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BIM and Sustainable Construction Management

A special issue of Sustainability (ISSN 2071-1050). This special issue belongs to the section "Green Building".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (31 August 2023) | Viewed by 8197

Special Issue Editors

Dr. Farzad Jalaei

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Construction Research Center, National Research Council Canada, Government of Canada, 1200 Montreal Road, M-20, Ottawa, ON K1A 0R6, Canada
Interests: sustainable design and construction; construction 4.0; automation in construction; building information modeling (BIM); life cycle assessment (LCA); embodied carbon in construction; life cycle cost (LCC); green building rating systems; climate change
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Dr. Jieying Jane Zhang

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Engineering, Construction Research Centre, National Research Council Canada, Building M-20, 1200 Montreal Road, Ottawa, ON K1A 0R6, Canada
Interests: sustainable resillient infrastructure; construction 4.0; bridge information modeling; climate change; life cycle environmental impacts assessment; life cycle cost
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Dr. Ahmad Jrade

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Department of Civil Engineering, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5, Canada
Interests: construction 4.0; bridge information modeling (BIM); building information modeling (BIM); life cycle cost; decision support systems
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Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

I would like to invite you to submit your latest research contributions in the Special Issue of Sustainability (IF 3.889, ISSN 2071-1050) titled "BIM and Sustainable Construction Management" . This Special Issue calls for original research and review papers around innovative methodologies, technologies, and best practices pertinent to the application of digital transformation such as building information modeling (BIM) in sustainable construction engineering and in the management of building and infrastructure projects.

This Special Issue provides a comprehensive approach towards sustainable construction management from the digital innovation and integration perspective. There are still limited studies that have investigated various functionalities of the BIM process in the sustainability of buildings and infrastructures such as roads and bridges. Some common domains of BIM and sustainability in lifecycle assessment, green building criteria, energy analysis, environmental assessments and design, construction, and project management will be highlighted here. This Special Issue aims to cover the broader scope of BIM and sustainable construction management in buildings and infrastructures, with particular focus on (but not limited to) the following topics:

  • BIM integrated with sustainable construction materials;
  • BIM integrated with sustainable database management systems; 
  • BIM integrated with energy analysis and simulation;
  • BIM integrated with green building rating systems;
  • BIM integrated with Life cycle environmental impacts assessment (LCA);
  • BIM integrated with life cycle cost (LCC) analysis and assessment;
  • BIM integrated with Geographical information system (GIS);
  • Road/ Bridge Information modeling (BrIM) integrated with sustainability practices;  
  • Application of BIM into low carbon procurement practices;  
  • Resilient buildings and infrastructures in changing climate through BIM;
  • Cyber Physical Systems (Construction 4.0) applications to perform sustainable project management; 
  • Project management through digital construction applications.

Papers on mentioned topics can have a diverse scope (i.e., comprehensive literature review, scientific advancement and technology innovation, methodology development and implementation, industrial/commercial practices, and case studies).

We look forward to receiving your contributions. 

Dr. Farzad Jalaei
Dr. Jieying Jane Zhang
Dr. Ahmad Jrade
Guest Editors

Manuscript Submission Information

Manuscripts should be submitted online at www.mdpi.com by registering and logging in to this website. Once you are registered, click here to go to the submission form. Manuscripts can be submitted until the deadline. All submissions that pass pre-check are peer-reviewed. Accepted papers will be published continuously in the journal (as soon as accepted) and will be listed together on the special issue website. Research articles, review articles as well as short communications are invited. For planned papers, a title and short abstract (about 100 words) can be sent to the Editorial Office for announcement on this website.

Submitted manuscripts should not have been published previously, nor be under consideration for publication elsewhere (except conference proceedings papers). All manuscripts are thoroughly refereed through a single-blind peer-review process. A guide for authors and other relevant information for submission of manuscripts is available on the Instructions for Authors page. Sustainability is an international peer-reviewed open access semimonthly journal published by MDPI.

Please visit the Instructions for Authors page before submitting a manuscript. The Article Processing Charge (APC) for publication in this open access journal is 2400 CHF (Swiss Francs). Submitted papers should be well formatted and use good English. Authors may use MDPI's English editing service prior to publication or during author revisions.

