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Zeeshan MahmoodView profile

Lecturer

• Sustainability Accounting
• Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
• Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
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Dr. Zeeshan Mahmood is a Lecturer in Accounting at the Essex Business School, University of Essex. His research focuses on sustainability accounting, CSR, and institutional dynamics in emerging economies. He teaches Financial Reporting, Management Accounting, and Professional Development modules. PhD in Accounting (2016), University of Essex MRes in Accounting (2011), University of Essex His research explores sustainability reporting, SDGs, and gender equality in management controls. He has presented at major conferences like the Interdisciplinary Perspectives on Accounting Conference and British Accounting and Finance Association Doctoral Conference. Publications highlight CSR reporting trends in developing countries and institutional logics. Current supervisees include Abdullah Mushabab A Albakri (PhD in Accounting). He has presented at 24th Workshop on Accounting & Finance in Emerging Economies (2023) and contributed to studies on carbon accounting and CPEC megaprojects.

Karlos ArttoView profile

Professor

• Project Management
• Operations Management
• Organizational Behavior
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Karlos Artto is a Professor of Project Business at Aalto University's School of Science, leading the Project Business research group (PB). He holds a doctoral degree from Helsinki University of Technology (1995) and has over three decades of academic and industry experience. His research focuses on project management, operations, and innovation in complex projects, with notable contributions to understanding organizational integration, defense procurement, and resilience in academia. Education: Doctoral degree in Engineering and Technology, Helsinki University of Technology (1995) Licentiate degree in Engineering and Technology, Helsinki University of Technology (1991) Master's degree in Engineering and Technology, Helsinki University of Technology (1983) Research interests include project business models, strategic management of project-based firms, and the interplay between products and organizations in complex projects. Recent work emphasizes organizational resilience, anti-corruption measures in megaprojects, and continuous target management. His research has been published in over 200 papers, books, and chapters, and he serves on editorial boards of top-tier journals like the International Journal of Project Management. Awards include the Emerald Literati Network Outstanding Paper Award (2009) and multiple Teacher of the Year accolades (2001, 2002, 2006). He has supervised 176 master’s theses and numerous doctoral students, contributing to both academic discourse and industry partnerships through collaborative projects with global firms. Key activities include leading the Project Business Workshop, hosting academic visitors, and reviewing professorship applications. His work on defense procurement and resilience in academia highlights interdisciplinary approaches to solving complex organizational challenges.

• Project Management
• Infrastructure Engineering
• Built Environment
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Dr. Ilias Krystallis is a full-time Associate Professor in Engineering Project Management at University College London (UCL) , affiliated with The Bartlett School of Sustainable Construction . His work bridges technical engineering with organizational management, focusing on uncertainty, flexibility, and governance in infrastructure projects. Uncertainty management in megaprojects Design flexibility for infrastructure resilience Governance of inter-organizational project networks Project performance analysis His research has secured funding from organizations like Research England , ESRC , and PMI , with a focus on evidence-based policy and digital transformation in construction. He has published in journals like IEEE Transactions on Engineering Management and International Journal of Project Management , emphasizing real options reasoning and strategic adaptability. Scientific awards include the CAPE-GLA Policy Fellowship (2022-2023) , multiple Most Downloaded/Cited Paper of the Year Awards from Project Management Journal, and the APM Research Paper of the Year (2022) . He supervises PhD students and contributes to teaching modules such as Built Asset Management and The Management of Large Projects .

Harvey MaylorView profile

Associate Professor

• Major Programme Management
• Operations Management
• Project Management
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Harvey Maylor is an Associate Professor and Senior Fellow in Management Practice at Saïd Business School, University of Oxford. He has been affiliated with the School since 2013, serving as Programme Director for the Major Projects Leadership Academy (MPLA) and contributing to its flagship programme for UK government project leaders. Prior roles include Founding Director of Cranfield University's International Centre for Programme Management and academic positions at Cardiff Business School and the University of Bath. His research focuses on major projects—large-scale initiatives characterized by significant budgetary, risk, or stakeholder complexity. Key areas include complexity management, lean leadership, ambidexterity, and systems design in project environments. He emphasizes bridging academic theory and practical application, addressing challenges like underperformance in project execution through frameworks such as 'Understand, Reduce, Respond' for complexity management. Maylor’s work spans industry collaboration, including engagements with Airbus, HP, and Transport for London. Notable contributions include developing the AdvantageHP capability framework, the Advanced Project Thinking (APT) methodology, and the NASSS-CAT tools for healthcare technology implementation. His research is disseminated through books like Project Management (5th ed., 2022) and peer-reviewed journals. Teaching and executive education remain central to his role, with part-time consulting and academic visiting roles supplementing his faculty duties. Professional memberships include the Academy of Management and Project Management Institute. His research and practice aim to enhance project resilience, innovation, and alignment with organizational strategy.

