About
Robert Gittens, the owner of BIMSync'd, boasts profound expertise spanning over 30 years in the building and construction sector - structural and miscellaneous steel detailing focus. With an impressive track record of 20 years dedicated to offering invaluable guidance, training, technical support, and aiding technical sales, he has become a trusted authority in the industry. Robert Gittens possesses an unwavering passion for the building and construction industry, fueling his dedication to advancing the education system with the latest innovations in Building Information Modeling (BIM). Recognizing the need for a more proficient and well-equipped workforce, he played a pivotal role in the establishment of the Bachelor's in BIM Management program at Georgia Highlands College. This visionary initiative aims to cultivate a generation of professionals who possess comprehensive knowledge and expertise in BIM. By spearheading this educational endeavor, Robert is actively shaping the future of the industry, fostering a workforce that is adept and "BIM educated."
3D Models
Experience
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Owner
BIMSync'd · Self-employed
Jan 2021 –
Present
3 yrs 11 mos
United States
Offers BIM consulting services, Tekla Structures training, light structural and miscellaneous steel detailing, and other negotiated CAD and BIM related services.
Examples of work: https://www.bimsyncd.com/projects-7
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Training Coordinator - North America
Trimble · Full-time
Jan 2008 –
Jan 2021
13 yrs
GA, United States
Technical consultant/expert/trainer for Tekla Structures (BIM). www.tekla.com
Responsible for help desk, pre-sales demonstrations, overseeing evaluations and implementations of software,
conducting in-class Tekla Structures training for engineering and concrete, conducting customized onsite training
classes per customer requirements, testing and development of various tools to enhance Tekla Structures, and
creating documentation for training, help files, and explanation of complex processes using the product. Using
Tekla Structures, Trimble Connect, Tekla PowerFAB, SketchUp, AutoCAD, Revit Structural, Bluebeam, and various
Microsoft Office products.
Trimble is a leader in BIM and BIM technologies.
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Lead structural/miscellaneous detailer
Porter Steel · Full-time
Oct 2005 –
Jan 2008
2 yrs 3 mos
GA, United States
Lead structural/miscellaneous detailer. Used architectural and engineering drawings to create 3D models, and
construction and manufacturing drawings on Tekla Structures and AutoCAD. Worked directly with the fabrication
shop and the field personnel to complete construction documents and data. Compiled detailing standards manual
for production.
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Lead detailer
FabTech Industries, Presco Steel · Full-time
Jul 2005 –
Jul 2005
0 mos
GA, United States
Actual dates of employment: July 2000 to July 2002
Lead detailer for a large steel company. Used architectural and engineering drawings to create 3D models, and
construction and manufacturing drawings on SDS2 and AutoCAD R14 and AutoCAD LT 2000. Responsible for
training fellow employees on the use of AutoCAD.
Education
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Georgia Highlands College
Bachelor of Science, BIM Management, Will graduate in May 2025.
2023 – 2025
(expected)
Activities and Societies:
Chair of the BIM Management advisory board at Georgia Highlands College.
Assisted the college in the creation of the degree.
The technology used in engineering and construction is rapidly advancing. Proficiency in digital skills is a must for the building and construction industry. BIMM is the technology-driven process for estimating, creating and managing information and visuals on a construction project. A building information model represents a 3D version of every aspect of the project, from facade to foundation to structural steel.
https://www.highlands.edu/academic-programs/bachelor-science-building-information-modeling-management/
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North Georgia Technical College
Drafting and design, Drafting and design
1990 – 1992
Learned drafting techniques on the board and then transitioned to AutoCAD.