Peter Walker

Professor Peter Walker serves as Professor of Construction Science & Management and Director of the Sustainable Built & Natural Environment Directorate at the University of Salford's School of Science, Engineering & Environment. Previously, he held professorships at Ulster University (where he was Head of Belfast School of Architecture) and part-time teaching positions at Newcastle University, alongside directorship roles at Devereux Architects (now Ryder Architects).

His research focuses on cultural risk in megaprojects, architectural history, and construction management, with notable contributions including joint authorship of the QAA Benchmark for Architecture (2020). Recent publications (2021-2024) predominantly examine GCC megaproject challenges, though curiously include developmental psychology studies on infant cognition that appear outside his primary field. His scholarly output spans 19 items including books, journal articles, and conference presentations.

Key professional activities include:

• Chair of Business Ethics in Architecture Working Group
• External Examiner at nine UK universities over 20 years
• RIBA Part 3 Professional Examiner at Newcastle University
• Member of SCHOSA Council since 1998
• Independent Advisor to Architects Registration Board Education Committee

He supervises PhD research on design/risk management in architecture and construction, with recent theses including "Cultural dissonance as a risk factor in GCC megaprojects" (2021). His leadership extends to directing the Built and Human Environments research centre.