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WP2 State of the Art

Stage 3 Report

Check on direction and deliverables ensuring alignment and correlation (D2.3 D8)

December 2018

Ref. Ares(2018)6492866 - 17/12/2018

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Table of Contents

Item Description Page No

1.0 Stage 3 Executive Summary 3

2.0 What is BIMcert? 3 - 4

3.0 Overview of Stage 2 Report 4 - 7

4.0 WP2 State of the Art – Background to ‘Reality Check’ Webinars 7 - 8

5.0 Survey Impact and Integration in other Work Packages (WP) 8

6.0 ‘Reality Check’ Webinar Workshops 8 - 9

7.0 ‘Reality Check’ Webinar Workshop Findings 9 - 13

8.0 Conclusion 13

9.0 Other factors 13

10.0 Other BIM / Digital Construction source of information 14

Appendices

Item Description Page No

i Skopje, Macedonian BIMcert Webinar Report 15

ii Zagreb, Croatia BIMcert Webinar Report 16

iii Dublin, Ireland BIMcert Webinar Report 17

iv Lisbon, Portugal BIMcert Webinar Report 18 - 19

v Belfast, Northern Ireland BIMcert Webinar Report 19 - 20

vi FAC Notes 21

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1.0 STAGE 3 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Purpose of report Only UK & ROI show significant responses from Craft/Technician Organisational Demand for BIM training Built Environment Sector has a major impact on resources and energy

1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5

The purpose of this report is to check on the direction and alignment among the deliverables and correlation with the survey findings outlined within the Stage 2 report (June 2018). BIMcert recognises the built environment as one of the largest consumers of natural resources, producers of carbon emissions and sources of energy waste. To improve the energy performance of the built environment and move towards a more sustainable and efficient position, Europe requires a coordinated and collaborative approach, to develop skills and awareness of BIM, the current tool, which can drive improvement.

This will lead to reductions in waste and reduce inefficiencies throughout all areas of the supply chain; also challenging the entire sector, affecting designers, architects, engineers, building managers, technicians, installers, blue collar workers (including apprentices and other building professionals), manufacturers as well as facility operator, and other sector investors.

Also enhancing the industry’s ability to drive energy efficiency through better transfer of information from Design Concept to Detailed Design of elements and the execution of that design by the construction operatives and managers. In addition, better execution and information transfer and recording at design and delivery stage will enhance the life-long use and efficiency of the built environment.

The Horizon 2020 BIMcert project aims to create a transparent training model and

toolkit enabling and empowering industry to achieve a greener built environment. To develop a more efficient and relevant training programme of materials to integrate concepts of sustainability and renewables together in practical application and integration with technology (BIM) based on real life industry needs, gaps and limitations.

What the BIMcert project is trying to do?

2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4

What is BIMcert?

BIMcert is the development of a series of training interventions using digital

technology and improved blended learning techniques to support, enhance and

maximise the impact of energy efficient skills at all operational levels within the

modern construction industry.

BIMcert will setup a framework (usable prototype) for an accessible portal for

training the construction industry’s vast middle tier of the supply chain workers to

improve their BIM access skills. This will lead to better collaborative working that

guarantees energy efficient, sustainable buildings and increased quality throughout

the entire construction supply chain.

BIMcert will enable participants to go beyond their current non-integrated

construction functionality to an optimum digitally enabled energy efficient position

where they can employ all the IT enabled functionality and BIM tools, processes,

services and products to deliver near zero carbon construction and renovation.

BIMcert is based upon 3 steps, aimed at providing a large-scale training and

qualification scheme providing the requisite skills for the entire construction supply

chain to:

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3 steps Enable Achieve Utilise

a) Enable collaborative working to improve access to the transition from

design to development and delivery of both new build and renovation to

achieve energy efficient near zero buildings (embedded energy)

b) Achieve efficient and effective ongoing management of the building in

terms of energy and fabric (operational energy)

c) Utilise Building Information Modelling (virtual construction) as the

enabling methodology and tool (sustainable energy)

H2020 BIMcert project aims Survey Responses Numbers Survey Respondents SME survey responses

3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 3.5 3.6

Overview of Stage 2 Report A survey was undertaken in all five partner countries, translated into four languages, resulting in 548 responses. The findings were compiled into the Stage 2 report to gain industry perspective for the developers to gain direction and insight to the construction industry’s training needs and design training materials accordingly. The survey findings

indicate: - 81% of respondents are employed persons and 81% have not

graduated recently (we can assume that means they’ve been employed for at

least 5 years), therefore responses represent relevant industry statements, opinions

and needs.