Keywords

  • building information modeling (BIM)
  • bridge information modeling (BrIM)
  • sustainable construction management
  • low carbon procurement
  • geographical information system (GIS)
  • BIM-based decision support systems
  • LCA/ LCC
  • Construction 4.0

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Are Existing LCIA Methods Related to Mineral and Metal Resources Relevant for an AESA Approach Applied to the Building Sector? Case Study on the Construction of New Buildings in France
by Nada Bendahmane, Natacha Gondran and Jacques Chevalier
Sustainability 2024, 16(3), 1031; https://doi.org/10.3390/su16031031 - 25 Jan 2024
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Considering the challenges that mineral and metallic resources represent for the building sector, there is a need to propose decision-support tools to building stakeholders. One of the possibilities could be to integrate an indicator of pressure on mineral resources in an absolute environmental [...] Read more.
Considering the challenges that mineral and metallic resources represent for the building sector, there is a need to propose decision-support tools to building stakeholders. One of the possibilities could be to integrate an indicator of pressure on mineral resources in an absolute environmental sustainability assessment (AESA) approach, using life cycle impact assessment (LCIA) methods. This paper will analyze the existing LCIA indicators that can be used to represent the impact on mineral resources of new constructions, with a case study on new buildings in France in 2015. This analysis aims to find out whether the existing LCIA methods dealing with mineral and metallic resources issues are adapted to the specific stakes of the building sector in an AESA approach. The AESA approach considered is the one proposed by Bjørn and Hauschild. Several steps are detailed in this paper. Firstly, bibliographic research was carried out to identify existing LCIA methods related to the mineral resources. Secondly, selection criteria were defined in order to select those LCIA methods relevant for the building sector. Thirdly, the scope of the case study was defined and its inventory analysis was conducted using the Ecoinvent 3.5 database, selecting only the mineral and metallic input flows. Finally, the comparison between the inventory of mineral and metallic flows issued from the inventory analysis and the substances considered in the selected LCIA methods was effected. The results show that none of the existing LCIA methods are compatible with the aim of developing an LCIA indicator for mineral and metallic resources that is compatible with an AESA approach, in particular for the building sector. Full article
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How to Manage Supply Chains Successfully in Transport Infrastructure Projects
by Saqib Mehmood, Jianqiang Fan, Idris Salim Dokota, Samera Nazir and Zarish Nazir
Sustainability 2024, 16(2), 730; https://doi.org/10.3390/su16020730 - 15 Jan 2024
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The objective of this research is to assess the influence of effective supply chain management on the success of transport infrastructure projects, considering the moderating effects of building information modeling (BIM) and environmental factors. Data were collected through questionnaires from construction projects and [...] Read more.
The objective of this research is to assess the influence of effective supply chain management on the success of transport infrastructure projects, considering the moderating effects of building information modeling (BIM) and environmental factors. Data were collected through questionnaires from construction projects and subjected to analysis to gain insights into the contributions of various supply chain management strategies to the overall performance of transport infrastructure projects, as well as how the presence of BIM and environmental considerations affect this relationship. The data were subjected to analysis using partial least squares structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM). The results of this investigation revealed a significant impact of supply chain management practices in the construction industry on the performance of transport infrastructure projects, with BIM and environmental considerations acting as moderators in this association. This study holds both practical and theoretical significance, as it contributes to the existing body of knowledge by shedding light on the role of supply chain management in construction and its influence on the success of transport infrastructure projects while also exploring the moderating influence of BIM and environmental factors. The findings provide valuable perspectives for improving supply chain management practices in construction, thereby enhancing the outcomes of transport infrastructure projects. Full article
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Implementation of BIM Data in CityGML—Research and Perspectives for Creating a QGIS Plugin for Spatial Analysis: Experience from Poland
by Dorota Janisio-Pawłowska and Wojciech Pawłowski
Sustainability 2024, 16(2), 642; https://doi.org/10.3390/su16020642 - 11 Jan 2024
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The subject of this research was to develop an effective strategy for combining various data sources, including the feasibility of implementing BIM in CityGML into an existing system supported by the GIS program. The study analyzed the path for converting BIM files to [...] Read more.