Oluwole OlatunjiView profile

Professor

• Construction Project Management
• Cost Management
• Construction Safety
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Prof. Oluwole Olatunji is a Professor of Construction Project Management at the University of Southern Queensland's School of Surveying and Built Environment. He holds a PhD from Newcastle University and has extensive expertise in cost management, safety, procurement, and BIM. His research spans forensic construction analysis, disaster recovery, and sustainability. He actively supervises doctoral and master’s students in topics like BIM integration and infrastructure project risks. Education: BTech (FUTA, 2005), GCertTerTeach (Newcastle, 2011), PhD (Newcastle, 2012). Research focuses on construction law, megaproject overruns, and labor safety. His work bridges BIM adoption, dispute resolution, and human factors in construction. Over 100 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters highlight contributions to global construction practices. Notable collaborations include studies on Brazil’s 'Operation Car Wash' collusion scandal, Australian housing policy impacts, and Nigerian PPP projects. He edits journals like Proceedings of the Institution of Civil Engineers and contributes to industry guidelines on safety and innovation.

• Project Management Education
• Educational Development
• Curriculum Design
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Professor Fiona Saunders is the Professor of Project Management Education and Director of the Centre for Learning Enhancement and Educational Development (LEED) at Manchester Metropolitan University. She leads initiatives integrating pedagogic scholarship, innovation, and digital education into curriculum enhancement. Previously (2017–2022), she held roles as Faculty Director of Education and Reader in Engineering Project Management within the Faculty of Science and Engineering. Her career spans academia and industry, including roles as a Senior Lecturer at the University of Manchester and Project Manager in manufacturing and consulting sectors. Education: PhD in the Management of Projects, University of Manchester (2016) MBA (Distinction), Lancaster University Management School (1999) BSc (Hons) Applied Physics and Electronics, University of Durham (1991) Research Interests: Focuses on project management education, technology-enhanced learning, safety-critical project management, curriculum decolonization, and inclusive pedagogy. Recent work explores the impact of multimedia resources, community narratives in decolonizing curricula, and barriers in technology transition projects. Key Contributions: Authored Project Finance Casebook (Pearson Education, 2012) Published extensively in journals like International Journal of Project Management and Higher Education Research and Development Recipient of Principal Fellow of AdvanceHE and Chartered Engineer status Advising & Grants: Supervises PhD student Estar Bennett. Leads interdisciplinary initiatives such as the 'Many Faces of Science and Engineering' project. Collaborates on grants related to equity, diversity, and pedagogical innovation. Labs & Teams: Directs LEED, a hub for educational development combining the University Teaching Academy and Digital Education Team. Active in global academic networks like the International Society for Scholarship of Teaching and Learning.

Sophie SchrammView profile

Professor

• Urban Planning
• Housing in Global South
• Heterogeneous Infrastructure Systems
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Professor Sophie Schramm leads the International Planning Studies (IPS) department at the Faculty of Spatial Planning, Technical University of Dortmund, while directing the international Master's program SPRING. Her research focuses on heterogeneous infrastructures, spatial planning, and housing dynamics in cities of the Global South. She completed her PhD in 2014 at TU Darmstadt with the dissertation 'City in Flow – Hanoi's Wastewater Disposal in the Light of Spatial and Social Transformations', followed by leadership of a junior research group at Kassel University and an assistant professorship at Utrecht University. Education PhD in Urban and Regional Planning, TU Darmstadt (2014) Diploma in Urban and Regional Planning, HCU Hamburg (2003-2008) B.Sc. in Urban and Regional Planning, TU Hamburg-Harburg (2001-2003) Research Focus Professor Schramm’s work examines the interplay between infrastructure, urban planning, and housing in rapidly growing cities. Current projects include ICOLMA (BMBF-funded, since 2022), Urban Waterscapes and the Pandemic (DFG-funded, since 2021), and Animals and Spatial Planning (since 2021). Her publications reveal critical perspectives on water supply, sanitation, and energy access across Hanoi, Nairobi, Dar es Salaam, and Accra. Scientific Awards DFG Graduate School Scholarship 'Topology of Technology' (2011-2012) DAAD Master's Thesis Abroad Scholarship (2007) Irene Vorwerk Stiftung Outstanding B.Sc. Degree Prize (2005) Teaching and Supervision For academic year 2024/25, she teaches courses including 'Planning Theories and Models' (M.Sc. SPRING), 'Regenerating Cities and Infrastructures' (M.Sc. Spatial Planning), and 'Craft of Doing Research' (PhD Colloquium). She welcomes thesis supervision on topics like infrastructure megaprojects, insurgent planning, and coproduction of urban services.

