
Extensive Digital BIM Expertise
Building Information Modelling (BIM) offers a comprehensive process of digitally modeling, mapping, monitoring, and managing information for construction projects. It fosters collaboration and employs digital technologies to enhance efficiency in designing, creating, and maintaining assets. BIM incorporates vital product and asset data, as well as three-dimensional computer models, enabling effective information management throughout the project’s lifecycle, from initial concept to operation.
GBE’s BIM consultants are involved in nearly every project we undertake. It serves as our data management approach, and we also bring our specialized BIM management expertise to clients’ projects and schemes, aiming to improve efficiency, reduce risk, enhance quality, and support design collaboration.
Overall, BIM offers significant advantages throughout the entire lifecycle of a construction project, from design and construction to facility management. It enhances collaboration, improves design accuracy, reduces errors, optimizes construction processes, and supports efficient facility management, leading to cost savings, time savings, and improved project outcomes.
Key Advantages of Using BIM

Enhanced Collaboration
BIM allows multiple stakeholders, such as architects, engineers, contractors, and clients, to collaborate more effectively. They can work on a shared digital model, enabling real-time collaboration, coordination, and communication. This reduces conflicts, errors, and delays during the design and construction process.

Improved Visualization and Design
BIM provides a three-dimensional (3D) virtual model of a building or infrastructure project. This helps stakeholders visualize and understand the design more accurately, making it easier to identify potential issues, conflicts, or design flaws early in the process. It allows for better design optimization and decision-making.

Clash Detection and Conflict Resolution
BIM enables clash detection, where the software automatically checks for clashes or interferences between various building elements, such as structural components, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems. This early detection of clashes helps in resolving conflicts and coordination issues before construction, reducing costly rework or change orders.

Accurate Quantities and Cost Estimation
BIM facilitates automatic quantity takeoff and cost estimation by extracting data directly from the digital model. This improves accuracy, reduces manual errors, and enables faster and more reliable cost estimation during the project lifecycle.

Reduced Rework and Waste
With BIM’s accurate visualization and clash detection capabilities, potential errors, design flaws, and clashes can be identified early, reducing the need for rework during construction. This minimizes material waste, saves costs, and improves overall project efficiency.

Improved Communication and Documentation
BIM serves as a central repository for all project-related information, including design documents, specifications, schedules, and construction details. It improves communication and collaboration among project teams, simplifies document management, and ensures that all stakeholders are working with the most up-to-date information.
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Working with GBE
What sets us apart is our capability to guide clients through the complex landscape of building safety regulations, particularly those mandated for high-risk buildings following the 2021 regulatory changes.
We provide a holistic approach to smoke vent control, covering every stage from initial design to ongoing maintenance. This ensures a seamless experience, as there is no need to coordinate with multiple vendors or service providers.
Our team possesses in-depth knowledge and expertise in navigating building safety regulations, particularly those related to high-risk buildings. We stay up-to-date with the latest regulatory changes and ensure that our solutions are fully compliant with these requirements.
We understand that navigating regulatory processes can be a daunting task. So, we offer personalised guidance and support to our clients, helping them understand the regulatory landscape and ensuring that their smoke vent control systems meet all necessary compliance standards.
Our clients know that their smoke vent control systems not only meet regulatory requirements but are also designed and installed to the highest standards of quality and reliability. Our end-to-end solution streamlines the process, saving time, effort, and potential headaches associated with compliance and maintenance.
Our comprehensive approach to smoke vent control, coupled with our expertise in regulatory compliance, helps minimise the risk and liability for our clients. We take proactive steps to ensure that their buildings are safe and compliant, reducing the likelihood of fines, penalties, or legal issues arising from non-compliance.
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With a decade of experience in the construction industry and a diverse background including roles as an MEP Design Engineer, Sustainability Consultant, Contractor, Sole-trader, and Business Owner, Sam has developed a passion for sustainable design, responsive customer service, and believes that a collaborative teamwork approach produces the best solutions.
Keith served 18 years in the RAF Fire & Rescue Service both in the UK and abroad, working his way up to Watch Manager and Training Manager. During this time, he completed an engineering degree and joined Global in 2023, excelling with his innovative approach to problem solving, building safety and compliance, and utilising new technology.
Sustainability-focused Professional with a Master’s in Low Energy Building Services Engineering and a Bachelor’s in Architecture. Committed to delivering sustainable, high-performance buildings that align with environmental goals and client needs.
Digital BIM Enquiry
Enquire today with GBE to see how we can support you with your Building Information Modelling (BIM)needs.

Frequently Asked Questions
BIM stands for Building Information Modelling. BIM is the process of defining, creating, and delivering the structured data and documents that are used to design, create and operate any built asset – all in a centralised, accessible format that builds a single truth for all project participants.
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