Certificate in Building Information Modeling (BIM) Management

Obtain your BIM Management Certificate through University of Manitoba Extended Education. For mechanical and electrical contractors.

Learn to effectively manage your part of a project's lifecycle and work within the AECOO team by adding our Building Information Modeling Management certificate to your resume. Build on your career in Architecture, Engineering, Construction, or as an Owner or Operator as you gain important knowledge about digital construction and BIM project management processes that are being adopted around the world.

  • Program Length: 18 months to 3 years
  • 36 Gold Seal Credits Upon Completion
  • Part-time, online from anywhere

Open doors in your career! Whether you're just starting out, shifting direction, or building on your existing experience, the Certificate in Building Information Modeling Management is designed to strengthen your capabilities and support professional growth. It equips you with practical, in-demand skills that can open doors to new opportunities, expand your impact within your organization or industry, or prepare you for increased responsibilities or leadership roles.

Building Information Modeling

Program objectives are to:

  • outline BIM concepts, principles, and processes in the context of the modern-day AECOO industry
  • summarize the various uses and benefits of BIM across different building construction processes, disciplines, and aspects of the building lifecycle, including facility management
  • describe the Information Management process aligned to global BIM standards
  • introduce open standards and open data exchange (buildingSMART)
  • prepare participants to apply theoretical knowledge to applications that are relevant in an industry setting
  • explore topics necessary for effective management of people, teams, projects, and digital models themselves when BIM is adopted

Required Courses

Elective Courses (Choose one)

Meet the Instructors

Sean Usher

Sean is the Director of Design Technology & Innovation at Republic Architecture. With over a decade experience in the AEC industry, he has led design technology implementation and applications, including BIM management, visualization, reality capture, and model analysis. Sean is also a founding member of the Winnipeg BIM Community, a BuildingSMART Canada affiliate group, and helps lead its efforts to promote and support digital delivery practices locally. Sean was also part of the first group of professionals in Canada to attain OpenBIM Foundation certification through BuildingSMART.

Daniel Kazado

Daniel Kazado is a seasoned Mechanical Engineer with an MSc in Civil Engineering, boasting over 25 years of industry and consulting experience. He has contributed to more than 18 large airport projects, 5 multipurpose complexes, and various other developments totaling over 20 million square meters. Daniel's career has spanned roles from BIM Manager to Project Manager, offering him a comprehensive understanding of project execution. Currently, he is the Managing Partner and BIM Consultant at ProCS Engineering. In the last decade, he has gained significant expertise in BIM, particularly in optimizing MEP services to boost productivity in large-scale projects. Daniel is also a contributor to international manuals and standards, including the Canadian Practice Manual for BIM, and is an active member of wBIMc, the Standards Council of Canada, buildingSMART International, and Founding Member of the buildingSMART Türkiye Chapter.

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