REVIEW article
Front. Built Environ.
Sec. Building Information Modelling (BIM)
This article is part of the Research TopicBIM and Data Science for Healthcare and Infrastructure FacilitiesView all articles
OVERVIEW OF BIM IMPLEMENTATION IN WATER TREATMENT PLANT PROJECTS
Provisionally accepted
- 1Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Skudai, Malaysia
- 2Language Academy, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, johor, Malaysia
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Building Information Modelling (BIM) has gained significant traction in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry; however, its application in water treatment plant (WTP) projects remains underexplored. This systematic review synthesizes peer-reviewed literature on BIM implementation across the design, construction, operation, and asset management phases of WTPs. A qualitative thematic analysis, supported by NVivo software, was employed to identify key trends, challenges, and opportunities. The findings indicate that while BIM enhances coordination, clash detection, and lifecycle management, its adoption in WTPs is constrained by contractual ambiguities, limited stakeholder awareness, and the absence of standardized frameworks. This paper advances the discourse by providing a comprehensive overview of BIM in WTPs and proposing strategic recommendations to strengthen its integration in future infrastructure projects. The study concludes that successful BIM implementation requires a holistic approach integrating people, processes, technology, and policy.
Keywords: Building information modeling (BIM), digital transformation, Infrastructure design, project management, sustainability, water treatment plants
Received: 12 Jun 2025; Accepted: 23 Dec 2025.
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* Correspondence: MARIAWATI Binti Ali
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