Headquartered in Buffalo, NY, Arc Building Partners stands out as a true innovator in the competitive construction industry. Their commitment to offering a comprehensive suite of services, from proactive construction management to streamlined design-build models, has solidified their strong reputation and fostered a loyal client base across their operational markets. Arc Building Partners’ strategic philosophy centers on early engagement, ensuring not only exceptional project outcomes for owners but also delivering value-driven solutions throughout every phase of the construction lifecycle, from initial concept to final completion.
In an industry that is constantly evolving, Arc Building Partners has cultivated a robust sense of purpose that is deeply ingrained in their brand identity. The arc symbol in their logo aptly represents their multifaceted role for clients and communities, acting as a bridge connecting ideas to reality, a shield protecting project integrity, and the narrative arc of successful project delivery. As dedicated members of the construction sector, the Arc team actively champions environmental stewardship and strengthens the social fabric of the neighborhoods they serve. By synergizing innovation and diligent effort with meaningful partnerships, Arc Building Partners empowers clients to transform underutilized spaces – vacant lots, dilapidated buildings, and challenging brownfields – into modern structures designed to enhance lives for years to come.
Frank L. Ciminelli II, President & CEO, a seasoned industry leader and the chief visionary of Arc Building Partners, sets the overarching strategies and corporate goals. He then trusts his highly skilled team to execute these plans consistently. A key member of this team is Ana Alcocer, Arc’s Virtual Design + Construction Manager and a driving force on the technological front lines. Ana’s primary focus is the strategic deployment of technology to enhance project delivery, always aligning with Frank’s vision and strategic objectives. Ana is passionate about optimizing workflows within Arc’s technology ecosystem and integrating digital solutions across company operations to empower field teams.
Arc Building Partners leveraging cmBuilder.io for advanced site logistics planning
We engaged in a discussion with Ana to gain deeper insights into Arc Building Partners’ approach to technology deployment within their project delivery models and to understand how cmBuilder has supported their digital transformation journey. Ana highlighted several key aspects, most notably:
- Arc Building Partners prioritizes internal consistency in technology deployment. This is achieved through the development of standardized technological processes that their field teams, the primary technology users, can rely on for consistent results.
- A crucial secondary objective is the continuous monitoring of progress through dashboards and data analytics. This involves evaluating the level of Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) maturity achieved on each individual project, allowing for data-driven improvements.
- Ultimately, Arc Building Partners aims to leverage data from their VDC maturity dashboards to identify the optimal suite of digital software solutions. This strategy focuses on streamlining their tech stack and maximizing efficiency, avoiding the pitfalls of spreading resources across too many disparate platforms. Data-driven insights and ease of access for project teams are central to Arc’s construction technology initiatives.
This strategic approach is where cmBuilder becomes invaluable. Ana shared how cmBuilder has revolutionized their project planning and delivery workflows, stating, “Since implementing cmBuilder, one of the first things I now request is detailed information on crane specifications, heavy machinery dimensions, and other critical equipment. Previously, this information was often gathered from subcontractors later in the process. Now, the ability to input real-world equipment data into the cmBuilder platform and manipulate variables to confirm feasibility has been a transformative advantage.” Ana emphasized how Arc Building Partners has elevated logistics planning through the adoption of the cmBuilder platform, significantly reducing project-related risks:
“Our experience with cmBuilder has enabled us to significantly advance logistics planning, allowing us to proactively anticipate and resolve potential conflicts. This proactive approach has been instrumental in identifying risks before heavy machinery deployment and field installations even begin.”
– Ana G Alcocer – VDC Manager at Arc Building Partners
ARC Building Partners BNMC Pedestrian project benefits from cmBuilder.io for site logistics and planning
Prior to integrating cmBuilder, Arc Building Partners’ project teams conducted regular bi-weekly BIM coordination meetings to address design and constructability issues, shop drawing reviews, and other project elements. Now, with the capability to model and simulate project site logistics in immersive 3D and 4D environments, these bi-weekly meetings are repurposed to visually review site logistics plans in 3D. This allows for early identification and mitigation of potential issues that could otherwise impact project timelines.
“In the past, we relied on 2D sketches with manual markups. The level of insight we gain from those methods simply cannot compare to the detailed understanding we achieve through cmBuilder.”
– Ana G Alcocer
Arc Building Partners Bayonne 1 project visualized in cmBuilder.io alongside construction site footage
Ana concluded by reiterating Arc Building Partners’ core objective: to establish an insightful “digital twin” that can be effectively utilized during the crucial preconstruction planning phase. This goal is now realized through cmBuilder’s advanced 3D and 4D modeling functionalities. This enhanced workflow empowers Arc Building Partners to create clear, comprehensive visualizations of project outcomes and develop precise construction sequences, all while fostering a collaborative project environment. Crucially, all stakeholders, from subcontractors to clients, can access and interact with logistics plans in the cloud, enabling a shared visual understanding of the project across all lifecycle stages.
“The shared link feature is invaluable. It allows every stakeholder with access to view the plan and provide feedback using cmBuilder’s built-in tools. This capability has been a significant advantage for project collaboration.”
– Ana G Alcocer
