VIRTUAL DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION

Virtual Design & Construction

Scope

VDC in essence, is completing a virtual construction of any project before commencing physical construction. The key benefits being the identification and minimisation of design and construction issues before they arise; thus minimising cost over runs and ensuring a timely project delivery.

To illustrate the process and activities involved in this holistic framework, below is a process overview showing how our VDC projects are executed. The overview uses an illustrative example to highlight the extensive benefits to the project from utilising VDC.

Design Development

Tender Management

Project Management

4D Progress Reporting

Testing & Commissioning

Snagging & Handover

01. Concept

CONCEPT DESIGN

Concept design

Initial brainstorming, idea generation, and creative concept development for the project.

We typically work with external specialist sub consultants (Architects) and with you to develop a concept design. Early on, this takes the shape of hand sketches. Once a design direction is finalised, a low fidelity 3D model is create to help visualise the concept.

Clients are typically heavily involved in the concept development process. Design at this stage go through multiple rounds of iterative revisions to develop a bespoke concept design.

The final output from this phase will include sketches and low fidelity renders covering the following:

Facade
Elevations

Layout
Landscaping

02. Detailed Design

DETAIL DESIGN

Design Development 50%

Refining concepts, expanding designs, and reaching 50% design development milestone.

The Detailed Design phase has three stages. Client input and revisions are incorporated at the end of each phase, namely: DD50, DD80 and DD100.

The detail design phase can take anywhere from a few weeks to several months. This will depend on the scope of work, specialist sub consultants employed and client feedback loop.

This is where the building takes shape. The architecture and structure elements are being finalised, space planning and MEP designs are being developed.
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If specialist sub-consultants (ID, Lighting, Way-finding), are to be appointed, they are appointed at the start of DD50. The final DD50 submission will incorporate elements of the specialist sub-consultants works into the overall design.

DETAIL DESIGN

Design Development 80%

Finalising architectural and structural aspects, MEP, and sub-consultant designs at to reach 80% design completion.

In the early stages of the DD80 phase, architecture and structural design are meticulously finalized to establish a solid foundation for the project. As the DD80 phase concludes, other crucial elements such as space planning, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems, as well as sub-consultant designs, are delivered and integrated. This comprehensive approach ensures a cohesive and well-planned project, setting the stage for the final phase.

Although Renders are created at each stage of Design Development, High fidelity and photo realistic visual renders of the external facade are created as part of DD80.

DETAIL DESIGN

Design Development 100% (IFC)

Focusing on overall coordination and refinement ro achieving 100% design development (IFC).

During the final stage, DD100, the focus shifts to overall coordination and refinement of the project elements. In some instances, interior design (ID) elements can also be finalised as part of the DD100 phase. This process ensures that all aspects of the project have been carefully considered and effectively coordinated, resulting in a harmonious and successful final outcome.

A construction simulation is subsequently carried out to pinpoint and address any potential constructibility challenges. Any concerns stemming from the digital construction process are duly resolved. At this stage, final project visualisations and walkthroughs are developed, providing a comprehensive understanding of the project. Upon the completion of the DD100 phase, the project is fully prepared to commence construction.

03. Tender Management

Tender Management

Contractor identification and tender float

Overseeing tender processes, evaluating bids, and selecting the best-suited contractors.

Once DD100 is approved, accurate BOQs, IFC drawings and specifications will be extracted from the BIM models and all tender packages, including the following will be created:

Main Contractor
MEP Contractor
Ceiling & Flooring

Fitout and joinery
Drywall
Signage

Shop drawing submittals in BIM will be included as part of these tender packages. These will later be used to create a Digital Twin, which will help reduce both the environmental and financial cost facilities and asset management. It is important to note that JES is not a decision maker in the tender process and will only make a recommendation to the client.

04. Project Management

Project Management

Construction & site supervision

Supervising project execution, ensuring quality control, and maintaining timelines.

Following awards, JES will manage the project and oversee site work to ensure designs are followed and that construction is progressing as planned. The following falls within the JES purview as part of project management and site supervision.

BIM Management
Site Supervision
4D Progress Reporting

Risk Management
Validating Authority Requirements
Coordinating Government Approvals

Reporting schedules are determined by client requirement and are presented in 4D Simulation format.

05. Handover

Handover

Testing, Commissioning & Handover

Finalising and delivering the completed project to the client, meeting all requirements.

Following completion and authority approvals, JES will organise all deliverables and perform final snagging and commissioning, to ensure the project is built as per standards. The project will then be handed over to the client or facilities management teams.

We are then able to utilise LOD 500 (as built) BIM models to develop Digital Twins. Over the project life cycle, Digital Twins can enable significant savings in both asset management and environmental costs of the development.

01.

Concept

02.

Detailed Design

03.

Tender Management

04.

Project Management

05.

Handover

CONCEPT DESIGN

Concept design

Initial brainstorming, idea generation, and creative concept development for the project.

Clients are typically heavily involved in the concept development process. Design at this stage go through multiple rounds of iterative revisions to develop a bespoke concept design.

The final output from this phase will include sketches and low fidelity renders covering the following:

Facade
Elevations

Layout
Landscaping

DETAIL DESIGN

Design Development 50%

Refining concepts, expanding designs, and reaching 50% design development milestone.

The Detailed Design phase has three stages. Client input and revisions are incorporated at the end of each phase, namely: DD50, DD80 and DD100.

The detail design phase can take anywhere from a few weeks to several months. This will depend on the scope of work, specialist sub consultants employed and client feedback loop.

DETAIL DESIGN

Design Development 80%

Finalising architectural and structural aspects, MEP, and sub-consultant designs at to reach 80% design completion.

Although Renders are created at each stage of Design Development, High fidelity and photo realistic visual renders of the external facade are created as part of DD80.

DETAIL DESIGN

Design Development 100% (IFC)

Focusing on overall coordination and refinement ro achieving 100% design development (IFC).

Tender Management

Contractor identification and tender float

Overseeing tender processes, evaluating bids, and selecting the best-suited contractors.

Once DD100 is approved, accurate BOQs, IFC drawings and specifications will be extracted from the BIM models and all tender packages, including the following will be created: