Uniform Measurement Standards: The X Factor for Building Information Modeling Success - New York, NY

Leverage the inherent value of uniform coding and measurement standards for cost and time-saving efficiencies. Event Panelists: James P. Barrett, BIM National Director, Turner Construction Company David Burney, Commissioner, NYC Department of Design + Construction Carl Galioto FAIA, Senior Principal, HOK New York Andrew Mann FRICS, Managing Director, Gardiner & Theobald Inc. Moderator: Simon Taylor FRICS, Principal, Questant Corporation What you will learn from this program: That BIM isn’t simply a design tool. It is a project culture that can offer huge benefit to all project parties. How significant cost and schedule savings can accrue from using BIM principles, if traditional processes and team responsibilities can adapt. Examples of successful – and not so successful – implementations of BIM by the wider project team. What makes the difference? How straightforward adoption of consistent, standardized measurement rules and taxonomy can help move projects’ 3D design to 4D and 5D integrated cost and schedule control, and beyond.  The implications for procurement of public and private projects. Who should attend: Architects Owners Design engineers Cost estimators Quantity surveyors Construction Managers General contractors Subcontractors Building Information Modeling (BIM) has been capturing headlines in design and construction circles for years. And it will likely become the methodology by which a growing proportion of construction projects will be completed in the near future. BIM is more than a design tool and will only gain acceptance if it results in increased value for clients – and the whole project team. A key element now missing from the system is the ability to seamlessly identify designed objects and describe, measure and price them using a uniform coding standard. This will unlock the data for use by the entire team, help to ensure consistency in the model and lead to cost and time saving efficiencies as the methods mature in their use. RICS Americas has assembled some of the best minds in the field from all aspects of the project team to address how the inherent value of BIM can be captured using these principles. The goal is truly integrated teams – and a changed construction planning process. Learn the latest developments in BIM implementation, including case studies of projects from New York City and around the world. The panelists will also share some of their frustrations and present a new direction that could allow BIM to achieve its potential.   Jim Barrett joined Turner Construction Company as a co-op student in their Boston office more than 17 years ago. Since then, Jim has explored and implemented innovative processes and technologies throughout his career including, beginning more than ten years ago, the early application of 3-Dimensional technologies for construction visualization. Jim has recently been promoted to National Director of Virtual Design and Lean building. In this newly created role Jim will drive the adoption of both BIM technology and Lean processes on Turner projects, to fundamentally improve safety and quality while reducing waste and maximizing value to Turner's clients.         David J. Burney, AIA was appointed Commissioner of the New York City Department of Design and Construction (“DDC”) in January 2004. DDC manages capital projects for a variety of City agencies including the Departments of Transportation and Environmental Protection; and for the many cultural institutions such as libraries and museums that receive City capital funds. With Mayor Bloomberg’s support, David Burney launched a City-wide “Design and Construction Excellence Initiative” with the goal of raising the quality of design and construction of public works throughout New York City. Prior to joining DDC, Mr. Burney was Director of Design and Capital Improvement at the New York City Housing Authority where, in 2002, the agency was awarded a National Design Award Special Commendation by the Smithsonian Institute. From 1982 to 1990 Mr. Burney practiced architecture with the New York Firm of Davis Brody & Associates where he was involved in a variety of projects including the Zeckendorf Towers on Union Square and the Rose Building at Lincoln Center. Mr. Burney was educated at the Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh and at the University of London. He was the recipient of the AIA NYC Chapter Public Architect Award in 1996 and received a Sloane Public Service Award in 2003.         Carl Galioto, FAIA, Senior Principal, HOK With more than 30 years of experience, Carl Galioto possesses industry-leading expertise in the design and implementation of large, complex projects in New York City and throughout the world. His diverse projects encompass the aviation, transportation, healthcare, commercial high-rise and mixed-use sectors. Some of his recent showcase projects include One World Trade Center (Freedom Tower), Moynihan Station Redevelopment 2007 Design, and Lotte Super Tower in Seoul, South Korea. Carl is a Senior Principal and Managing Principal of HOK’s New York office. Carl leads a staff of 130 professionals including designers, project managers, technical staff, strategic consultants, medical and lab planners, as well as construction administration specialists. Carl was recently elevated to Vice Chairman of the New York Building Congress, a distinction that recognizes outstanding leadership in the interest of the construction and design industries in New York City.         Andrew Mann FRICS joined Gardiner & Theobald in 1978. He is a Construction Economist with an Honors Degree in Building Economics, a Chartered Quantity Surveyor and a fellow of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors. He is an expert in the Project Management and Cost Management of Construction Projects, from feasibility to closeout, with particular emphasis on major construction projects. His experience has covered a range of commercial projects encompassing both renovation and new construction within the fields of office, retail and industrial development. Recent clients and project include: The New York Times, JP Morgan Chase, Limited Brands, McGraw-Hill and SL Green.         Simon Taylor FRICS, Principal, Questant Corporation Simon Taylor FRICS is the Principal of Questant Corporation, a consultancy firm providing project controls and risk advisory services for the construction and engineering industry. Simon's consultancy career has spanned over twenty five years working with leading international companies to provide strategic advice on real estate, process facilities and infrastructure programs. Simon is Past Chairman of RICS Americas and also chairs the Americas Construction Management and Project Controls Council. Date: Thursday, June 10, 2010 Time: 5:00 pm Registration and Networking 5:30 - 7:30 pm Panel Discussion Location: New York University 11 West 42nd Street, Room 1027 (10th floor) New York, NY Price: RICS members: $35 Non-members: $45 NYU Students: Complimentary RSVP: Click here to register now: http://www.eventbrite.com/event/682218534 As a follow up to this and sessions planned in other cities, we shall be developing a formal, independent industry position paper on how we all can help the construction process find the value in Building Information Modeling/Management, and highlight common sense implementation steps that can release that value. So if you have experiences to offer, and would like your voice heard, join us on June 10th Supporting sponsors: