Farouk, A M and Rahman, R A (2025) Integrated applications of building information modeling in project cost management: A systematic review. Journal of Engineering, Design and Technology, 23(1), pp. 287-305. ISSN 1726-0531
Abstract
Purpose: Implementing building information modeling (BIM) in construction projects offers many benefits. However, the use of BIM in project cost management is still limited. This study aims to review the current trends in the application of BIM in project cost management. Design/methodology/approach: This study systematically reviews the literature on the application of BIM in project cost management. A total of 46 related articles were identified and analyzed using the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses method. Findings: Eighteen approaches to applying BIM in project cost management were identified. The approaches can be grouped into cost control and cost estimation. Also, BIM can be applied independently or integrated with other techniques. The integrated approaches for cost control include integration with genetic algorithms, Monte Carlo simulation, lean construction, integrated project delivery, neural network and value engineering. On the contrary, integrated approaches for cost estimation include integration with cost-plus pricing, discrepancy analysis, construction progress curves, estimation standards, algorithms, declarative mappings, life cycle sustainability assessment, ontology, Web-based frameworks and structured query language. Originality/value: To the best of the authors' knowledge, this study is the first to systematically review prior literature on the application of BIM in project cost management. As a result, the study provides a comprehensive understanding of the current state of the art and fills the literature gap. Researchers and industry professionals can use the study findings to increase the benefits of implementing BIM in construction projects.
| Item Type: | Article |
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| Uncontrolled Keywords: | building information modeling; cost control; cost estimation; project cost management; systematic review |
| Index terms: | methodology, integration, lean construction, meta-analysis, Monte Carlo simulation, project cost, integrated approach, neural network, cost estimating, integrated project delivery, genetic algorithm, ontology, cost-plus, mapping, pricing, construction project, state of the art, cost control, sustainability assessment, building information modelling, systematic literature review, value engineering, life cycle, estimation |
| Subjects: | research methods, modelling and simulation, building construction, value management, education and knowledge transfer, sustainability assessment, financial and cost management, economics, algorithms, contractual arrangements, artificial intelligence, information systems, organizational analysis, economic analysis, production management, research evaluation and metrics, research dissemination and communication, spatial and geospatial analysis |
| Topics: | Organizational Design, Cost Management, Project Management, Research Practice, Procurement, Business Strategy, Digital Applications, Site Management, Sustainability |
| Descriptive scope: | 5 PCTEA |
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