The Digital Transition Hosted by Nathan Hildebrandt

The Digital Transition Podcast is powered by Bond University’s Building Information Modelling Program. In this episode I talk with Caitlin Shields, a newly appointed Director at Mitchell Brandtman about the current state of play in the Quantity Surveying profession, and whether there has been any significant movement since my previous interview in 2019 with the ladies from RLB. We also discuss whether the design consultants have moved forward in the quality of their information deliverables and whether more models are being provided to use as a basis for measures.

The Digital Transition Podcast is powered by Bond University’s Building Information Modelling Program. In this episode I talk with Alexandra Bolton, the former executive Director of the Centre of Digital Built Britain (CDBB), and Mark Coates, the International Director of Public Policy and Advocacy from Bentley. We discuss the lessons that could be learnt here in Australia from the work done in the UK through CDBB, and the role that digital twins will play in the future to provide better outcomes in the way we manage our built assets.

Alexandra and Mark also presented at BrisBIM when they were here in Australia. You can watch the event recording here.

The Digital Transition Podcast is powered by Bond University’s Building Information Modelling Program. In this episode, I talk to Professor Alan Patching from Bond University about BIM education in Australia. With the drive towards digital enablement, the capability and capacity of people within the industry needs to be addressed. The availability of BIM education across Australia is nowhere near the capacity required to educate the whole of the industry. Is there a solution? We use this discussion to begin the dialogue on how the education sector can address it.

The Digital Transition Podcast powered by NBS. In this episode, I close out 2021 with a recap on what BIM means to all of my guests. It is interesting to see how the views and opinions on what BIM means as a definition has changed over the last 3 years. Enjoy hearing what BIM means to our top industry experts.

The Digital Transition Podcast powered by NBS. In this episode, I talk to Dr Carol Hon from QUT about site safety during construction and the benefits that BIM can play in reducing on-site accidents. Hear about the detailed research that Carol has completed on the topic of construction accidents. Learn about the opportunities that BIM processes and technology can have in providing clearer communication to all stakeholders on the activities occurring on-site.

The Digital Transition Podcast powered by NBS. In this episode, I talk to Alice Leung from Brick and Mortar Ventures about new technologies that they are currently backing that could change the construction industry. Learn about Venture Capitalists and the role that they play in the industry in backing new technologies, in situations where banks find investment too risky. Hear about 3 current projects that Brick and Mortar Ventures are backing, ones I personally find really exciting and think that will make a significant difference in the future of construction.