BIM Roles and Responsibilities: Towards a Dedicated Matrix for Developing Countries

Abstract

Building information modeling (BIM) through its data-rich digital representation of building elements has brought a revolution in the architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) industry. To ease the process of BIM implementation various BIM roles have been discussed, but the BIM roles related to project delivery methods have not been standardized. Stimulated by this need, this study aims to provide a matrix for BIM roles and responsibilities in context of DBB project for developing countries. Objectives of the study include: (1) To identify and analyze the existing BIM roles and responsibilities. (2) To determine the BIM roles and responsibilities for developing countries in the context of DBB projects (3) The formulation of a matrix for the adoption of relevant BIM roles and responsibilities. A questionnaire survey was conducted to obtain an industry perspective. 105 retrieved questionnaire responses were analyzed. The results indicate the BIM roles that are BIM manager (Design), BIM manager (Construction), BIM coordinator (Design), BIM coordinator (Construction), Information manager (Design), Information manager (Construction), Model manager, BIM modeler and their relevant responsibilities required on DBB projects. Subsequent to the validation from experts, the BIM roles and responsibility matrix was developed.