BIM EXPERT

What BIM EXPERT does

BIM Expert (legal name: Danny Lobos BIM Expert EIRL) is a privately held Chilean education and consulting company founded in 2012 by Dr. Danny Lobos, headquartered at Av Apoquindo 6410, Of 605, Las Condes, Santiago. The company specializes in Building Information Modeling (BIM) methodology training, certification, and implementation services for the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry, primarily serving professionals, government agencies, and enterprises across Chile and broader Latin America. Co-founder Juan Carlos Beaumont leads the Autodesk Authorized Training Center (ATC) partnership and heads BIM at affiliated IngSus.

The core product portfolio comprises the one-year Master BIM AEC + Inteligencia Artificial (3 trimesters, 300 hours) — described by the company as the first master's degree in Latin America integrating AI with BIM methodology — supported by three specialized three-month diplomas (BIM for Architecture, BIM for Engineering, BIM for Construction; each 100 hours at ~990,000 CLP), a Revit Modeling diploma for public projects (580,000 CLP / USD 600), and short courses including IA Para Construcción, the Revit BIM intensive, and Revisor BIM OpenBIM. The company also develops and distributes TurboIFC, a proprietary openBIM tool for reviewing, validating, completing, and transforming IFC information, available in PlanBIM/Chile and US/PRO versions, plus professional services including enterprise BIM implementation consulting, BIM modeling and coordination through IngSus, annual Jornada BIM events (now in the 10th edition), and premium international missions to Bauhaus Germany, Stanford, Berkeley, and Silicon Valley.

BIM Expert monetizes via four streams: (1) educational program tuition delivered synchronously online via Microsoft Teams, sold through direct online enrollment (Flow.cl, PayPal, WebPay) with monthly or one-time payment options and member/scholarship discounts; (2) quote-based BIM implementation consulting for enterprises and government agencies (e.g., Ministerio de Obras Públicas Chile, Gobierno de Uruguay, Zañartu); (3) one-time international study-mission packages starting at USD 2,890; and (4) TurboIFC software distribution. Distribution leverages three Chilean professional-association endorsements (Colegio de Arquitectos, Colegio de Ingenieros Constructores, Colegio de Ingenieros A.G.), Autodesk ATC status, and event-driven lead generation through the longest-running BIM conference series in Latin America.

Name

BIM EXPERT

Legal name

Danny Lobos BIM Expert

Website

https://bimexpert.cl

Company type

Private

Founded year

2012

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

BIM Expert is a Chilean education and consulting company (founded 2012) that delivers BIM methodology training, certifications, and implementation services to architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) professionals, enterprises, and government agencies across Chile and Latin America.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

BIM Training and Implementation Services

NAICS

Engineering Services (54133), Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services (5413), Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services (5416), Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services (54169)

SIC

Services-Engineering Services (8711), Services-Computer Integrated Systems Design (7373), Services-Computer Programming Services (7371)

akta.pro primary industry

Building Information Modeling (BIM) & Digital Design Services (BPAHAKAK)

akta.pro secondary industries

Data Platform, BI & Analytics Integration (BPAEAAAI), Architecture, Construction & Building Codes Reference (Design, BIM, Safety Codes) (EDAGAGAH)

Keywords

• BIM training programs
• BIM implementation consulting
• OpenBIM IFC validation
• AEC professional education
• Revit certification courses

Headquarters

HQ city

Santiago

HQ country

Chile

HQ region

Latin America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Educational Programs: Revenue from diploma programs, master's degrees, and short courses in BIM methodology. Programs range from 3-month diplomados (~$990,000 CLP) to 1-year Master BIM AEC (~$4,990,000 CLP or ~$199,000 CLP/month). Additional revenue from specialized workshops and certificate courses.
2. BIM Implementation Consulting: Professional services for implementing BIM methodology in organizations, including diagnostic assessment, process documentation, BEP creation, training, and ongoing support. Quote-based pricing with 2-hour introductory courses at $300,000 CLP.
3. International Missions: Premium international study tours to Silicon Valley, Bauhaus Germany, Stanford, Berkeley and other locations. Packages include airfare, accommodation, university visits, and professional tours. Prices range from $2,890 USD for Bauhaus trips.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

