Many construction companies considering the adoption of BIM technology often face the dilemma of whether to build an in-house BIM team or to hire external experts.
Some construction companies engage external BIM consulting teams to boost their chances of winning bids, while others view BIM as a strategic asset essential for long-term competitiveness. The extent to which BIM is applied varies depending on the specific project requirements of each company.
Research indicates that most construction firms prefer to establish their own BIM teams. However, in practice, we often observe that when companies introduce BIM technology with much fanfare, once the external consultants leave or contracts end, only models and data remain. The ongoing promotion and implementation of BIM then frequently lack clear direction and actionable strategies.
Everything exists for a reason. Whether a construction company should build an internal BIM team or hire external consultants can be better understood by examining the cost implications presented by consulting firms. Currently, to help construction companies avoid pitfalls and maximize BIM’s value, it is advisable to initially rely on professionals from consulting units.
As companies accumulate practical BIM experience through their projects, developing internal BIM teams becomes essential to reduce project costs and strengthen core competitiveness. Early-stage BIM project management consulting is crucial due to the scarcity of experienced BIM professionals and limited in-house expertise.
In the long term, as BIM experience grows and talent is cultivated, companies will find that BIM-related management roles are most effectively handled by their own employees.
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