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The Challenge
A leading Irish quantity surveying firm was operating primarily through traditional 2D AutoCAD workflows. However, with the construction industry rapidly shifting toward BIM-enabled project delivery, most tender input data was increasingly being shared in 3D model formats rather than conventional 2D drawings.
This transition created a major business challenge for the client, as they lacked inhouse BIM expertise and were unable to perform quantity extraction directly from BIM models. As a result, the firm faced repeated disqualification from multiple tender opportunities, limiting business growth and competitiveness in the evolving market.
Client’s Initial Hurdles
Dependence on traditional 2D AutoCAD workflows.
No in-house BIM capability for quantity extraction.
Limited understanding of BIM processes and workflows.
Difficulty adapting from 2D drafting methodology to 3D model-based workflows.
Increased confusion and resistance while adopting new digital processes.
Loss of tender opportunities due to lack of BIM competency.
Why This Was Critical
Why was BIM capability becoming essential?
The construction industry was rapidly moving toward BIM-driven project delivery, where quantity surveying inputs and design coordination were increasingly managed through intelligent 3D models instead of traditional 2D drawings.
Why was the client losing tender opportunities?
Because many tenders required BIM-enabled quantity extraction capabilities, and the client lacked trained resources and workflows to handle BIM-based project requirements.
Why was the transition difficult?
The client’s team had extensive experience in 2D workflows but limited exposure to BIM tools, digital collaboration, and model-based quantity extraction processes.
Why was training important beyond software learning?
The challenge was not only learning Autodesk Revit, but also understanding BIM methodologies, workflows, coordination practices, and how BIM adds business value to quantity surveying operations.
What would have happened without intervention?
Without BIM upskilling, the client would have continued losing competitive opportunities, struggled to adapt to industry demands, and faced long-term limitations in scaling their business.
Gaps in Existing Information
No BIM-based quantity surveying workflows in place.
Limited understanding of BIM processes and industry standards.
No experience in extracting quantities directly from BIM models.
Lack of confidence in handling 3D model-based project data.
Heavy dependence on manual and traditional quantity extraction methods.
Why Specific Requirements Mattered
BIM-Based Quantity Surveying Training: Enabled the client to understand model-based quantity extraction and modern digital construction workflows.
Autodesk Revit Training: Provided hands-on capability to work with BIM models, schedules, and quantity take-offs effectively.
BIM Workflow Understanding: Helped bridge the gap between traditional 2D methods and modern collaborative BIM practices.
Practical Industry-Oriented Learning: Ensured the team could immediately apply the acquired skills to live projects and tender participation.
The Desapex Solution
Desapex delivered a structured BIM-based quantity surveying training program tailored specifically for the client’s transition from 2D workflows to BIM-enabled processes.
Training Framework Delivered
Conducted online BIM-based quantity surveying training sessions.
Introduced Autodesk Revit workflows for model navigation and quantity extraction.
Provided practical understanding of BIM processes and workflows.
Clarified all technical queries during live sessions to improve confidence and adoption.
Guided the client step-by-step through the transition from 2D drafting practices to 3D BIM methodologies.
Demonstrated how BIM workflows could add long-term value to the organization and improve project competitiveness.
Project Timeline & Milestones
Overall Training Duration
3 Weeks.
Key Milestones
Introduction to BIM processes and workflows.
Autodesk Revit training and model understanding.
Quantity extraction workflows using BIM models.
Query resolution and practical workflow implementation.
Software & Technology Used
Autodesk Revit
Navisworks Manage
The Real Business Value Delivered
Through Desapex’s BIM training intervention, the client achieved:
Confidence in executing quantity extraction directly from BIM models.
Successful transition from 2D workflows to BIM-enabled processes.
Improved understanding of BIM workflows and industry practices.
Enhanced capability to participate in BIM-based tender opportunities.
Increased competitiveness in the evolving construction market.
Better positioning for acquiring new customers and scaling business growth.
What This Means for Future Projects
This training initiative marked the client’s transition from traditional 2D quantity surveying practices to a digitally enabled BIM workflow.
The project demonstrated how structured training and practical workflow understanding can help organizations successfully adapt to BIM-based project delivery.
From Desapex’s perspective, the engagement highlighted the growing need for BIM adoption within quantity surveying firms. By simplifying BIM concepts and guiding the client throughout the transition, Desapex helped improve workflow understanding, quantity accuracy, and digital readiness.
From the client’s perspective, the training improved confidence in handling BIM-based project requirements and enabled the team to participate in BIM-driven tenders and modern construction workflows.
What began as a challenge in adapting to BIM eventually became a successful digital transformation journey aligned with future industry requirements.