Integrating Building Information Modeling (BIM) into Engineering Project Management: A Biotechnological Strategy

Abstract

This study investigates the integration of Building Information Modeling (BIM) technologies with conventional construction project schedule management techniques to enhance engineering project management. It begins by outlining the foundational concepts and theories underpinning project schedule management and BIM, followed by the incorporation of earned value analysis to monitor and control project schedules effectively. Through the adjustment and optimization processes, comprehensive project schedule control is implemented. An empirical analysis based on a specific engineering project case confirms the efficacy of BIM in project management. The results demonstrate favorable project performance metrics: Earned Value (EV) exceeds Planned Value (PV) and Actual Cost (AC), with Schedule Variance (SV) and Cost Variance (CV) both greater than zero. This indicates that the project is ahead of schedule and under budget, respectively. Further analysis of the Progress Performance Index (SPI) and Cost Performance Index (CPI) reveals that both indices exceed the baseline value of 1 as of October 20, 2019, suggesting efficient progress and cost management relative to planned benchmarks. The application of BIM, coupled with the earned value method, has proven to optimize construction timelines effectively, confirming BIM's significant role in the design and execution phases of project management. This study highlights BIM’s potential to revolutionize traditional project management methodologies by providing a more robust framework for monitoring and controlling project variables, leading to enhanced operational efficiency and resource utilization in engineering projects.