Management of Construction Waste in an Urban Development Using BIM Technology

Abstract

Purpose: Evaluate the use of BIM technology in estimating RCC (Civil Construction Waste) in the design phase of residences. Theoretical Framework: BIM (Building Information Modeling) has been considered an essential technology and has been gaining notoriety on the world stage in the area of construction and demolition waste management due to its compatibility with other advanced technologies. It presents itself as a viable alternative to reduce costs and waste in construction conglomerates by increasing transparency in the life cycle of civil construction projects. Method/Design/approach: In the development of this study, a methodological structure with characteristics of a case study was used. The study was classified as descriptive due to the need to gather information on indicators of loss of materials related to RCC and methods of using BIM in order to estimate the amount of construction waste. As for the methodological procedures, it was characterized as bibliographic and simulation. Results and conclution: BIM modeling proved to be efficient in making an initial prediction of the volume of waste generated in the construction stage of single-family units. Therefore, it is undoubtedly a useful tool for engineers, technicians and managers to think properly about solid waste management. In the future, it is necessary for researchers, representatives of civil society, public agencies and industry to unite so that real estate projects are implemented following the tripod of sustainability, as advocated by the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Research implications: The results of this work are of great relevance for the sustainable development not only of the municipality of Garanhuns, but of the entire rural region of Pernambuco, since most municipalities in the region do not have their own Solid Waste Management Plan, which is one of the documents indicated by the National Solid Waste Plan (PNRS) to be prepared and used by municipalities, and which can be created according to the needs of each reality. It is important to point out that if they do not follow the PNRS recommendations, they may be left without financial incentives from the Union. Furthermore, through this work, the aim is to popularize BIM modeling with public bodies, since the use of such technology has become will become mandatory in public works, as recommended by the BIM BR Strategy. Originality/value: By using BIM modeling in undertakings from the Minha casa Minha vida program, it is expected to contribute in a relevant way to the problem that arises, because if on the one hand there is a real estate deficit, mainly affecting families in social vulnerability, on the other, it is imperative that such urban expansion occurs in a sustainable manner, as advocated by ONU Sustainable Development Goal 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities).