Investigating the Adoption Level of Building Information Modelling for Post-Construction Management in Nigeria

Abstract

The construction industry is often criticized for its reluctance to change and low productivity. However, Building Information Modelling (BIM) has been proposed as a solution to mitigate these challenges. While BIM has been widely adopted during the planning, design, and construction phases of projects, its adoption in the post-construction phase remains limited. This is a critical phase where up to 80% of the total life cycle cost of a facility is expended. This study aimed to investigate the adoption level of BIM for Post-Construction Management (PCM) in Nigeria, using a quantitative research method with 132 International Facility Management Association (IFMA) professionals as respondents. The study found that there is a high level of awareness of BIM for PCM among respondents, with 84% indicating a high and higher level of awareness. However, the usage of BIM-compliant software was very low, with limited proficiency in its use. This high level of awareness is a positive factor that could facilitate rapid adoption of BIM for PCM. Conversely, low awareness could result in slower adoption. Despite the high level of awareness, the adoption level of BIM for PCM remain very low. The study suggests that further efforts are needed to bridge the gap between awareness and adoption, including improving proficiency in BIM-compliant software and creating incentives for its use. Overall, the study highlights the importance of BIM for PCM and the need to increase its adoption in the construction industry