Survey responses, overall only 4% of responses have been from technicians

and blue-collar workers which reflects very low representation from this section,

while 96% have achieved a minimum level of a degree or above, indicating high

representation from the professional sector within construction. Only the UK / ROI

results show a significant input from craft and technician grade operatives.

57% of survey respondents have received no formal BIM training, interesting

though, 61% are using some form of BIM in the workplace.

53% of survey respondents have indicated they’re prepared to implement BIM

within the next three years, of those 26% aim to implement BIM within the next

12 months which highlights the necessity to raise awareness of BIM as a complex

sustainable supportive software, not only for modelling and visualisation tools but

furthermore by developing training modules to facilitate the trend.

73% of respondents are employed as SMEs which reflects a good quantity within

the survey and meets one of the project objectives.

Survey Responses by Country

Macedonia 41%

Portugal 25%

Croatia 8%

UK/ROI 26%

Survey Responses

Macedonia Portugal Croatia UK/ROI

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Two-pronged approach for developing BIM maturity Overall respondents BIM knowledge rating

3.7 3.8 3.9 3.10

The quantitative survey findings are supported by the qualitative findings from the

workshops, which has resulted in a ‘two pronged’ response:

1. Government 2. Industry

The government approach;

Regulation to drive the use of BIM

with the associated impact on

construction productivity and the aims

to address the EU climate change

policy

The industry approach;

Developing time and financial

efficiencies through BIM to increase

productivity and reduce waste costs

The uptake within the Construction Industry remains variable. However,

where there is Government Encouragement, as is the case within the UK and

ROI, the level of awareness and knowledge is increased.

On review of BIM knowledge, the survey rating generated the following results

Rate knowledge of BIM from Level 1-5 (1 meaning poor to 5 expert, as per

Question 27 of the Survey)

The highest ratings and categories for each country obtained from the survey as

shown.

A higher level of knowledge is reported in Portugal and UK & ROI, but the sector is growing in Croatia and Macedonia and there is strong motivation among industry and the educational sector to implement BIM. Several respondents in Portugal and the UK / ROI reported themselves as being ‘experts’ with 'none' reported in Croatia. Based on the workshop consultation, BIMcert coordinators have noticed a discrepancy between industry knowledge and enthusiasm for adopting BIM and the government drive influencing the enthusiasm for BIM adoption particularly among

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MacedoniaPortugal

CroatiaUK/ROI

Knowledge of BIM as rated by respondents

poor below avg average above avg expert

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Overall respondents BIM ability Two largest issues:

1. Skills 2. Clients

3.11 3.12 3.13

the larger UK contractors securing public contracts.

For example, the UK introduced a mandate (2016) for BIM implementation on public procurement contracts worth £5 million or more. [1] The other partner governments have not implemented this change despite enthusiasm growing within the sector. There is a paucity of BIM knowledge in Macedonia despite great efforts by IECE to educate and influence local government. To a lesser extent, Croatia faces the same issues and hopes to use quantitative data to articulate the benefits of BIM to government. The survey and accompanying reports provided valuable directions to the partners for further promotion of BIM in their countries. Respondents were asked to rate their BIM ability from Level 1 – 5 (1 meaning poor to 5 expert, as per Question 27 of the survey) The highest ratings and categories for each country obtained from the survey as

shown.

The two main challenges identified within the survey and reiterated at the

workshops, as most critical are:

a. Lack of BIM skills (46%)

b. Client awareness of value (lack of) (43%)

These have already been recognised in the early stages of the project concept and

will be addressed within the project activities.

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[1] There has been a notable increase since 2011 in BIM knowledge in the UK and this can be traced through the National Building Specification (NBS) annual reports

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MacedoniaPortugal

CroatiaUK/ROI

Ability of BIM as rated by responses

poor below avg average above avg expert

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Significant indicator for Blended Learning IT skills can be built upon

3.14 3.15 3.16

All respondents recognised that BIM training is required at all levels within their

organisations.

53% of respondents indicated they would prefer a person led course with

practical demonstrations, while the other 47% indicated they would prefer

forms of online training. This trend indicates the possibility to develop both online

and blended learning concepts, especially in relation to overcoming barriers to

training such as time and financial constraints as indicated within the survey.

All respondents indicated confidence in their IT ability across varying levels, a pleasantly surprising result, which eliminates IT as a barrier to training and makes the case for the implementation of e-learning and even more apps for gamification, with courses mindful of time constraints and accreditation desirability.

