BRIDGING THE GAP: ADVANCING BIM ADOPTION IN THE JORDANIAN CONSTRUCTION SECTOR

The Jordanian construction sector faces persistent fragmentation, delays, and inefficiencies despite its vital role in national development. Building Information Modeling (BIM), widely recognized as a solution to such challenges, remains underutilized in Jordan. This study aims to investigate the current state of BIM adoption, identifies key barriers and drivers, and assesses potential benefits to propose a localized framework for digital transformation. The methodology involved a quantitative survey of 443 professionals was analyzed using Relative Importance Index (RII) and descriptive statistics, with high reliability (Cronbach’s α = 0.937). Results revealed major barriers: lack of BIM awareness (RII = 0.745), limited training centers (RII = 0.729), and insufficient government support (RII = 0.706). Key benefits included improved 3D visualization (RII = 0.854), successful project execution (RII = 0.845) and improved decision making (RII = 0.831). The study recommends government BIM mandates, training centers, and curriculum integration to advance sustainable adoption and enhance project performance