Agile/Lean BIM modern project management methods

In order to effectively use the potential of BIM, not only the technical competences of the teams are sufficient, but also appropriate project management. Building Information Modeling (BIM) is becoming the standard in the implementation of construction projects, and agile management methods (Agile) the standard of modern project management.

Educational goals

The service prepares for independent management of construction projects in accordance with ISO 19650 and the principles of agile project management methods in investments implemented in accordance with the BIM methodology.

Learning outcomes

Attendee:

• checks the requirements of the contracting authority in terms of adapting the investment process to the requirements of an agile project.
• creates an agile project card
• can determine the requirements of an agile project
• creates an agile project plan
• can use Kanban board
• is able to create task prioritization
• can define the criteria for completing an agile project. 

Course schedule: Agile – Lean BIM

Introduction to project management using Building Information Modeling (BIM)

• Project Manager, BIM Manager and BIM Coordinator and other roles in the BIM process according to ISO 19650

Introduction to Agile Project Management

• Agile Manifesto and basic concepts of principles and tools of agile management methods

Game #1 – Multitasking

BIM as Agile Processes

• cascading and agile approach to project management
• Agile principles for BIM projects
• Agile Best Practices – Areas for Change in BIM Projects

Game #2 – Coins

Agile Project Structure vs BIM Project Structure – Similarities and Differences

• Work cycle in agile project management vs Project information delivery cycle according to ISO 19650-2
• Agile Design Sheet vs Employer Information Requirements (EIR) and BIM Execution Plan (BEP)
• Hierarchy of objectives and list of results vs objectives of the BIM project

Game #3 – Planning Poker

Selected practices of agile management methods and the possibilities of their application in BIM projects:

• Lean Construction and Lean Management as an attempt to reduce waste and increase efficiency in the construction industry
  • basic assumptions, deadlines and processes related to Lean
• Kanban – a work management method built around the “information board”
  • Kanban board
  • The Five Key Principles of Kanban
  • Prioritization of tasks
  • IT tools supporting work according to Kanban principles (e.g. Asana)
• Scrum
  • Definition of requirements and completion criteria
  • Adaptive planning
  • roles for the project
  • Scrum Rules & Processes

Game #4 – Scrum card game

Examples of construction projects implemented using agile elements of management methods.