Information Model Standard Project Committee, “BIM is a digital representation of physical and functional characteristics of a facility. A BIM is a shared knowledge resource for information about a facility forming a reliable basis for decisions during its life-cycle; defined as existing from earliest conception to demolition.” Basically, BIM creates a virtual and manipulable blueprint of a building. However, BIM is an extremely sophisticated combination of different tools that allow users to work on a built model and plan a project. BIM can incorporate such varied elements as thermal studies, clash detection, light analysis, acoustics, workflows, photogrammetry, client standards, contracts, and much more.

Highly trained professionals are needed to construct BIM models, and accordingly, BIM is traditionally associated with specialized architects and engineers. Nevertheless, BIM is a useful tool for anyone involved in a construction project. A public client might present elements of a model to the public to generate support for a project, for example.

Contractors can reference the BIM to confirm constructability or create their staging plans. Likewise, for project managers, BIM can help manage a project from design through completion and operation. Project managers can use BIM to foster discussion, resolve challenges, validate designs, support quality reviews, oversee commissioning, and many other things.

BIM and PM Case Study: The U.S. Federal Courthouse Project

In Harrisburg, PA, the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) is approaching completion of the $155 million Sylvia H. Rambo U.S. Courthouse for the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Pennsylvania. The 243,000 SF facility will meet the Court’s 30- year space requirements with eight courtrooms, judges’ chambers, jury facilities, holding cells, and secure underground parking. Tenant agencies for the courthouse include U.S. Bankruptcy, District, and Magistrate Courts; Court Clerks; Probation; U.S. Marshals Service; U.S. Attorneys; U.S. Trustees; Federal Public Defenders; and GSA.

The building is a steel structure with a precast concrete envelope, vertical glazing, and stone details. Designed to meet LEED Gold standards, the courthouse incorporates the latest standards and specifications for security, safety, and health. This includes requirements for blast resistance, progressive collapse, security controls, prisoner exchange, and secure corridors. Courtrooms feature high-end architectural millwork to emphasize the importance of the judiciary. The facility also includes infrastructure to enable the latest technology for courtrooms as well as the flexibility to accommodate future enhancements.

The project is being delivered under a Construction Manager as Constructor (CMc) model with a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) contract. As project and construction manager for the courthouse, Hill International, Inc. leveraged a variety of technologies to manage the project, including Ennead Architect’s BIM model.

Project Management with BIM

Throughout the courthouse project, the Hill team has used the BIM model in a variety of ways, including for clash detection, constructability reviews, and quantity take-offs, among other things. During detailed design, the Hill team used the model extensively for design reviews and discipline coordination. Using BIM helps Hill manage two major management challenges facing the project: ensuring all applicable government standards are met and managing the multiplicity of sub-contractors.

On quality control site visits, Hill uses the BIM model to verify completed and on-going work conforms with client specifications and government facility standards. These reviews give the client confidence and reduce the need for rework.

There are also many sub-contractors on the project. Each additional sub-contractor compounds the amount of coordination required by the Hill team. Nine companies built the courthouse’s envelope, for example. The Hill team uses BIM to help the CMc ensure sub-contractor sequencing is appropriate. This also reduces rework, helping to meet cost and schedule goals.

When the contractor proposes changes, Hill reviews the changes, communicates them to the client, and helps the team visualize the changes in BIM. Hill also uses BIM during peer quarterly reviews to demonstrate project updates and provide space visualization to GSA and other stakeholders. These reviews were particularly important during COVID-19, as they allowed Hill to drive progress virtually and mitigate delays induced by pandemic-related labor and supply-chain shortages. The reviews also allow the team to efficiently incorporate tenant-driven changes to the project during construction, such as spatial changes to Marshals, GSA, and judges’ chambers.

Hill’s work with BIM and other project management tools have helped reduce rework, maintain budget and schedule, and ensure quality. Leveraging the capabilities of BIM helped preserve progress during COVID-19 and allowed the team to nimbly react to changes throughout the project. BIM has also allowed Hill to communicate and promote collaboration. By promoting a full team approach with BIM, Hill helps maintain positive relationships within the project organization, resolve disputes, and prevent claims. The team’s efforts have put the project on track for successful delivery in 2022.

Making the Most of BIM on Your Projects

As demonstrated on the courthouse project, BIM can be a powerful tool for a project team. Even though BIM is not traditionally associated with project management, experienced project managers can realize management goals with BIM and help project teams derive even more value from the use of such technology. When a project manager can leverage the power of BIM, the project team can profit from accurate and immediate information sharing, capture schedule efficiencies, reduce rework and changes, implement strong quality control measures, and much more.

Collectively, Hill International’s professionals have competencies in hundreds of project technologies, such as BIM, Open Space, and a wide variety of PMIS. The Hill team can recommend the right blend of technologies for any project, help implement the technologies effectively, and use them to improve project outcomes. In addition, Hill’s program management professionals regularly support client inhouse staff in adopting certain technologies within their project organization.

