Cristian Rincon

Home Country: Colombia

Thesis Subject: Geotechnical BIM for Tunneling QTO

Graduation Year: 2020

Why did you choose the BIM A+?

I choosed BIM A+ because of the study program, it is really about the BIM Methodlogy and not only modelling. Also, because is one of the few BIM Masters that it is not fully virtual. The mobility and the cultural exchange is incredible added value.

What did you enjoy the most about your programme?

What I enjoyed the most was the international experience, cultural exchange and the connection with the industry, it was not just theory.

How has your degree helped you in your career?

My thesis was done with a company where my thesis director did the connection. That company was working on railway projects. After my degree I kept working with the company for a while and so I gathered enough experience working with BIM in railways, so I keep working on that in one of the biggest railway companies in Europe.

What is your top piece of advice for prospective students?

Enjoy the master! You have the opportunity to make strong connections with people from all over the world. Enjoy the thesis process, it is when you learn the most.

What have you been up to since graduating from the BIM A+?

After BIM A+ I returned to my home country to work with an branch of Deustche Bahn Engineering & Consulting GmbH, where I work in a very International environment. I started as BIM Consultant and since then I been promoted twice as Senior and the as lead of the team as Digitalization Portfolio Owner for the Latin America Region. I also started a PhD in Innovation Management, here in Colombia.

Biography

I’m Civil Engineer from the National University of Colombia. I have in overall  13 years of experience as geotechnical engineer, project director, BIM Consultant and now as Principal Consultant and Digitalization Portfolio Owner, specialized in railway projects.