As our built environment evolves we must adapt the way we design, build and operate our assets. So DHD is applying Building Information Modelling (BIM) on a wide range of projects.
BIM encourages collaborative working amongst stakeholders and enables us to produce and use
good quality information through all phases of delivery and into operation. Providing
accurate and current information, in a structured way unlocks opportunities for everyone to
gain efficiencies. We provide support for our supply chain and for internal staff to ensure
that everyone can contribute to the level required and gain the knowledge they need.
To complement the BIM process, we encourage the use of technology to assist us with
delivery. This ensures data is securely hosted, accessible, traceable, not just for use
today but for the lifetime that it may be required. As a by-product of moving away from
paper based methods of capturing and reviewing information we are automatically improving
our sustainability.
Our BIM excellence is driven by some outstanding subject matter experts who advise and assist
with the application of BIM and new technologies. With extensive and varied knowledge across
the group we can meet the challenges that are presented when undergoing this digital
transformation.
Members of the team contribute to and support the work that is being undertaken by the WORLD
BIM Alliance and within BIM Regions to drive industry collaboration. DHD have partnered with
The B1M to produce The Future Construction Video Channel to share case studies and visions.
The team has been externally recognised through the initial and ongoing assessment of BSI
Certification to BIM Level 2 in accordance with PAS 1192 2: 2013, BS 1192: 2007 and PAS 1192
4:2014. This applies to Asset Management, Design and Business Services, Buildings (excluding
Facilities Management) and Infrastructure Projects.
DHD are committed to offering apprenticeships and we have developed a Digital Construction
Apprenticeship with external providers that enables us to embed the foundations of BIM into
employees. Armed with this knowledge we anticipate that this will assist us to build a
workforce that is ready and able to respond to the digital demands of projects in the
future.