Digitally engineered for better outcomes.
ISO 19650 COMPLIANT INFORMATION MANAGEMENT • BIM STRATEGY • REALITY CAPTURE • DIGITAL TWIN CONSULTANCY • TRAINING & SUPPORT •
AI-Augmented Digital Construction Specialist
We help construction client owners and their supply chains achieve information compliance, reduce delivery risk, and build AI-augmented digital workflows — without needing to understand the technology themselves.
About
A bespoke approach to BIM, information management and digital delivery.
The construction landscape is rapidly evolving, with BIM and information management becoming critical for success. We are a team of experienced professionals with a deep understanding of BIM principles, software, industry standards and best practices.
We offer a comprehensive suite of services designed to give our clients the tools and expertise needed to maximise efficiency, reduce costs, and elevate project delivery. From strategy development and implementation through to AI-augmented tools and ongoing support.
We work closely with every client to understand their challenges and develop solutions that drive tangible results.
Why fcd?
Five reasons clients choose us?
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Expertise
Industry experts with a deep understanding of BIM and Information Management principles, software, and industry best practices.
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Customisation
Engineered solutions to meet client needs and project requirements. An approach that's bespoke to your unique challenges.
We build the tools that automate workflows competitors do manually — and sell those tools, not just the time to operate them.
AI-Augmented
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Improvement
A dynamic team that stays up to date on industry trends, methodologies and emerging technologies.
This is the space to showcase the specific characteristics and capabilities that make your product stand out. Highlight the key features that set you apart from competitors.
Partnerships
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Services
We turn complex data into clear decisions.
Four practice areas that span the full project lifecycle — from defining your digital strategy to embedding new ways of working across your teams.
Strategy & Contractual
Stay compliant. Stay in control.
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Define digital strategy and project roadmaps
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Apply standards to create protocols and handover plans
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Risk management, supply chain assessments, smooth delivery
Reality Capture
See a project as it really is.
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High-accuracy drone surveys and 3D scanning
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Coordination, digital twin workflows, site verification
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Delivered in-house — faster turnaround, full data control
Coordination &
Management
Keep sites moving.
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Set up and manage Common Data Environments
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Spot clashes early; align models, data and processes
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Auditing, reporting, supply chain capability assessments
Training & Support
Make everything stick.
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Tailored, project-led training across teams
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Ongoing technical support and hands-on guidance
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ISO 19650 awareness sessions to build capability
Information Management
Beyond 3D
AI & Automation
Compliance
Coordination
Digital
Twin
Project
Management
Reality
Capture
Our Team
A leadership team with decades of combined experience across design consultancy, tier-one contracting, and digital transformation.
The people behind the practice.
Darren De Klerk
Founder
Darren is our founder and go-to expert for all things BIM. He has 18 years of experience, spending much of his career working within the built environment from design consultancy to tier contractors.
Darren uses BIM not just as a tool, but as a mindset — helping teams work smarter, spot risks earlier, and deliver projects with accuracy and efficiency. Whether managing technical data or driving digital transformation, he makes sure every detail builds towards the bigger picture.
Emma Ikram
Principal Consultant
With two decades of experience in the industry, Emma's knowledge of information management is second to none. Alongside managing complex digital information models, she ensures information flows seamlessly between design, engineering and construction.
With a unique blend of psychology and data science, Emma understands both the data-driven approach to delivery and the human connection needed to fully understand client objectives.
Oliver Pettitt
Junior Consultant
Our technology specialist — building the browser-based BIM tools and AI-powered workflows that form FCD's product roadmap.
Focused on the That Open Company stack, Autodesk Platform Services and Claude API integration to deliver compliance checkers, custom viewers and automated validation tools.
Flexible ways to work with us.
From ongoing advisory retainers to one-off project engagements and productised tools — we structure work around what you need.
Most Popular
Advisory Retainer
ISO 19650 compliance oversight,
IM governance,
BIM advisory —
an ongoing trusted partnership.
Project
Project Engagement
CDE setup, documentation, BIM coordination, Scan-to-BIM delivery — scoped to your project.
Build
AI & Automation
Bespoke compliance checkers, APS integrations, TOC viewers, n8n workflows — fixed-price delivery.
Product
Productised IP
ISO 19650 templates, BEP toolkits, compliance checklists — digital licence downloads.
Workshop
Training & Workshops
ISO 19650 awareness, AI in construction, CDE governance — remote or on-site sessions.