A NEW DIMENSION IN CONSTRUCTION
Optimum is a consulting firm that uses digital solutions to increase quality, productivity and oversight in construction projects.
We are experts in BIM (building information modeling) and digital processes. Our expertise lies in how BIM can be used to increase design quality, simplify construction planning and facilitate access to information – thus reducing both construction and operating costs.
Services
We use digital solutions to help customers reduce construction and building operating costs. We help to implement BIM solutions as well as providing practical advice on strategic planning and digital processes.
Our methods provide buyers, contractors and designers with information on construction time, costs, materials, asset management and the sustainability of structures, in addition to traditional volume data. By defining the requirements and structure of design models (BIM), design data can be more consistent and all stakeholders are provided with an insight into the status and progress of the project.
Our goal is to increase
efficiency in the construction industry
Strategy
To increase quality, productivity and oversight.
To develop a strategy for digital processes.
BIM and Design
Design data requirements, synchronicity and transparency.
Innovations in automation and coordination.
BIM Execution
A new and better approach to project management.
Real-time overview: volume data, project schedule and cost estimate.
State-of-the-art progress monitoring.
The Buyer and Operations
An overview of costs and project progress in one place.
Coordinated project data.
BIM and data management for maintenance and operations.
BIM management for a new treatment centre and research building and BIM project schedule and cost estimate. This was the first time in Iceland that design, progress and project costs were linked in this manner
Implementation of BIM and harmonised delivery descriptions. We prepared BIM delivery descriptions for construction and transport projects in collaboration with the City of Reykjavík's working group, and are overseeing a pilot project in this field
Implementation of harmonised IBM delivery descriptions
Consulting on the construction of a new service building in Kerlingarfjöll, as well as managing BIM and project design for the buyer
BIM coordination, planning and quantification
A new district in Oslo. Implementation of digital technology in design and on site, as well as overseeing the automation of the project. The district was built without using traditional drawings
Digital monitoring of the project schedule and cost estimate (5D) in collaboration with JTVerk
About Us
Jóhann Örn Guðmundsson
Jóhann holds an M.Sc. in civil engineering from DTU and a B.Sc. in civil engineering from the University of Iceland and has provided BIM coordination services for over a decade, including acting as coordination manager for more than 15 projects.
Jóhann's background includes both construction and transport projects in Iceland and Norway. He has worked for contractors and consulting firms on implementing digital processes and BIM. He also teaches two courses on information technology in construction at Reykjavík University.
Jóhann holds an M.Sc. in civil engineering from DTU and a B.Sc. in civil engineering from the University of Iceland and has provided BIM coordination services for over a decade, including acting as coordination manager for more than 15 projects.
Jóhann's background includes both construction and transport projects in Iceland and Norway. He has worked for contractors and consulting firms on implementing digital processes and BIM. He also teaches two courses on information technology in construction at Reykjavík University.
Ingvar H. Birgisson
Ingvar H. Birgisson studies construction engineering and information technology in construction at Reykjavík University. He has a diploma in technology from the University of Reykjavík and works in coordination and quantification.
Ingvar H. Birgisson studies construction engineering and information technology in construction at Reykjavík University. He has a diploma in technology from the University of Reykjavík and works in coordination and quantification.
Hjörtur Pálsson
Hjörtur holds a B.Sc. degree in construction engineering from KEA - Copenhagen School of Design and Technology and has worked on BIM standardization and design in the construction industry.
He has worked on BIM installation and introduction of digital processes, design and modelling, assisting contractors in using BIM and taught several courses on BIM software. Hjörtur is a specialist in BIM management, Revit, classification systems and all primary common data environments supporting BIM processes.
Hjörtur is a member of BIM Iceland's board of directors.
Hjörtur holds a B.Sc. degree in construction engineering from KEA - Copenhagen School of Design and Technology and has worked on BIM standardization and design in the construction industry.
He has worked on BIM installation and introduction of digital processes, design and modelling, assisting contractors in using BIM and taught several courses on BIM software. Hjörtur is a specialist in BIM management, Revit, classification systems and all primary common data environments supporting BIM processes.
Hjörtur is a member of BIM Iceland's board of directors.
Ross Mundell
Ross holds a B-Tech Degree in Mechanical Engineering from the Durban University of Technology in South Africa.
He has worked in the BIM Construction industry in the UK for the past 2 decades, before relocating to Iceland. Ross started out in the design industry early on, before transitioning to the Building Services sector, where he has worked on a number of high-profile projects.
He has mainly worked on managing and implementing the BIM Design & Coordination process for both consultants and contractors.
Ross holds a B-Tech Degree in Mechanical Engineering from the Durban University of Technology in South Africa.
He has worked in the BIM Construction industry in the UK for the past 2 decades, before relocating to Iceland. Ross started out in the design industry early on, before transitioning to the Building Services sector, where he has worked on a number of high-profile projects.
He has mainly worked on managing and implementing the BIM Design & Coordination process for both consultants and contractors.
Blair Mundell
Blair holds a NHD in Mechanical Engineering from the Cape Peninsula University of Technology.
Having worked in the United Kingdom for the past 20 years, both for consultancies and contractors, he has seen the transition from 2D to 3D to BIM in the building services sector. The majority of his work has been on large capital projects.
Blair is a senior BIM coordinator with experience across multiple disciplines and is specialist in coordinating MEP systems.
Blair holds a NHD in Mechanical Engineering from the Cape Peninsula University of Technology.
Having worked in the United Kingdom for the past 20 years, both for consultancies and contractors, he has seen the transition from 2D to 3D to BIM in the building services sector. The majority of his work has been on large capital projects.
Blair is a senior BIM coordinator with experience across multiple disciplines and is specialist in coordinating MEP systems.
Haukur E. Benediktsson
Haukur holds a B.Sc. degree in Architectural Technology and Construction Management from Lillebaelt Academy of Professional Higher Education, as well as a diploma in technology from the University of Reykjavik.
He is a master carpenter with extensive experience in the construction industry. He has worked in an architectural firm, as an independent architectural designer and local planning consultant, operated as a building contractor, and worked in the public sector for the Icelandic Construction Authority.
Haukur is an expert in progress assessment, costs, design, and project scheduling. He is also proficient in BIM processes.
Haukur holds a B.Sc. degree in Architectural Technology and Construction Management from Lillebaelt Academy of Professional Higher Education, as well as a diploma in technology from the University of Reykjavik.
He is a master carpenter with extensive experience in the construction industry. He has worked in an architectural firm, as an independent architectural designer and local planning consultant, operated as a building contractor, and worked in the public sector for the Icelandic Construction Authority.
Haukur is an expert in progress assessment, costs, design, and project scheduling. He is also proficient in BIM processes.
Lyam Sutton
Lyam is a highly experienced BIM coordinator who has worked in the UK and Irish markets for the past ten years. He started his career in sprinkler design before entering the building services industry.
He has primarily worked for MEP Design Consultants and Tier 1 Level Contractors.
Over the years, he has helped implement BIM Level 2 standards and COBie data on several high-profile projects. He has rich experience in coordinating complex projects and is familiar with the latest BIM technology and industry standards.
Lyam is a highly experienced BIM coordinator who has worked in the UK and Irish markets for the past ten years. He started his career in sprinkler design before entering the building services industry.
He has primarily worked for MEP Design Consultants and Tier 1 Level Contractors.
Over the years, he has helped implement BIM Level 2 standards and COBie data on several high-profile projects. He has rich experience in coordinating complex projects and is familiar with the latest BIM technology and industry standards.
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