Construction site layout optimization and 3D visualization through BIM tools = Visualización 3D y optimización a través de herramientas BIM aplicado a los planos de proyecto

Site layout plan is required for the management of the construction site and operations. A well-developed site layout has positive impact on workers, working environment, productivity and eventual success of a project. Moreover, the proposed construction methods for a project have the most significant impact on productivity, quality and cost of construction projects. This paper proposes a site layout model through BIM and construction methodology integration. An illustrative case study method was adopted for the study, where the assumptions and processes adopted in the site layout model were expounded and illustrative example was presented. The study substantiated the need to incorporate construction methods for projects in the BIM-based modelling of construction site layout plan; and the need to reinforce the possibility of re-thinking the processes of planning, construction, and management of projects.