Trade BIM & Fabrication Support > Data center > USA

Project Snapshot

Project type: Data Center

Location: USA

Client type: GC / MEP Contractor

Project phase: Design + Construction

BIM services: Trade BIM modelling, coordination, fabrication and installation support

Disciplines: MEP

Software: Revit, Navisworks, ACC

The Challenge

  1. The project was delivered under an aggressive construction schedule with minimal float.
  2. Frequent vendor and equipment changes required rapid model updates.
  3. High-density MEP systems increased the risk of clashes during installation.
  4. The contractor needed BIM outputs that were immediately usable on site.

Our BIM Approach

  1. Developed LOD 400 trade-level BIM models tailored specifically for fabrication and installation.
  2. Aligned BIM coordination activities with the contractor’s pull-plan and weekly lookahead schedules.
  3. Conducted high-frequency coordination and clash reviews to keep pace with site progress.
  4. Rapidly incorporated vendor data and field changes while maintaining model integrity.
  5. Delivered fabrication-ready outputs including spools, penetration layouts, and installation drawings.

Results & Impact

  1. Enabled faster installation cycles through clear, constructible BIM outputs.
  2. Reduced rework despite ongoing design and vendor changes.
  3. Improved coordination between trade partners during critical construction phases.
  4. Supported consistent progress on a high-pressure, mission-critical build.

Value Delivered

  1. Delivered contractor-focused BIM support aligned with site realities.
  2. Reduced installation risk through fabrication-ready coordination.
  3. Improved productivity under aggressive program constraints.
  4. Demonstrated proven capability in delivering trade BIM for mission-critical data center projects.

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