Trade BIM & Fabrication Support for a Data Center Project in the USA

Project Snapshot • Project type: Data Center • Location: USA • Client type: GC / MEP Contractor • Project phase: Construction • BIM services: Trade BIM modelling, coordination, fabrication and installation support • Disciplines: MEP • Software: Revit, Navisworks, ACC The Challenge • The project was delivered under an aggressive construction schedule with minimal float • Frequent vendor and equipment changes required rapid model updates • High-density MEP systems increased the risk of clashes during installation • The contractor needed BIM outputs that were immediately usable on site Our BIM Approach • Developed LOD 400 trade-level BIM models tailored specifically for fabrication and installation • Aligned BIM coordination activities with the contractor’s pull-plan and weekly lookahead schedules • Conducted high-frequency coordination and clash reviews to keep pace with site progress • Rapidly incorporated vendor data and field changes while maintaining model integrity • Delivered fabrication-ready outputs including spools, penetration layouts, and installation drawings Results & Impact • Enabled faster installation cycles through clear, constructible BIM outputs • Reduced rework despite ongoing design and vendor changes • Improved coordination between trade partners during critical construction phases • Supported consistent progress on a high-pressure, mission-critical build Value Delivered • Delivered contractor-focused BIM support aligned with site realities • Reduced installation risk through fabrication-ready coordination • Improved productivity under aggressive programme constraints • Demonstrated proven capability in delivering trade BIM for mission-critical data center projects