Join our esteemed panel of experts in this engaging discussion on the state of adoption of Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) in the construction industry. The panel will explore the current landscape of BIM and VDC implementation, including challenges faced, best practices, and success stories. From contractors to architects, BIM specialists to project managers, this panel will provide valuable insights and thought-provoking discussions on the evolving role of BIM and VDC in the construction industry, and how it is reshaping the way projects are designed, constructed, and operated. Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights from industry leaders and be part of the conversation that is shaping the future of construction.
Jeff Rubenstone is Deputy Editor for News and Technology at the Engineering News-Record. As news director of ENR he oversees the publication's news coverage, and also covers emerging technologies and innovations in the construction space. With well over a decade of experience reporting on the industry, Jeff has a broad background in engineering and construction journalism. He is based in New York City.
Join our esteemed panel of experts in this engaging discussion on the state of adoption of Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) in the construction industry. The panel will explore the current landscape of BIM and VDC implementation, including challenges faced, best practices, and success stories. From contractors to architects, BIM specialists to project managers, this panel will provide valuable insights and thought-provoking discussions on the evolving role of BIM and VDC in the construction industry, and how it is reshaping the way projects are designed, constructed, and operated. Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights from industry leaders and be part of the conversation that is shaping the future of construction.
Robert Alzuarde is an Innovation Manager with a specialization in VDC and BIM processes implementation at Pomerleau. With a personal interest in BIM and Data Analytics, his role includes defining Innovation goals and workflows, improving collaboration procedures between project stakeholder, and ensuring that valuable deliverables are aligned with project needs and objectives.
Robert graduated from the first BIM postgraduate program offered by George Brown College in 2015, followed by postgraduate studies in Construction Management and an MBA in Innovation in 2021. Over the years, he has gained experience managing a team of over 15 VDC Specialists and multidisciplinary BIM projects across various sectors, including institutional, commercial, residential, and industrial facilities.
Currently, Robert also serves as a part-time professor for the School of Architectural Technology at Sheridan College, where he teaches how to leverage digital drafting and BIM best practices in the AEC industry.
With a variety of corporate sales experience, starting in the consumer packaged goods industry, my key focus has been offering superior client support since 2004 regardless of the industry I serve. In 2016, I joined the construction industry as an account manager for Hilti Canada, managing structural construction GC's and subs in the downtown and West Ottawa territory. In this role, I learned the impact of technology and premium products in the industry and learned how understanding the needs of a client can help to tailor the right products and services to them to drive efficient project execution. In 2018, I joined the heavy civil construction industry as marketer and business development manager at LW Bray Construction, expanding on my civil construction knowledge. Being new to Pinnacle Infotech, I am enjoying learning this technology and seeing first hand the impact on savings via value engineering, constructibility reviews and clash detection along with true collaboration with clients and their projects. I look forward to continuing to expand BIM engineering in the Canadian market.
Sonya Puri is a BIM/VDC Specialist at Multiplex Construction Canada with a BIM Management Postgrad Certification and a Bachelor of Architecture Degree. She also has a certification in Innovation Strategy from ECornell that has resulted in her exploration in most of the BIM Dimensions. Her role allows her to create 4D simulations, 5D cost analysis, 6D embodied carbon calculations of the projects across her company’s portfolio and creating 8D models for her safety and site team to aid in visualization. Sonya’s interest in the visual aspect also helped create the company’s first BIM KPI dashboard and She helps her team with creating BIM Execution Plans that help layout 3D model standards and expectations.
Sonya is currently working on a 44-storey tower in Toronto and enjoys bringing the 3D model to life on site. She’s eager to create what everyone cannot imagine. This passion stemmed from her time at George Brown College where she collaborated with the Greater Toronto Airport Authority (GTAA) on a 2 - Phase applied research project. Her team had laser scanned all of Terminal 1 and 3, creating a 3D model and library that would be used for facilities management.
Carl knows BIM. He knows modelling, coordination, and improving processes; he’s been doing it for 25 years. And above all, he knows how to teach and inspire others to adopt BIM/VDC in their own workflows. He loves talking shop about BIM and ConTech; seriously, get him started and he won’t stop! Or, if you’re not in the mood to talk BIM/VDC, Carl is always on the lookout for any excuse to chat about his newest passion: learning to code. Carl doesn’t bite, so reach out to him directly on Twitter @theBIMsider, on his Blog thebimsider.com, or listen to his smooth voice on pretty much any AECO podcast you can find.