HU YiView profile

Assistant Professor

• Megaproject Organization Management
• Engineering Governance & Innovation
• Construction Management
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HU Yi is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Construction Management & Real Estate at Tongji University 's Faculty of Construction & Environment . He holds a PhD in Construction Management from The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (2014) and has served as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow and Tutor there. Education: PhD (2014), Master (2007), and Bachelor (2004) from Tongji University and The Hong Kong Polytechnic University Research Focus: Megaproject organization management, engineering governance, and innovation Grants: Principal Investigator for multiple National Natural Science Foundation of China grants (2013–2022) Leadership: Associate Chair of the 2018 International Megaproject Workshop Memberships: Academy of Management (AOM), American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), Association for Project Management (APM-UK), International Association for Chinese Management Research (IACMR) HU Yi's research spans megaproject governance configurations, risk management, and organizational learning, with methodological expertise in Monte-Carlo optimization, partial least squares analysis, and fuzzy synthetic evaluation. His work emphasizes infrastructure megaprojects in China and institutional complexity in cross-border development. Scientific Awards: 2019 International Project Management Association's Outstanding Research Contribution 2018 National Teaching Accomplishment 2nd-class Award by the Ministry of Education, China HU Yi has served as Principal Investigator for four National Natural Science Foundation of China grants, including studies on megaproject governance effectiveness (71971157) and organizational learning (71501142). He also contributed to projects on top management team integration (71871164) and financial risk management (71841023).

Marco DeanView profile

Lecturer

• Transport and Infrastructure Planning
• Urban Governance
• Sustainability Science
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Dr. Marco Dean is a Lecturer in Engineering and Education at the University College London (UCL) Institute of Education (IOE), specifically within the Education, Practice & Society department. He holds a PhD in Infrastructure Planning from UCL’s Bartlett School of Planning and has over a decade of teaching experience across undergraduate and graduate programs in transport planning, project management, and sustainability. His research focuses on infrastructure planning, participatory decision-making, and sustainable urban governance, with notable contributions to multi-criteria analysis (MCA) methodologies for evaluating transport megaprojects. He has authored or co-authored over 30 academic papers and contributed to EU-funded research projects. Dean is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy and has served as an editor for journals like Frontiers in Sustainable Cities . His work bridges engineering education and societal impact, emphasizing holistic approaches to infrastructure development. Education: BSc and MSc in Civil Engineering (University of Udine, Italy) MSc in Infrastructure Planning (UCL Bartlett School of Planning) PhD in Planning (UCL Bartlett School of Planning) Research Interests: Dr. Dean’s work explores participatory methods in infrastructure appraisal, particularly through MCA frameworks. He investigates how decision-making processes can integrate diverse stakeholder perspectives while addressing sustainability and equity. His studies often analyze large-scale transport projects in Europe and the UK, focusing on their economic, environmental, and social impacts. Key themes include: Ethical considerations in infrastructure timelines Policy-led MCA applications Infrastructure interdependencies Scenario-based planning for urban resilience Awards & Affiliations: Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (2019–present) Editor for Urban, Planning and Transport Research Journal Reviewer for multiple transportation and urban studies journals Contributions to EU Horizon 2020 projects and UK National Infrastructure Planning initiatives Teaching & Leadership: Dean leads modules in UCL’s MSc in Engineering and Education, including Practice Innovation and Leadership , and supervises student dissertations. His teaching integrates research-based education principles, emphasizing practical skills in engineering project analysis and ethical decision-making. From 2020–2022, he contributed to the MSc Infrastructure Planning program at the Bartlett School of Planning. Professional Activities: He serves as a mentor and assessor at the UCL Arena Centre for Research-Based Education and has advised organizations like the European Investment Bank and HM Treasury on infrastructure projects. His work often addresses SDGs 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure), 11 (Sustainable Cities), and 4 (Quality Education).

