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Volume 13 | Issue 4 | Year 2026 | Article Id. IJCE-V13I4P111 | DOI : https://doi.org/10.14445/23488352/IJCE-V13I4P111

Benefits of Implementing the 4D and 5D BIM Methodology in Infrastructure Projects: A Literature Review (2015-2025)

Luis Mayo-Alvarez, Gustavo Baldera-Gutiérrez, Arturo Casas-López, Marco García-Mena

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09 Jan 2026 11 Feb 2026 12 Mar 2026 28 Apr 2026

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Luis Mayo-Alvarez, Gustavo Baldera-Gutiérrez, Arturo Casas-López, Marco García-Mena, "Benefits of Implementing the 4D and 5D BIM Methodology in Infrastructure Projects: A Literature Review (2015-2025)," International Journal of Civil Engineering, vol. 13, no. 4, pp. 144-154, 2026. Crossref, https://doi.org/10.14445/23488352/IJCE-V13I4P111

Abstract

Building Information Modeling (BIM), particularly its 4D and 5D dimensions, plays a significant role in improving infrastructure project management by enabling simulation of schedules and budgets, thereby supporting planning, execution, and data-driven decision-making. This study aims to identify and synthesize the benefits of BIM 4D and 5D. A systematic review was conducted using the Scopus database, covering publications from 2015 to 2025 and following the PRISMA 2020 guidelines. From an initial set of 2,317 records, 53 peer-reviewed articles were selected for analysis. The results were classified into five main categories: Technical and Quality Benefits (24.54%), Innovation and Emerging Trends (22.63%), Sustainability and Risk Management (20.75%), Economic Benefits (15.10%), and Scheduling, Planning Benefits (15.10%). The findings indicate that BIM 4D and 5D enhance time and cost control, coordination, and overall project efficiency. However, platform interoperability issues and limited studies in developing countries indicate future research opportunities. This study contributes to the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development by Strengthening Research and Innovation in Resilient Infrastructure (SDG 9) and Supporting Sustainable Urban Planning (SDG 11). It also enhances productivity and efficiency in the construction sector through Digital Transformation (SDG 8), promotes responsible resource use and emission reduction (SDGs 12 and 13), and supports capacity building in digital skills and international academic collaboration within the BIM domain (SDGs 4 and 17).

Keywords

Building Information Modeling (BIM), Infrastructure Project Management, Project Efficiency, Time and Cost Control, Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

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