BIM and Primavera Integration in Structural Project Planning: A Simulation Based Study
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The integration of structural design and construction scheduling has become increasingly important in enhancing the efficiency and success of civil engineering projects. Traditionally, these two phases have been treated separately, often leading to miscommunication, delays, and cost overruns. With the development of digital tools such as Building Information Modeling (BIM) and project scheduling software like Primavera P6, there is a growing opportunity to bridge this gap through integrated workflows. This study aims to explore how modern digital tools can improve coordination between design and execution stages in civil engineering projects. Specifically, it investigates the impact of integrating BIM with construction scheduling on time management, resource utilization, and interdisciplinary coordination through a simulated practical approach. A five-story residential building was modeled using BIM software (Revit), and its construction schedule was developed using Primavera P6. These tools were integrated to create a 4D BIM model that visualizes the construction sequence and enables early detection of potential conflicts before actual implementation. The findings demonstrated that the integrated approach significantly improved project performance. It reduced the total project duration by up to 13.5%, decreased the number of design changes from 14 to only 5, and increased resource utilization efficiency from 78% to 92%. Clash detection identified 48 conflicts prior to execution, highlighting the benefits of early-stage coordination. This research concludes that integrating structural design with construction scheduling using BIM and scheduling tools enhances time management, cost control, and collaboration across disciplines. It also emphasizes the need for training and investment in digital technologies to support broader adoption in the construction industry.
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