BIM Services For Owners
Leverage BIM models for better facility management, sustainability, and long-term planning.
Why Do Owners Need BIM?
Fewer RFIs and Coordination Issues
The average project has 9.9 RFIs per $1M in construction value, and on average take 2 weeks to answer. The cost impact of RFIs during construction is far and away higher during construction compared to during the preconstruction phase.
74% of surveyed businesses using BIM on their projects reported very high or highly improved project process outcomes, such as fewer RFIs and field coordination problems.
These reduced RFIs account for massive cost savings, and in one project case study, a 10x return on investment in BIM.
Improved Productivity
73% of surveyed businesses using BIM reported very high or highly improved productivity of personnel. BIM allows users and stakeholders to share information more effectively.
Save Time On Schedule
In a case study done on the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center project – the contractor and mechanical sub credited BIM for significant schedule and time savings. The mechanical contractor for the project estimated a 50% reduction in labour and schedule time.
The project was completed 6-months ahead of schedule and the contractor credited 4D simulations with improving and optimizing the project schedule.
Reduced Risk
Three quarters of those surveyed said BIM reduced rework and resulted in fewer RFIs.
For building owners this means less risk. RFIs, change orders, and rework are the biggest reason for unplanned expenses after construction begins.
BIM helps to reduce that risk making your costs more predicable while reducing the risk of a major unforeseen expense on your project.
More Informed Decisions
The visual aspect of BIM makes design intent, issues, and decisions about the project easier to see and communicate.
BIM makes the project much easier to understand. So when a value engineering suggestion is brought forward, it is easy to quickly see the impact that suggestion will have on your building and how it will visually look.
* Studies referenced are McGraw Hill and DBIA Cost of Clash Detection
Renovation & Expansion Planning
Ensure seamless renovations and future expansions with accurate, data-driven BIM models that integrate new designs with existing structures. We provide precise as-built models and clash-free planning, allowing ownership groups to make informed decisions before construction begins.
Our renovation and expansion planning services help building owners:
- Capture existing conditions with highly detailed as-built BIM models.
- Plan seamless integrations of new spaces while avoiding conflicts with current structures.
- Optimize costs and schedules by identifying potential challenges before construction starts.
- Ensure compliance with zoning, accessibility, and regulatory requirements.
Whether you’re reconfiguring spaces, adding new floors, or modernizing your facility, our BIM solutions reduce risks, improve efficiency, and enhance project coordination—ensuring your investment is future-proof.
Risk Mitigation
Reduce costly design errors and construction delays with proactive clash detection that streamlines your project before breaking ground. We analyze your architectural, structural, and MEP drawing sets to identify conflicts early, ensuring a smoother and more cost-effective construction process.
Our clash detection services help building owners:
- Minimize costly rework by resolving design conflicts before construction begins.
- Improve coordination between architects, engineers, and contractors to prevent on-site disruptions.
- Accelerate project timelines by reducing RFIs, redesigns, and change orders.
- Protect your investment by ensuring your project is built efficiently, without unexpected cost overruns.
By refining drawing sets through detailed BIM analysis, we help ownership groups avoid budget blowouts and construction headaches, ensuring their projects are delivered on time and within budget.
Conceptual Design
Make informed investment decisions with data-driven conceptual design and feasibility studies before purchasing land or committing to development. We provide building owners with detailed site analyses, zoning reviews, and massing studies to determine the viability of a project before breaking ground.
Our conceptual design services help building owners:
- Assess land potential with early-stage massing and site studies.
- Ensure compliance with zoning, height restrictions, and setback requirements.
- Evaluate project feasibility by analyzing density, FAR (Floor Area Ratio), and buildable square footage.
- Streamline entitlement processes with clear documentation and data-backed reports.
By leveraging BIM-driven planning, we help ownership groups minimize risk, maximize site potential, and make confident development decisions from the start.
Digital Twins
Transform your building into a data-rich digital twin to optimize operations, maintenance, and long-term asset management. We create highly accurate, real-time digital models that allow ownership groups to monitor, analyze, and manage their properties more efficiently.
Our digital twin solutions help building owners:
- Enhance facility management by integrating real-time data on equipment, utilities, and space usage.
- Improve maintenance planning with detailed records of building systems, materials, and warranties.
- Support future renovations and expansions with an always-updated as-built model.
- Reduce operational costs through predictive analytics for energy efficiency and system performance.
By bridging the gap between design, construction, and long-term building operations, digital twins provide unmatched visibility and control over your real estate assets—ensuring your properties remain efficient, adaptable, and profitable.
Custom BIM Solutions
Beyond design coordination and facility management, Pixel BIM offers a wide range of BIM services to help ownership groups maximize asset value, improve decision-making, and future-proof their investments. Whether you’re planning a new development, optimizing an existing portfolio, or ensuring long-term sustainability, our solutions provide the data and insights needed for smarter building management.
Our additional services include:
- Site Planning & Due Diligence – Evaluate site conditions, infrastructure, and development potential.
- Energy & Sustainability Analysis – Optimize building performance, reduce operating costs, and meet sustainability goals.
- Lifecycle Cost Analysis – Plan for long-term expenses, maintenance, and capital improvements.
- Regulatory Compliance & Code Audits – Ensure projects meet zoning, accessibility, and safety requirements.
- As-Built Documentation & Laser Scanning – Capture accurate existing conditions for renovations and facility management.
No matter your project’s stage, our tailored BIM solutions empower ownership groups to make informed, strategic decisions—saving time, reducing risk, and maximizing returns.
Looking for a custom solution? Let’s discuss how we can support your portfolio.