FBRA Welcomes Derek Gilbert, Structural Engineer and Revit Specialist

Foley Buhl Roberts & Associates, Inc. (FBRA) is pleased to welcome Derek J. Gilbert, P.E. to our staff. Derek’s past experience includes ten years as a Structural Engineer engaged in the design of buildings. In addition, he joins FBRA following a four year stint as a Technology Solutions Specialist exclusively focused on Autodesk Revit Structure education and training. Having been involved with Revit Structure virtually since its inception, his expertise greatly enhances FBRA’s capabilities in Building Information Modeling (BIM). Derek is a registered Professional Structural Engineer in three states (MA, ME, and NH), an AutoDesk Revit Certified Professional, an active participant in the Structural Engineers of New Hampshire, and the Boston Revit User’s Group.

Derek was recently a featured speaker at Autodesk University , where he presented a paper entitled “What’s in Your Structural Model? Understanding Detail-Level Requirements Using Revit Structure.” The presentation focused on AIA Document E202-2008 and its implications as regards coordination between Architectural and Structural BIM models.

At FBRA, Derek is utilized as an in-house Revit consultant on all ongoing projects, as the director for ongoing BIM implementation and standardization efforts, and as the lead Structural Engineer and/or Project Manager for upcoming projects.