Assessment of Barriers, Trends, and Sources of Growth on 4D BIM Technology Implementation for Building Construction Project Planning and Scheduling in the Philippines

Caused by human activity and extreme weather occurrences, climate change is a major worldwide concern. About 40% of the world's energy consumption comes from the building and construction industry, which also has a substantial impact on environmental sustainability through resource depletion and carbon emissions. To address these impacts, sustainable building practices – enabled by technologies like Building Information Modeling (BIM) – are vital. 4D BIM, which integrates time-based data into construction planning, supports Sustainable Development Goals, such as SDG 11, 12, and 13, by enhancing resource efficiency, reducing waste, and promoting climate-resilient development. Given the hazards caused by climate change, 4D BIM can assist in the construction of climate-resilient infrastructure and help the Philippines meet the Sustainable Development Goals of the UN by 2030. However, little knowledge, expensive prices, and opposition to new ideas limit its adoption. Responding to these situations, this study aims to explore these barriers, trends, and sources of growth to strengthen the Philippines' role in sustainable building and global climate action. This study examines the skills, demographics, and technological use barriers that influence the adoption of 4D BIM in the Philippines. Most of the respondents are women, between 31 and 40 years old, and frequently hold senior project management positions. According to the findings, despite a lack of practical experience, adoption is accelerated by competition and technology, but major obstacles include lack of digital skills, high costs, and aversion to change. Views about growth or financial obstacles were not significantly influenced by gender, indicating that hiring should prioritize experience and talent over demographics. This study suggests focused training, inclusive hiring, and investigating financial incentives to promote broader use of digital technology in the industry to support 4D BIM and assist in achieving the Philippines' sustainable construction goals.