Explore and examine survey findings Target learning group

4.0 4.1 4.2 4.3

WP2 State of the Art - Background to ‘Reality Check’ Webinar Workshops To directly explore and examine the survey findings, all partner countries held a reality check/focus group webinar workshop respectively, the purpose of the workshops is to evaluate the direction and alignment of the project; to ensure the expectations and perceptions of both industry and practitioners are consistent with the training delivery mechanisms available (online, direct training, coaching and mentoring) favoured by practitioners to assist in the development of training materials. The workshops have been critical to confirming the materials under development meet the needs of the varying practitioners, in terms of organisational size, level of existing knowledge and aspiration to improve. Through discussions it became clear that the initial target learning group identified within the project should be broadened to encompass all involved for example; finance lenders and clients’ providing basic training in digital construction. Target Learning Group

Blue Collar Workers Who usually have difficulty accessing a suitable upskilling pathway

BIMcert has focused on adding to the achievements of existing BUILD UP Skills Initiatives. Also, the way we will approach curriculum and leaning outcomes, in small bite sized pieces, allowing for micro accreditation that will enable these workers to easily achieve upskilling and qualifications in a short period without impacting on their ability to earn.

Middle Management They will make decisions about implementing changes in the short term rather than larger organisations

The key problem for this group is lack of awareness, particularly about benefits across the supply chain and for new and retrofit projects of all scales. BIMcert’s engagement (WP2) and dissemination (WP8) actions will address this shortfall.

SMEs Who usually have more difficulty implementing changes in short term than

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4.4 4.5

larger organisations

One of this group’s difficulties in relation to undertaking training is that they may have financial resources but insufficient time (capex verus Opex constraints). BIMcert’s approach will enable SMEs and their workers to undertake manageable bite-size pieces of accredited training, that build to recognised qualifications, at a time and a pace to suit their needs.

For Macedonia and Croatia, additional target groups can be seen in policy makers and representatives of engineers’ and industry associations and chambers. This data will confirm the direction for WP3 and WP4, ensuring the materials and methods developed take account of the needs of practitioners. Note WP3 and WP4 will be further assessed within WP5 following trials, review and testing. To utilise the webinar workshops effectively WP2 State of the Art teamed up with WP6 Trials, Review & Testing, to hold the workshops jointly led by Future Analytics.

Utilise and integrate survey findings WP3 WP4 & WP5

5.0 5.1 5.2 5.3

Survey Impact and Integration in other Work Packages (WP) Upon completion of the Stage 2 survey report All Partners within the project have utilised and integrated the findings within their work packages, this was observed directly at the ‘Reality Check’ Webinar Workshops held across different countries; through webinar workshop presentations. WP3 have composed elements of the concept and methodology based on input from the survey respondents along within the ‘Reality Check’ webinar workshops. Additionally, WP4 & WP5 have also used the survey findings to contribute to the development of the assessment tools, training programmes, and promotional material to maximise awareness, attract learners and create upskilling opportunities through BIMcert.

Survey attitudes Learning curve BIM incentive to achieve implementation

6.0 6.1 6.2

‘Reality Check’ Webinar Workshops The survey resulted in varying responses, indicating either a different attitude to BIM reflecting the maturity of the industry in relation to the adoption and use of BIM – especially regarding Energy Efficiency. All Partner countries agreed with the survey findings, indicating and recognising:

a) Each partner country remains at different stages of the BIM learning curve.

b) All are keen to engage with BIM but will require the incentive to proceed and implement this within day to day roles, for example, the UK hold the Mandate which provides an incentivized approach, therefore most larger contractors are being forced to commit and deliver ‘Digital Technology’, however, other obstacles and barriers faced by construction employers include:

i. An aging workforce ii. Lack of client awareness iii. Inconsistent and differing BIM journey levels for sub-

contractors.

c) These results vary in terms of learning levels and styles for all areas of the

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Learning levels and styles Achievement Badging approach

workforce involved, however, with no clear structure in place, each large contractor is creating their own approach and cascading this only among their workforce, which reaches only subcontractors working to the larger contractor (usually within a public tender contracts).

d) Standardization is required and is achievable through the concept and methodologies being developed with BIMcert project creating a consistent approach for all parties keeping them informed of the evolving digital construction technology in place achieving long term benefits.

e) The badging approach will enable the target group to meet a basic training level(s) with the option to succeed to higher level(s) tailored and suitable to their own needs to develop and enhance their learning experience in a timescale suitable to them continuing / advancing their learning as and when required, creating a friendly competitive learning environment.

