After completing the 3D modeling of engineering projects using Revit, project progress management cannot be achieved immediately. To enable comprehensive progress simulation and management within the BIM model, corresponding progress data must be integrated. There are many project management software options available; here, Project software is used to prepare engineering projects. This software includes essential features for schedule preparation, such as Gantt charts and network diagrams. Additionally, it automatically calculates construction durations based on entered resource information, which reduces the tedious manual calculations. The output is straightforward and easy to understand, making it user-friendly. For projects with low complexity and minimal fine management requirements, this software performs well. However, it may fall short in handling complex projects with extensive and complicated management needs.
When creating preliminary progress data, it is important to first organize and consolidate all relevant information about the engineering project, ensuring that all responsible parties and tasks are clearly defined. Next, develop a project schedule by inputting management tasks. There are two approaches to task entry: either establish a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) first and then create a task list, or create both simultaneously, depending on the project’s actual conditions. Tasks can be entered into the software in several ways: first, tasks can be added directly without considering influencing factors, then sorted and organized afterward; second, tasks can be input in the actual order of execution; third, input tasks step-by-step according to implementation sequence; and fourth, conduct a comprehensive analysis before adding tasks and subtasks. Using these methods, a task list can be created. After completing the task list, outline, and WBS coding, the schedule can be developed. Creating a task plan is relatively straightforward—it involves determining each task’s duration and their interdependencies to form a schedule framework. At this stage, managers gain an overall understanding of the project’s direction.
Once the overall schedule is drafted, it serves as a rough guideline. To enhance its accuracy, resource data must be added. After assigning resources, the project schedule is basically complete. Managers can allocate resource consumption and usage for each task, establishing a comprehensive schedule for the entire project. This schedule provides access to essential project information, including duration, task relationships, and resource allocation. In this article, Project software is used to generate Gantt charts and to support progress management based on BIM technology, effectively showcasing the advantages of BIM.
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