BIM has moved well beyond the theory stage. On today’s projects, it’s increasingly being used as a day-to-day tool that helps teams coordinate earlier, reduce risk, and build with more confidence. Ahead of New York Build, we spoke with Pat Ganguly of The BIM Engineers about how project teams are using BIM on live jobs, and where it’s delivering the most value. 

Q: Let’s start with the basics. Who are The BIM Engineers and what do you do? 
We work with construction and design teams who want BIM to make their jobs easier, not harder. That means supporting architects, structural engineers, and MEP teams with modeling, coordination, and delivery support where it really counts. Most of our clients already have strong in-house teams. They come to us when capacity is stretched or their models need to work better for construction. 

Q: Has the way teams use BIM changed in recent years? 
Definitely. Five or six years ago, BIM was often treated as a contractual requirement. You delivered a model because you had to. Now, more teams are using it as a working tool throughout design and construction. There’s also been a shift away from chasing perfect-looking models. The focus now is on models that are coordinated, clear, and actually usable on site. 

Q: What difference does that make on real projects? 
Early coordination makes a huge difference. When architectural, structural, and MEP teams are working from a shared model, issues get resolved digitally instead of in the field. That cuts down RFIs, reduces last-minute surprises, and gives site teams more confidence in planning their work. Over time, that translates into fewer delays and a smoother construction process overall. 

Q: Where do you see BIM going next? 
Automation is a big area of focus right now. We’re working with clients to identify repetitive modeling tasks that can be automated using generative AI tools. In many cases, 25 to 30 percent of day-to-day BIM work could realistically be automated. That’s a significant time saving for teams under pressure. 

We’re also working on Digital Twin projects, where existing buildings are replicated in a live model. That allows teams to run scenarios, assess risk, plan maintenance, and make decisions earlier. 

Q: Who are you hoping to speak with at New York Build? 
Teams that are actively delivering projects. Architects, engineers, contractors –especially those dealing with coordination pressure or limited BIM capacity. On our stand, we’ll be showing real project examples. The goal is to have honest conversations about what’s working, what isn’t, and how BIM can be applied without ripping up existing workflows. If your team is under coordination pressure or short on BIM capacity, our stand is a good place to start a practical conversation.