Webinar workshop results Barriers to training

7.0 7.1 7.2 7.3

‘Reality Check’ Webinar Workshop Findings The webinar workshops where held in five countries during Autumn/Winter 2018, using English language with a total of 79 participants. At each workshop a recap of the survey findings was presented to attendees highlighting the salient points to ensure the information obtained reflected the Industry’s viewpoint, in terms of ‘How Training Interventions, should be structured and delivered, as much as the content’. To view each workshop report, please see appendices i – v.

Source: Word Cloud 1: BIMcert End User Workshops

via https://www.jasondavies.com/wordcloud/

Skopje 23%

Zagreb 7%

Dublin 32%

Lisbon 23%

Belfast 15%

'Reality Check' Workshop Attendees

Skopje

Zagreb

Dublin

Lisbon

Belfast

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BIM training identified Preferred learning style

7.4 7.5 7.6

Younger entrants to the industry will change this concept over time, as this will be day to day normal practice, within the learning environment.

The main barriers to

education and training,

as expected remain

universally, time and

cost.

Interestingly though, a

lack of relevant courses

is a further barrier to

BIM training.

The results show a good

perception of training

needs in all areas where

BIM can improve

performance.

Where BIM is still in the

early stages, focus turns to

the longer-term benefits of

Building Management and

Energy Efficiency.

The preferred learning

style of those surveyed

indicated a preference for

Person-Led practical

training followed by

Classroom led training

reflecting traditional

learning styles.

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Energy Efficiency formula compiled by IECE

7.7

Summary of what we are proposing and how BIMcert will make a difference? BIM is currently the best tool available to drive energy efficient design, the project aims to improve the energy efficiency of buildings through the BIMcert training program, as stated in the proposal are as follows:

a) Increased energy savings for at least 10%, in new building projects

b) Increased energy savings for at least 20%, in renovation building projects

c) Increased generation from renewable sources, in buildings, for at least 13%

d) Reduction of gap between designed and achieved energy performances by

at least 10%

Learning material, bite-size approach

7.8

The expected project impacts presented in energy measuring units [kWh]:

a) Energy savings in new projects, that will be achieved by applying BIMcert

skills:

a. 6 to 10 kWh/m2 * of final energy (at the spot of consumption),

which is equivalent to 9 to 15 kWh/m2 of primary energy (at the

spot of generation). The savings will be related to the total energy

performance of buildings throughout the life cycle.

b) Energy savings in renovation projects, that will be achieved by applying

BIMcert skills:

a. 15 to 25 kWh/m2 *2 of final energy (at the spot of consumption),

which is equivalent to 23 to 45 kWh/m2 of primary energy (at the

spot of generation). The savings will be related to the total energy

performance of building throughout its life cycle.

c) Primary energy savings triggered by the project trials which will include

about 1000 AEC professionals, equals to:

a. 30,328 GWh/year of primary energy, which is approximately 2% of

final energy consumption in the UK in 2017.

d) Energy generation from renewable and low carbon sources, triggered by the

project trials: 2,744GWh/year.

7.9

With improved design and construction when applying BIM, as well as implementation of environmental construction methods and materials, the reduction of about 70% of energy consumption during construction activities can be assumed additional energy savings.

7.10

Through BIM, the translation from design to construction and building management will improve the delivery of sustainable energy efficiency in our built environment.

7.11 The BIMcert Team/Consortium will help Industry by developing materials that will deliver the training required by all parties identified with primary focus on the construction sector.

2 *The range depends on the level of upskilling, type of project when the skills will be applied and the type of AEC activities (design,

construction, installation, operation, maintenance or other AEC activities).

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7.12

Extra guidance will also be available on the training method and delivery through small (bite-sized) bits of learning – allowing individuals to identify specific areas of learning to meet needs: -

Each “bit of learning” will attract a “credit”

A combination of Credits will make up larger qualifications

Learning outcomes will be at different user requirements

· View / use outputs · Alter / Amend · Create · Assess (e.g. energy performance, life-cycle costs, construction

programming)

Learning will be on individual needs – self selection

Curriculum targets different disciplines and construction stages (New-Build / Repair & Maintenance / Renovation / Demolition)

Delivery will be Blended Learning (a mixture of instructor led / On-Line self-learning / Project based scenarios etc.), with varying rates of blendage, depending on the type of module and learner’s preferences of type of training.

