Building Information Modeling (BIM)- Risk Allocation-BIM Webinar

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The webinar, hosted by PCI, focused on building information modeling (BIM) risk allocation, especially in precast construction. Presenter Brad Parrott explained that BIM can be useful, but only when the project’s contract terms clearly define what the model is for, who owns it, and who can rely on it. He emphasized that the biggest risks usually come from coordination obligations, clash detection, and unclear delegated design responsibilities.<br /><br />A major theme was the importance of the BIM execution plan (AIA E-203), which should set the rules of engagement: who creates and hosts the model, how often updates happen, who handles clash detection, and what level of detail is expected. Parrott warned that BIM documents often conflict with real-world project practices, especially when models are treated as “pretty pictures” or when paper documents still control despite reliance on BIM.<br /><br />He recommended that companies define BIM use early, starting in sales, and protect themselves with clear contract language and disclaimers. He also stressed reviewing insurance coverage for BIM-related obligations. In the Q&A, he noted that smaller teams can manage BIM risk through careful contract definitions and that many disputes stem from unclear expectations about design scope and coordination.

Keywords

Building Information Modeling

BIM risk allocation

precast construction

contract terms

BIM execution plan

AIA E-203

clash detection

delegated design

insurance coverage