The subject of this research was to develop an effective strategy for combining various data sources, including the feasibility of implementing BIM in CityGML into an existing system supported by the GIS program. The study analyzed the path for converting BIM files to the CityGML format and the course of transmission of this data and data from the completed queries to the GIS program. An overview of external sources, map services, tools for acquiring accurate information about the terrain, and IT tools that could potentially be used was also carried out. The collected data proved deficiencies in the geospatial information of the analyzed area, defining the type of missing data necessary for the planned analyses. The results made it possible to determine further work and the basis for developing a plugin for the QGIS program. The plugin should facilitate energy efficiency, urban, and architectural analyses. The article also discusses the future opportunities for developing research directions for developing new 3D models of cities and collecting data for analysis. The analyses took into account the directions of geometric changes in 3D models as the result of the rapid development of digital tools. Ultimately, this research demonstrated the development demand for modern digital tools in the context of spatial and urban analysis, emphasizing the dynamic evolution in the field of GIS and the prospects of accelerating work on the integration of spatial data and their analysis thanks to the possibility of using open-source programs and our own efforts for their expansion. Full article
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Challenges to the Implementation of BIM for the Risk Management of Oil and Gas Construction Projects: Structural Equation Modeling Approach
by Ahsan Waqar, Idris Othman and Roberto Alonso González-Lezcano
Sustainability 2023, 15(10), 8019; https://doi.org/10.3390/su15108019 - 15 May 2023
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Building Information Modeling (BIM) has become increasingly popular in the construction industry as a way to enhance risk management. However, little attention has been paid to the challenges of using BIM for safety management in Malaysia’s oil and gas construction sector, which is [...] Read more.
Building Information Modeling (BIM) has become increasingly popular in the construction industry as a way to enhance risk management. However, little attention has been paid to the challenges of using BIM for safety management in Malaysia’s oil and gas construction sector, which is particularly hazardous and requires effective safety management to complete projects successfully. This study aims to identify the obstacles to using BIM for safety management in Malaysia’s oil and gas construction sector and to understand the root causes of resistance to its adoption. Exploratory factor analysis and structural equation modeling were conducted on survey data collected from industry professionals. The study found that knowledge obstacles, creative hurdles, technical barriers, supervisory barriers, and functional barriers are the most significant challenges hindering the widespread adoption of BIM for safety management. These challenges were confirmed to significantly affect BIM adoption for safety management. The study’s findings have important implications for policymakers, industry practitioners, and academics seeking to improve safety management in Malaysia’s oil and gas construction sector through the use of BIM. Future research could explore additional variables that may impact BIM adoption for safety management in this sector. Full article
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Potential Integration of Bridge Information Modeling and Life Cycle Assessment/Life Cycle Costing Tools for Infrastructure Projects within Construction 4.0: A Review
by Ahmad Jrade, Farnaz Jalaei, Jieying Jane Zhang, Saeed Jalilzadeh Eirdmousa and Farzad Jalaei
Sustainability 2023, 15(20), 15049; https://doi.org/10.3390/su152015049 - 19 Oct 2023
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Construction 4.0 is a platform that combines digital and physical technologies to enhance the design and construction of the built environment. Bridge Information Modeling (BrIM), a component of Construction 4.0′s digital technologies, streamlines construction processes and promotes collaboration among project stakeholders. In this [...] Read more.
Construction 4.0 is a platform that combines digital and physical technologies to enhance the design and construction of the built environment. Bridge Information Modeling (BrIM), a component of Construction 4.0′s digital technologies, streamlines construction processes and promotes collaboration among project stakeholders. In this study, a comprehensive literature review and bibliometric and content analysis are conducted on building information modeling (BIM), life cycle assessment (LCA), life cycle cost (LCC), BrIM, and Bridge LCA. This study investigates the potential integration of BrIM, LCA, and LCC as inputs for bridges’ LCA to enhance decision making by providing designers with detailed and interactive cost and environmental information throughout an asset’s lifecycle and explores the functionalities of Construction 4.0 and its potential influence on the economy and sustainability of bridge projects. The reviewed literature showed that the tools currently used to apply LCA and LCC methods for infrastructure assets lack the ability to identify possible integration with BrIM and hold limitations in their key functions for identifying the utmost features that need to be adopted in the creation of any tool to increase the general resilience of bridges and infrastructure. Full article
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