Blended Learning Methodology Participant webinar responses re BIM/digital construction

7.13 7.14

The WP2 Stage 3 workshops are proposing to follow the participants recommendations by: -

Exploiting the idea of “bite-sized” learning packages

Combining recognized qualifications, where possible

Agree a “blended approach” incorporating a mix of delivery styles (allowing the learner to develop their own style of adoption)

Recognise that each partner country remains at a different stage in the

process of adoption of BIM

Respondents at all workshops were asked their opinion on BIM and should

BIM be adopted. Also, is there interest within the Construction sector to

include BIM Certification in order to enhance construction skills in

construction sector

A participant in Macedonia indicated, “Yes, it’s necessary to accept and apply BIM,

because it will help us in our everyday work and will improve sustainability of

buildings as well. At the moment, there is not enough conscience about the

importance of BIM and its applicability in developing a project. As to the presented

training methods, the blended learning is the most appropriate method”.

Source: Blended Learning Methodology

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New suite of learning BIM Risk Assessment

7.15 7.16

A participant in Zagreb, Croatia indicated, “Surveyors do not understand a lot about

BIM”; “There is a lack of use on BIM in Energy Efficiency”.

The response in Lisbon, Portugal indicated “The Portuguese government does not

invest in BIM; however, they should, or another organization should recognize the

long-term investment and savings”.

Believe there is a need for a new suite of learning aimed at all levels and disciplines within the industry to enable digital construction to be integrated across the entire supply chain

Accept that better BIM knowledge (leading to better integration and adoption across industry) will lead to better translation from design, through specification to construction and management of not just the buildings but the energy efficiency of the buildings and their life-long performance

Employers should determine the impact of BIM by undertaking completing a BIM Risk Assessment along with a Cost Benefit Analysis to identify advantages and disadvantages prior to implementation

BIM terminology BIM glossary BIMcert curriculum

7.17 7.18 7.19

Furthermore, a lot of frustration and confusion seems to exist in the UK, around the terminology of BIM, defined as an information management process, therefore, the term ‘Digital Construction/Technology’ is more often adopted to encompass and highlight the umbrella approach required within all areas of the BIMcert Curriculum. The introduction of a concise BIM glossary, outlining ‘digital construction’ terminology will provide all users, at all levels with clear, easy to understand information.

Source: https://twitter.com/energybimcert

Conclusion

8.0 8.1 8.2

Conclusion The ‘Reality Check’ workshops indicate that the proposals developed by the project team are in line with the requirements in the survey Stage 2 report. The favoured learning styles and areas identified within the survey, are the ‘beyond

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blended’ option with self-selection of ‘pick and mix bite sized learning’.

Other factors Blended learning Financial expenses

9.0 9.1

Other Factors The survey and subsequent focus groups raised the following additional valuable insight points relating to the uptake and adoption of BIM / Digital Construction: -

Government incentives / direction

Client understanding and demand

Whole industry coordination and understanding of the life-long aspects of construction

Technology software updates

Learners will benefit from the blended learning approach requiring minimal IT knowledge

Outlaying financial costs e.g. software packages, workforce learning and development etc., however, these are mitigated in the long term through best practice with savings in energy efficiency, sustainability, waste management, therefore reducing cost and time. Therefore it may be justified to include cost benefit analysis in the training programme, in order to confirm return of capital costs of BIM implementation

CITB GB White Paper

10.0 10.1 10.2 10.3

Other BIM / Digital Construction sources of information

Digital technology has the potential to transform the construction industry – but only

if the sector is equipped with the right skills and knowledge, as highlighted in a

recent (CITB) GB Report.

Without widespread adoption of digital, construction risks being marginalised and

losing a generation of new talent to other sectors.

CITB’s report, reveals that for change to happen, new cultures and ways of working

need to be driven from the top; leaders of companies large and small need to ‘think

digital’ in everything they do.

The key research findings are:

- Digital tech being used in construction is not cutting-edge

- Better use of data by everyone in the industry is central to digital

transformation

- Skills for individual technical elements are less important than broader soft

skills such as creativity and problem solving – from new entrants to CEO’s

- Industry lacks a shared vision of what digitalisation should achieve for the

sector

NBS Survey 10.4

The National Building Specification (NBS) have been helping industry for over 40

years, developing and producing NBS products which support the built

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environment.

NBS Survey Link

10.5

The NBS Construction Technology Survey aims to understand the current attitudes

and adoption of various technologies to predict future use and trends.

10.6 This survey investigates how digital technology is changing business processes,

specification writing, design tools, models, project extranets and common data

environments in a similar way to the BIMcert survey.

