Derek Thomson

Dr Derek Thomson is a Senior Lecturer in Quantity Surveying and Programme Director of the BSc (Hons) Commercial Management and Quantity Surveying at Loughborough University's School of Architecture, Building and Civil Engineering. His research focuses on value management, design innovation, and construction practices, particularly in healthcare infrastructure and sustainable building technologies. He holds a PhD and is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA) and a Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS).

Education:

• BSc (Hons)
• PgCert
• PhD

Research Interests: Dr Thomson explores value engineering in construction, design decision-making, quantification of social and design quality, and adaptive building systems. His work emphasizes collaborative approaches to project management, healthcare facility evaluation, and low-carbon technologies. He has contributed to frameworks for assessing hospital designs and closing energy performance gaps in sustainable homes.

Advising & Grants: While specific grants or advising details are not listed, his role as Programme Director indicates involvement in educational and professional development initiatives within construction management programs.

Labs & Teams: Engaged in interdisciplinary teams focused on healthcare infrastructure and sustainable construction, though specific lab affiliations are not explicitly mentioned.