Abstract

Building Information Modeling (BIM) is a relatively new technology in the construction industry that, when properly implemented, can contribute to adequate project quality, accurate time, cost reduction, and less rework. Egypt prepared a series of exhibits, seminars, and conferences as one of its initial moves toward BIM; however, BIM has been implemented only in some mega projects. To avoid being left behind, Egyptian firms must embrace and evolve with the BIM revolution to keep pace with the international construction industry. This article aims to examine the concept of using BIM as a management tool in the Egyptian construction sector. In addition, project complexity (PC) is being studied as a key factor influencing BIM adoption in the market. Moreover, a framework is introduced as a new comprehensive tool for BIM. The framework starts from the early design phases of the project to serve the construction phase with the best BIM model, and attached to it is the information required for each PC level. The proposed application of the BIM process according to the level of complexity will solve management problems, yielding improved quality. The PC index is assessed to indicate the BIM steps suitable for each complexity level. Encouraging the collaboration of stakeholders, an expertise survey takes place to investigate the potential of BIM adoption at diverse PC levels. It is used to prepare a road map for the local adoption of BIM in the construction industry at various complexity levels. The organized framework for BIM implementation is formulated to integrate BIM in projects, based on an analysis of the survey results as well as the theories studied in the research.