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APPENDIX

Skopje

Workshop

Report

i

Skopje Workshop Report Date

of meeting:

Number of participants:

10/10/18 Key Speakers: Dr Sheryl Lynch, Future

Analytics, Gayle Beckett, CITB NI, Barry

McAuley, DIT, Andrew Hamilton, Belfast

Met, Eduardo Ramos Rebelo, Belfast Met

18 attendees which included various

stakeholder groups (designers – architects,

engineers, AEC managers, Representatives

of Macedonian Economy Chamber,

Macedonian Chamber of Chartered

Architects & Engineers, Ministry of Economy

Reason for meeting:

Skopje Webinar Workshop (IECE)

re WP2 Reality Check and Task 6.1

Workshops with End Users

(concepts and Methodology Trial)

Summary of Discussion:

BIMcert ‘Reality Check’ Findings

Key comments: -

1. The participants agreed the survey reflected industry expectations especially in the field of energy efficiency skills, showing this topic is relevant to society.

2. BIM is accepted because it will help us in our everyday work and will improve sustainability of buildings. At the moment not enough conscience about the importance of BIM is applicable in developing building project. The favoured training method indicated by attendees is Blended Learning.

3. The introduction of BIM within Macedonian legislation is realistically within the next 3-5 years.

4. Blended learning is necessary for the initial stages of software BIM, as a student progresses, the self-learning should be more emphasized. At this beginning this approach should be more focused on live learning and be more intensive in the classroom.

5. The curriculum of all modules will be in English, because it is the common language. Unfortunately, the timeline of the project is limited, so there won’t be time for translation during this project. In the later phase it can be translated in the national languages by the partner organizations.

6. For blue collar workers the blended learning approach is necessary, especially to study modelling (how to install the equipment etc.), through learning by doing.

7. The Macedonian survey respondents were mostly interested in 3D modelling and energy efficiency.

8. The learner will be assessed at the beginning of their engagement to establish the learner’s training needs starting point.

9. A blended learning approach is essential; supported with live presentations however, these are not always adequate for all types of learners.

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Zagreb

Workshop

Report

Dublin

Workshop

Report

ii

iii

Zagreb Workshop Report

Date of meeting:

13/10/18 Key Speakers: Dr Sheryl Lynch, Future

Analytics, Gayle Beckett, CITB NI, Barry

McAuley, DIT, Andrew Hamilton, Belfast Met,

Eduardo Ramos Rebelo, Belfast Met

Number of participants: 6 attendees which

included various stakeholder groups

(designers – architects, engineers, AEC

managers, Croatian Chamber of Chartered

Architects & Engineers)

Reason for meeting:

Zagreb Webinar Workshop

(EIHP) re WP2 Reality Check

and Task 6.1 Workshops with

End Users (concepts and

Methodology Trial)

Summary of Discussion:

BIMcert ‘Reality Check’ Findings, key comments:-

1. There is a lack of use on BIM in energy efficiency, there is little use of

Revit in Croatia. Surveyors have no/little knowledge about BIM.

2. The contractors do not use AutoCAD to read the designs

3. The survey has reached people who are already advanced in BIM

4. From our experience people are keener to use remote tools and learning

methods – BIM educator

5. When asked people prefer in-class learning (as per the survey findings),

but this method may cause problems as they will be expected to use BIM

tools maybe within 6 months or beyond - BIM educator

6. Based on practice, the most efficient method for learning is through on site

project experience.

7. The modules will be chosen by the management who normally know very

little about BIM.

8. The best method for assessing the BIM level needs in a company is

bringing in an outside expert consultant. Also, an assessment of BIM

advantages provides additional value in terms of cost-effectiveness this

would be an advisable approach to the company.

9. One BIM educated worker would be useful as a pillar to transfer his

knowledge to his colleagues; Also, an educational BIM tool will be useful.

10. When developing educational modules, an educational summary

introduction to BIM would be useful especially for the management.

11. When changes are encountered within BIM the plans update

instantaneously within the process, which is one of BIM’s main

advantages. Employers need to be competitors do.

12. More marketing about BIM is needed in order to raise awareness at contractors’ levels

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Lisbon

Workshop

Report

iv

Dublin Workshop Report

Date of meeting:

23/10/18 Key Speakers: Dr Sheryl Lynch, Future

Analytics, Gayle Beckett, CITB NI, Barry

McAuley, DIT, Andrew Hamilton, Belfast Met,

Eduardo Ramos Rebelo, Belfast Met

Number of participants: 25 attendees which

included various stakeholder groups (designers

– architects, engineers, AEC managers – CPD

Students)

Reason for meeting:

Dublin Workshop (DIT) re WP2

Reality Check and Task 6.1

Workshops with End Users

(concepts and Methodology

Trial)

Summary of Discussion:

BIMcert ‘Reality Check’ Findings

Key comments:

1. Energy Efficiency clarity: Make sure Energy Efficiency offered via BIMcert is as clear as possible. At the moment, the energy saving capacity is not articulated very well in the trial presentation.