BIM Expert delivers BIM (Building Information Modeling) education and professional services for the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry, anchored by the Master BIM AEC program and supported by specialized diplomas, short courses, the proprietary TurboIFC openBIM validation tool, and enterprise consulting for BIM implementation, modeling, and coordination. Programs are delivered online live via Microsoft Teams with recorded sessions, primarily serving Chile and broader Latin America, with international missions to Bauhaus Germany, Stanford, and Berkeley.

Product overview

BIM Expert is a Chilean education and consulting company offering a portfolio of BIM (Building Information Modeling) programs and services for the AEC (Architecture, Engineering, Construction) industry. The core portfolio comprises a 12-month Master BIM AEC (+ Inteligencia Artificial) — the first master's degree in Latin America integrating BIM with AI, covering three trimesters of Architecture, Engineering, and Construction — supported by three specialized 3-month diplomas covering BIM for Architecture, BIM for Engineering, and BIM for Construction, plus a Revit Modeling diploma for public projects. The product line also includes standalone short courses (Revit BIM, AI Para Construcción, Revisor BIM OpenBIM, BIM-BPS Simulation), the TurboIFC openBIM review and validation tool (with PlanBIM/Chile and US/PRO versions), and professional services including BIM implementation consulting, modeling and coordination, annual BIM conferences (Jornadas BIM), international missions, and a scholarship foundation. The company operates across government, industry, and academia throughout Latin America.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• TurboIFC: An openBIM tool developed by BIM Expert for reviewing, validating, completing, and transforming IFC information into useful evidence for AEC projects. Available in versions TurboIFC PlanBIM/Chile and TurboIFC US/PRO.

