Construction Site Monitoring
Track construction progress, verify as-built conditions, and detect issues early with regular scan-based monitoring.
Why Scan-Based Monitoring?
Traditional construction monitoring relies on manual inspections, progress photos, and periodic reports. These methods are subjective, time-consuming, and often miss critical deviations until they become expensive problems.
Laser scanning provides objective, millimeter-accurate documentation of site conditions at every stage. When combined with SkyGIS's cloud platform, this data becomes immediately accessible to every stakeholder - from the site foreman to the client.
Workflow
- 1
Establish scan schedule
Define scanning intervals aligned with project milestones - weekly for active phases, monthly for slower periods.
- 2
Scan and upload
Scan the site with any LiDAR device. Upload E57 or LAS files directly to SkyGIS from the field using the mobile app (SkyGIS Pro).
- 3
Overlay with design
Import BIM/IFC models or DWG/DXF drawings to compare as-built against design intent.
- 4
Analyze deviations
Use SkyGIS's measurement and comparison tools to identify discrepancies, track earthwork volumes, and verify structural positions.
- 5
Generate reports
Export annotated views, measurements, and comparison data for progress reports and client presentations.
Key Capabilities
Progress Tracking
Compare periodic scans side by side or overlaid. SkyGIS's timeline view lets you scrub through scan dates to see exactly how the site evolved. Color-coded deviation maps highlight areas that diverge from the design.
Stockpile Calculations
Calculate cut and fill volumes directly from scan data. Track earthwork progress against planned quantities. Export volume reports for billing verification.
Spotting Conflicts
Overlay the IFC model of MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing) services on structural scans to spot conflicts before they cause rework on site. SkyGIS doesn't detect clashes automatically: you find them by eye, measure them and share a saved view with whoever needs to fix them.
Real-World Impact
Recommended Plan
SkyGIS Viewer covers the basics of construction monitoring: stockpile calculations and IFC or DWG/DXF design overlays on every plan. SkyGIS Pro adds volume and deviation analysis, clip box export, format conversions, and offline access for field teams.