2. IT accessible: IT learning through technology is still very scary for a lot of people and especially those in construction jobs that are more hands-on, do not traditionally require one to be familiar with computers, apps, online learning forums etc. Therefore, it’s very important to make it clear what IT supports are available there, at every stage of the BIM journey.

3. Stakeholder’s need to include actual workers: BIMcert need to engage with actual workers i.e. next phase should involve tradespeople or at the very least, the contractors themselves. (Federation of Master Builders may participate via CITB NI).

4. Monitor or at least record accounts of implementation of BIM in ROI and EU: Need to sell to contractors and monitor implementation of BIM, not just production rate of BIM design but the practice and the follow through in the build.

5. Clarify BIM maturity levels: Very unclear about the national standards and how that maps onto an EU standard.

6. Perhaps a BIM champion who is supported by senior management, HR and formally linked to another national BIM champion? Can this be linked to and rewarded through CPD (Continuous Professional Development)?

7. Qualification gap – there is a gap in the market in terms of no offering of a BIM qualification without having the target of a master’s degree. This is daunting for the multitude of workers who want to learn about BIM with the promise of some accreditation but do not have to enter such a formal postgraduate obligation.

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Lisbon Workshop Report

Date of meeting:

06/11/18 Key Speakers: Dr Sheryl Lynch, Future

Analytics, Gayle Beckett, CITB NI, Barry

McAuley, DIT, Andrew Hamilton, Belfast

Met, Eduardo Ramos Rebelo, Belfast Met

Number of participants: 18 attendees

which included various stakeholder groups

(designers – architects, engineers, AEC

managers, Lisbon Government Officials)

Reason for meeting:

Lisbon Workshop re WP2 Reality

Check (Webinar Workshop) and

Task 6.1 Workshops with End

Users (concepts and

Methodology Trial)

Summary of Discussion:

BIMcert ‘Reality Check’ Findings

Key comments:

1. The survey reflects the findings as it exposes the advantages of BIM,

while recognizing that designers are the first point of contact between

contractor and clients; designers are leveraging BIM, good/better to have

a consistent framework.

2. Contractors are doing BIM internally as no one is delivering training at

present.

3. A compilation of case studies that clearly outline efficiency and cost

benefit analysis of BIM implementation from design to installation, is

required. The software is important but so is the process. It can be hard

to ‘teach’ this to clients and reconcile requirements as many do not

understand what Level 2 BIM actually means, this trickles down to a lack

of understanding of what is means to install BIM Level 2.

4. All participants agree the client plays a major role in BIM implementation,

but they need to be educated.

5. The BIM implementation in Portugal is mostly individual (internal to

organization). There are a few collaborations between the different

stakeholders, but this was evidenced as one of the most important

competencies to learn: know how to work collaboratively.

6. A principle contractor indicated a common learning framework is required

to obtain a clear learning model and concept particularly targeting blue-

collar workers.

7. BIM is mostly provided through training courses at advanced levels of

those engaging in continuing education (some BIM competencies are

available at university curriculum, but not BIM courses). Some exceptions

exist for a few universities that provide one discipline at the university

curriculum.

8. The blended learning concept was discussed, with the face to face

component relevant but the e-learning approach was considered

interesting with added valued for professionals (usually so occupied).

9. BIM is collaborative tool which retains an individual learning technique

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through gamification, peer pressure encourages light competition and

supports collaborative learning opportunities. SME’s are likely to engage,

if it’s: -

Flexible

At low cost

Advantages knowledge 10. A participant recommended ‘Democratising’ BIM, so that it’s not a top

down skill, it’s accessible to ALL and therefore the responsibility of all to

teach others about BIM, makes sure work is BIM compliant and that work

environments from architect’s office to construction sites are BIM

inclusive.)

11. Even if a client does not know about BIM, they should not be forced to

implement something by a designer who does know – there is an

imbalance of power because there is an imbalance of education and that

is what is leading to a mistrust of BIM and a slow uptake from

contractors. Key here is clear demonstration of benefits of BIM with

perhaps a micro accreditation feature for contractors / clients at the end.

The burden on designers to convince people to use BIM is also lifted so

more people have access to BIM education.

