ARLINGTON, Va. — Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) has announced a collaboration with Synergis Engineering Design Solutions, a provider of Autodesk products, to bring building information modeling (BIM) training to ABC contractor members to help make them more productive, efficient, and profitable. The training is part of a larger effort known as Project Virtual.

“This collaboration is the foundation of an idea that will enable ABC members to work with their clients, eliminate waste and rework, more effectively plan for project success, minimizing design conflicts in a 3D environment, and ultimately deliver that work safely, ethically, and profitably for all involved,” said Michael D. Bellaman, ABC president and CEO. “Together, ABC and Synergis have created Project Virtual, which will provide a customized training and design BIM solution specifically for ABC members.”

“We are excited to enter into this partnership with ABC to provide the construction industry access to the latest solutions, tools, and training,” said Kristen Tomasic, Synergis Engineering Design Solutions vice president. “Project Virtual extends Synergis’ reach and allows us to educate ABC members, raise industry awareness, and provide our expertise to further the adoption of BIM.”