Products and services

• Master BIM AEC + Inteligencia Artificial The first master's degree in Latin America focused on BIM for Architecture, Engineering, and Construction, integrating AI, 4D/5D planning, and international standards. Spans 3 trimesters (Architecture, Engineering, Construction), 300 hours of direct teaching, delivered online live via Teams with recordings, and includes an international trip to San Francisco or Germany. Targets AEC professionals seeking advanced BIM credentials.
• Diplomado BIM para Ingeniería (Civil, Construcción y Edificación) First BIM diploma in Latin America focused on Civil Engineering, Construction, and Building, supported by three major professional associations. Covers BIM for Engineering and Coordination with AI, Industry 4.0 + AI, BIM + AI Workshops, and BIM ING Programming. Duration 3 months, 100 hours, online live via Teams. Targets civil engineers, structural engineers, and construction professionals.
• Diplomado BIM para Construcción First BIM diploma in Latin America for the construction sector, supported by the Colegio de Arquitectos and Colegio de Ingenieros Constructores. Covers BIM for Construction, 4D/5D Planning and Budgets, and Construction 4.0. Duration 3 months, 100 hours. Targets construction professionals and project managers.
• Diplomado en Modelación BIM con Revit para Proyectos Públicos Professional diploma for public sector project modeling using Revit, covering BIM fundamentals, engineering BIM, specialized modeling platforms, information management and OpenBIM, Revit modeling step-by-step, and BIM coordination for public infrastructure. 100 hours over 3 months, 100% online live. Targets public sector engineers, architects, and coordinators.
• Diplomado BIM para Arquitectura First BIM diploma in Latin America for the architecture sector, supported by professional associations. Covers AI + BIM Modeling, BIM for Architecture (families, BIM cloud, IFC/OpenBIM, generative design, BIM BPS), BIM Theory and Public Policies, and BIM ARQ Programming. Duration 3 months. Targets architects and architectural designers.
• IA Para Construcción (AI Applied to Construction) Practical course on AI tools applied to construction, covering document review and summarization, report generation, AI project assistants, information management, simple construction workflows, and professional productivity. 15 hours over 3 sessions, online live via Teams. Targets architects, engineers, constructors, and AEC professionals.
• Curso Intensivo Revit BIM Intensive Revit BIM course covering complete modeling step-by-step in Revit, BIM methodology application, AI in architecture and model review, IFC coordination, Power BI data visualization, and documentation and rendering. 25 hours (15 live + 10 practical), online live. Targets AEC professionals seeking Revit proficiency.
• Curso Revisor BIM OpenBIM para Proyectos Públicos OpenBIM and IFC reviewer course for public projects, covering SDI/EIR, PEB/BEP, LOD/NDI, CDE, IFC, and buildingSMART standards. Designed for AEC professionals, clients, public officials, ITO, reviewers and project managers who need to manage BIM requirements, evaluate PEB/BEP, and review IFC models. 20 hours, 5 sessions online live.
• Workshop BIM-BPS (Building Performance Simulation) Workshop on interoperability between BIM platforms and Building Performance Simulation (BPS). Duration 2 hours, streaming format. Includes Insight 360 tutorial material. Targets AEC professionals interested in energy performance simulation.
• TurboIFC OpenBIM software tool developed by BIM Expert for reviewing, validating, completing, and transforming IFC files into reliable evidence for AEC projects. Available in two versions: TurboIFC PlanBIM/Chile (for Chilean PlanBIM criteria, MIDE3, TDI/NDI, MEI/IDS) and TurboIFC US/PRO (for international COBie readiness, quantity takeoff, data completion, FM preparation). Includes a v3 roadmap with 3D viewer, data management, and AI layer. Targets BIM managers, reviewers, and government agencies validating IFC deliverables.
• Implementación BIM (BIM Implementation Consulting) BIM implementation consulting service teaching organizations to create SDI (Solicitud de Información) and BEP (BIM Execution Plan) compliant with UK BIM and GSA USA standards. Includes maturity diagnosis, process mapping, implementation plan, manuals, templates, pilot project development, support, and continuous training. Targets enterprises and government agencies adopting BIM organization-wide.
• Modelamiento y Coordinación BIM (BIM Modeling and Coordination Services) BIM modeling and coordination services delivered through the IngSUS partner group, covering planimetry, quantities/cubicaciones, 3D views, discipline coordination, and full project delivery using BIM methodology. Targets construction and engineering firms needing outsourced BIM execution.
• Misiones Internacionales (International Missions) International study tours managed by BIM Expert and CoolTour Design, including visits to universities (Stanford, Berkeley, Bauhaus Germany, Tsinghua), international events (Autodesk University), architecture/engineering offices, and technology companies (Silicon Valley, Google, Apple, Autodesk). Destinations include San Francisco and Bauhaus Germany. Premium experiential offering for AEC professionals.
• Jornadas BIM (Annual BIM Conferences) Annual BIM conferences (Jornadas BIM) — the oldest and most recognized BIM events in Chile and Latin America, now in their 10th edition. Events bring together national and international experts for government, industry, and academia audiences. Includes workshops with major BIM software brands. Events are free and held at prestigious institutions. Targets AEC professionals, software vendors, and government agencies.

Quantifiable outcome

• First National BIM Standard developed for Chile's Direction of Architecture, Ministry of Public Works (2012-2013)
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability7 records

Feature2 records

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered core and supporting.