For more information on how Hill’s project managers can use BIM to help your project thrive, reach out to Assistant Project Manager Burak Kurama at [email protected] or Vice President David Rupp, AIA, at [email protected] .

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Header image of the Sylvia H. Rambo U.S. Courthouse Front Entrance (rendering provided by Ennead Architects LLP).

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BIM Case Study: How One Team Saved Over 4 Million Euros (with BIM)

In this BIM case study, we will look at how the LIMSEN team used Plannerly to manage their BIM workflows on a large project and save over 4 million euros.

We’ll get an idea of the scope of this project and see how it was managed using Plannerly, what BIM uses were deployed, and how that helped the team reduce costs and meet their scheduling goals.

Finally, we’ll learn about the lessons that LIMSEN has taken away from this experience and how they can be applied to other BIM projects.

1) Scope of Project

This project was quite complex and spread over 310,000 sqm/3.3m sqft on 5 plots of land. Working with 50 companies and a core team of nearly 250 people, the LIMSEN team was tasked with managing all of the buildings using BIM. To do this, they needed to coordinate between multiple teams in multiple countries that had varying levels of expertise in BIM technology.

“Using Plannerly was a cornerstone for us…we use Plannerly on every project – it’s proved itself very strongly; there is no going back for us” Filipe Lima , Limsen

2) BIM Management Case Study (Video)

Watch the video to see LIMSEN’s BIM workflow in action – follow along as we come to understand the impact of Plannerly on the project. We’ll learn from some of their team members about how they experienced this process and used Plannerly to make it easier.

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3) BIM Uses Deployed

The LIMSEN team used Plannerly to coordinate all their tasks related to the project, including scheduling meetings, tracking progress, sharing information, creating reports and analyzing data.

The main BIM Uses that the team managed were:

• Design Authoring
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• Building Maintenance Scheduling
• Asset Management
• Space Management and Tracking
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4) Results Of Implementation

As a result of these efforts, the LIMSEN team was able to complete their project within budget and ahead of schedule – saving over 4 million euros in total costs!

Not only did they save money, but they also created an efficient process for future projects which can be easily replicated by other teams around Europe as well as around the world.

The team managed to cut their BIM Execution Planning time from over 100 hours to under 30 hours. By using Plannerly, the LIMSEN team was able to increase overall efficiency on the project, were able to manage the complexity of their project better, coordinate between teams in different countries, contract for work, manage meeting commitments, track progress and resources more closely, and make informed decisions faster.

5) Plannerly Benefits

Overall, the LIMSEN team was able to successfully manage the complexities of their project using BIM and Plannerly, resulting in significant savings and efficiencies.

One of the main benefits of using Plannerly was its ability to keep all teams on the same page and ensure all tasks were completed on time. This allowed the team to speed up project delivery, reduce delays and mistakes, and ensure a high level of quality of work was delivered.

Finally, it allowed for easy access to all relevant data so that everyone involved in the project had up-to-date information about its progress at all times.

“[…]What was great is that everyone was able to work from different countries in a collaborative way online which helped during Covid lockdown.” Sean Pillan , Gensler

The LIMSEN team’s success story with Plannerly is a great example of how BIM can be used to manage complex projects while achieving cost savings. By deploying the right tools, teams can streamline their workflows, reduce costs and save time.

6) Conclusion

All in all, this case study showcases just how valuable BIM can be when implemented correctly; not only did it save millions of euros by optimizing workflow processes, but it also created an efficient system that can be replicated again and again for future projects – making it a great example for anyone looking into utilizing BIM management on their own projects!

“From the client side, we are very happy to have Limsen with us and it has been an amazing experience to see the federated model “grow” and being able to navigate thru it. Great work! See you in the digital twin !” Miguel Paiva Couceiro , Fidelidade

Thanks to the LIMSEN team for allowing us to peek into their success story with Plannerly and BIM. Also, thanks to Fidelidade , Fosun Hive , RockBuilding , Bovis-CRBE , and Gleeds .

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What are the benefits of using BIM?

BIM is essential for efficient project management due to its ability to provide a comprehensive view of the entire construction process. By combining the power of design, engineering, and construction into one virtual model, stakeholders can more easily establish a clearer understanding of how the entire project should be completed. This can lead to significantly faster delivery of projects while reducing costs and improving safety. Ultimately, this cutting-edge modeling system offers architects and engineering companies a competitive edge in meeting the unique demands of their client’s changing needs.

How do you save money with BIM?

BIM software can identify potential problems before they become costly mistakes, saving companies time and money in the long run. By relying on BIM planning and construction data management solutions, we can manage projects more effectively and efficiently – ultimately leading to cost reductions for all stakeholders involved in the building process.

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