12. Industry must have a lifecycle approach to see the benefits of BIM from

inception to fruition the vision should be BIM, therefore a holistic

approach should be taken as BIMcert is unable to solve all training need

areas. Also, there was strong advocate for specificity as apparently a

general BIM course would not meet needs in Portugal. Facilities and

change management are areas of interest to participants.

13. The curriculum should be set out for ALL to access with the option to

select and choose tailored learning needs based on training development

needs and personal progression targets.

14. Need to certify professional training that matches industry standard and

cross – EU standard.

15. Need to match BIMcert framework with accreditation

16. For specific skills, face to face learning is a must and BIMcert must

outline clearly when and how this will be facilitated.

17. Right now, BIM costs too much money and requires too many hours.

Belfast Workshop Report

Date of meeting:

13/11/18 Key Speakers: Dr Sheryl Lynch, Future

Analytics, Gayle Beckett, CITB NI, Barry

McAuley, DIT, Andrew Hamilton, Belfast

Met, Eduardo Ramos Rebelo, Belfast Met

Number of participants: 12 attendees

(representing NI construction employers,

academia and NI BIM Group representative)

Reason for meeting:

Belfast Workshop (Belfast Met,

Titanic Campus) re WP2 Reality

Check and Task 6.1 Workshops

with End Users (concepts and

Methodology Trial)

Summary of Discussion:

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BIMcert ‘Reality Check’ Findings

Key comments:

1. The survey reflects the findings of those engaging in BIM, but, due to the lack of knowledge or understanding of BIM, this may be a barrier to some respondents taking part in the survey.

2. A perceived barrier to BIM engagement may be the unforeseen outlay costs to be incurred e.g. BIM training. Therefore, to reduce the fear clear information on the benefits and facts should be available to construction employers. Additionally, continual technical updates remain a further obstacle to

SME’s committing to BIM.

3. Furthermore, with an aging workforce, most larger employers are met with resistance when introducing new technology, as some employees fail to see the benefits of technology, believing traditional methods of construction remain the best. Therefore, challenges remain ongoing to engage the resistant workforce and change their mindset - a small curve is starting with BIM highlighting a similar method to

support developing businesses.

4. Demonstrations of good practice e.g. case studies, will provide an overview of the benefits, and for those employers not already engaged this emphasises a good ethos that by taking small steps into BIM/Digital Construction the journey begins without looking back to enhance knowledge and ability.

5. Link KPI’s more to highlight the benefits which is especially useful when compiling/submitting CPD bid. However, for the individual signing off on the submission, the BIM/digital construction area is somewhat confusing, and not easy to stand over.

6. Create a framework of bite-sized learning, use opportunity to incorporate learning within business ethos, start small and aim to increase BIM knowledge.

7. Another suggested learning tool was Moodle; for example, if collective information was available this would assist construction contractors disseminate BIM/Digital Construction information/learning guidance throughout their organisations.

8. On reflection of the survey, a key finding is ‘no relevant training courses are available’, however, BIM penetration is already well underway in the UK when compared to other partner countries within the BIMcert project, which is supported by the UK holding the mandate for implementation at present.

9. A large employer indicated until BIM/Digital Construction becomes mandatory not all employers will engage.

10. BIMcert project aims to: - Upskill the workforce

- Develop new employees joining the industry

FAC’s Notes:Location Date Group Details

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Skopje; Dijana IECE HQ October 10

10.00 – 12.00

18 attendees, from various stakeholder groups

(designers - architects and engineers, managers of

AEC companies, representatives of Macedonian

Economy Chamber, representatives of Macedonian

Chamber of Chartered Architects and Engineers,

representatives of Ministry of Economy – Energy

Agency, representatives of consultancy companies),

IECE staff.

Zagreb; Toni EIHP October 15

11.00 – 13.00

6 attendees from EIHP comprised of designers -

architects and engineers, managers of AEC

companies

Dublin; DIT; Barry/Avril DIT October 23

Time: 18.00-

20.00

25 attendees who are enrolled on the Postgraduate

Diploma in Collaborative BIM at DIT. The attendees

will have a further option to advance to complete a

MSc in Applied BIM and Management. The vast

majority of attendees are working within industry as

BIM professionals.

Lisbon; António IST November 6

09.30 - 12.30

18 attendees from the largest construction company

in Portugal, other construction companies,

universities in Brazil and Portugal. Engineers,

architects and trainers also attended.

Belfast; Belfast Met;

Kelsey/Andrew/Eduardo/Anne

November 13

09.30 - 12.30

12 attendees (representing NI construction

employers, academia and NI BIM Group

representative)