• Colegio de Arquitectos de ChilecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProfessional association providing official support and endorsement for BIM Expert's Master BIM AEC and diploma programs. Enables member discounts and credibility for graduates. Association leaders participate in program advisory and industry events.
• Colegio de Ingenieros Constructores y Constructores Civiles de ChilecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProfessional association providing official support for BIM Expert's educational programs. Enables member discounts and provides industry validation for certificate holders.
• Colegio de Ingenieros A.G. ChilecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHost partner for Jornada BIM events and collaborator on BIM implementation initiatives. Sub-committee BIM operates jointly with BIM Expert.
• AutodeskcoreTechnology or IntegrationBIM Expert is an Autodesk Authorized Training Center (ATC). Provides official Autodesk certifications, software licenses for students, and access to Autodesk University content and certifications.
• Bentley SystemssupportingTechnology or IntegrationSoftware partner providing workshop content and demonstrations for infrastructure and civil engineering BIM courses.
• Graphisoft (ArchiCAD)supportingTechnology or IntegrationSoftware partner for Architecture BIM training; Graphisoft One Chile provides workshops and software demonstrations.
• Tekla Structures (Construsoft)supportingTechnology or IntegrationSoftware partner for structural engineering BIM training; provides workshops and Latin American support through Construsoft.
• EnscapesupportingTechnology or IntegrationRendering and visualization software partner providing workshops and software demonstrations for BIM visualization.
• AllplansupportingTechnology or IntegrationBIM software partner providing workshops and demonstrations for AEC professionals.
• buildingSMART ChilesupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerBIM Expert participates in buildingSMART Chile initiatives promoting open BIM standards and interoperability in the Chilean construction industry.
• IngSuscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAffiliate company providing BIM implementation and modeling services for real construction projects; Joint projects include Modelamiento BIM, Coordinación, and BIM en Obra services.
• IngSus (Head of BIM)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJuan Carlos Beaumont serves as Head of BIM at IngSus while co-founding BIM Expert; Integrates academic training with real-world project delivery.
• ISTRAMsupportingTechnology or IntegrationSoftware partner for road and infrastructure engineering; provides workshops and representation for Chile market.
• BimtoolsupportingTechnology or IntegrationBIM tool partner participating in Jornada BIM events and providing software demonstrations.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Graphisoft: Graphisoft (ArchiCAD) is a BIM software partner of BIM Expert and runs its own training ecosystem. It is comparable as a broad incumbent that delivers BIM training and certification content for the same architecture professional segment BIM Expert targets.
• Trimble: Trimble's AEC division offers Tekla, SketchUp, and other BIM-related software and training programs targeting the same civil and structural engineering segments served by BIM Expert's Diplomado BIM para Ingeniería.
• Autodesk: Autodesk is both a software partner (BIM Expert is an Authorized Training Center) and a broad incumbent offering direct BIM training, certifications, and Revit content. Comparable because BIM Expert monetizes largely through Autodesk-certified curricula and competes for the same AEC professional learner audience.
• Bentley Systems: Bentley Systems is a major AEC software vendor that runs its own training programs and BIM certification for infrastructure and civil engineering, overlapping directly with BIM Expert's Diplomado BIM para Ingeniería and infrastructure mission offerings.
• Nemetschek Group: Nemetschek owns Solibri, Graphisoft, Vectorworks, and other AEC brands, making it a broad incumbent covering BIM software, training, and openBIM standards. Comparable as the parent of BIM Expert's most direct software competitor and as a broader training ecosystem player.

Direct peers

• Solibri (Nemetschek Group): Solibri is the dominant IFC model checking and validation software vendor, now part of the Nemetschek Group. It is the closest direct competitor to BIM Expert's TurboIFC tool in the openBIM validation category, and both target AEC professionals and public-project compliance workflows.
• Global eTraining: Global eTraining is an online BIM and AEC training platform offering on-demand Autodesk-certified courses, comparable to BIM Expert's online diploma and course catalog. Both target AEC professionals seeking flexible, certification-aligned BIM education.
• Symetri: Symetri is a European Autodesk and Bentley reseller that delivers BIM training, implementation consulting, and managed services. It is a direct peer to BIM Expert's combination of authorized training and enterprise BIM implementation services, primarily in Nordic and UK markets.
• Simplebim (Datacubist): Simplebim is a long-standing IFC data validation and quantity takeoff tool, comparable in function to TurboIFC. It competes for the same BIM manager and public-project reviewer audience that BIM Expert addresses in Chile and broader LatAm.

Others

• buildingSMART International: buildingSMART sets the openBIM/IFC standards that BIM Expert's TurboIFC validates against and that BIM Expert's curriculum teaches. Although not a commercial competitor, it is the ecosystem body whose standards and certifications shape demand for BIM Expert's services and tools.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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