• Disaster risk reduction
• ethics and policies
• Responsible AI
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Dr. Thanti Octavianti is a Senior Lecturer in Applied Geography at the University of the West of England. Her research focuses on flood resilience, water security measurement, and responsible AI in disaster risk reduction. She serves on the steering committee of the Household Water Insecurity Experiences Scale – Research Coalition Network (HWISE RCN) and is an editor for Water International . Education: PhD in Geography and the Environment from Oxford University (2019), MSc in Water Science, Policy, and Management from Oxford University (2014), BEng in Environmental Engineering from Universitas Indonesia (2011). Her research explores socio-political dynamics of water infrastructure, including Jakarta’s 400-year flood policy evolution and its seawall megaproject. She investigates water security measurement methods and leads projects on AI ethics in disaster management. Recent publications highlight interdisciplinary approaches to compound hydrological risks, climate-water interlinkages, and sustainable energy integration in Southeast Asia. Her work bridges engineering, environmental policy, and social sciences. Scientific Awards: 2015 & 2018 Graduate Academic Prize, Trinity College, Oxford Jardine Foundation Scholarships for MSc (2013–2014) and PhD (2015–2019) Current projects include Principal Investigator roles on grants from the British Council and Royal Society, addressing machine learning accountability in disaster management and transnational water resilience initiatives in Vietnam and Indonesia.

• Supply Chain Management
• Engineer-to-Order Systems
• Construction Logistics
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Professor Jonathan Gosling is a leading academic in Logistics and Operations Management at Cardiff Business School, Cardiff University . He serves as Director of the Logistics Systems Dynamics Group and is a Fellow of the Institution of Civil Engineers . Prior to academia, he worked as a supply chain analyst in the automotive sector but now specializes in engineer-to-order (ETO) supply chains within construction, shipbuilding, and capital goods. Research Interests : ETO supply chain dynamics Systems thinking and business process engineering Circular economy and sustainable logistics Digital transformation in construction Quality management in megaprojects Article Trends reveal a focus on ETO systems' resilience , BIM integration , circular economy models , and blockchain-enabled material traceability . His collaborations span Highways England , WSP , Costain , and institutions like NTNU and Newcastle University . Scientific Awards include his Fellowship at the Institution of Civil Engineers . As a supervisor, he mentors Gavin Ford , Abdelrahman Ganfoud , Yuxuan Zhou , and Shicheng Chen . His research projects address topics like recycled plastics in construction , digital twins for offshore wind , and scalable circular supply chains , funded by EPSRC , Innovate UK , and Research Council of Norway .

Rebecca VineView profile

Research Fellow

• Management Control Systems
• Infrastructure Project Governance
• Risk Management
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Dr Rebecca Vine is an Associate Research Fellow at the Science Policy Research Unit (SPRU) within the University of Sussex Business School. She holds a PhD in Technology and Innovation Management (2018) and has extensive industry experience in management accounting, including roles at Andersen Consulting and executive training for UK government departments. Her research focuses on management control systems, governance of risk in large-scale infrastructure projects, and innovation policy, with a particular emphasis on 'intelligent client' capabilities and governance reform in megaprojects. She contributed to the ESRC-funded Project X initiative (2019–2021), examining performance management in government projects, and was awarded a university-level prize for her research impact in 2022. Education: PhD (Sussex), MBA (Distinction), BA in Economics and Accounting (Leeds). Professional qualifications include Chartered Management Accountant (CIMA). Teaching roles included convening courses on accounting, management, and organizational studies at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. She supervised two PhD students to completion (2024). Research highlights include a doctoral study of risk-control innovations at Heathrow Airport terminals and interdisciplinary work on governance capabilities in infrastructure projects. Her recent publications explore megaproject delivery dynamics and the role of calculative infrastructures in organizational learning. She remains active in professional communities, including the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants and the Cuckmere Community Solar Company board.

• Innovation Management
• Science and Technology Policy
• Corporate Technology Strategy
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Andrew James is a Professor of Innovation Management & Policy at The University of Manchester, affiliated with the Manchester Institute of Innovation Research (MIoIR) and the IMP Innovation, Strategy and Sustainability department within Alliance Manchester Business School. His research focuses on corporate technology strategy, innovation management, science and technology policy, digitalization/AI adoption challenges, supply chain resilience, and defense/security sector dynamics. His work has been supported by UK Research and Innovation (ESRC/EPSRC) and international organizations. Teaching includes innovation management on undergraduate, MBA, and executive education programs. He directs the MSc in Innovation Management & Entrepreneurship and coordinates courses on technology strategy and consultancy projects. His executive education offerings cover innovation, AI, and intellectual property management. Key research themes include geopolitics of supply chains, UK-China tech collaborations, defense procurement innovation, and behavioral factors in digital transformation. Recent work addresses research security policies and lawtech adoption in legal professions. He has led impactful projects including EU research security analysis and law society-commissioned tech adoption studies. Supervision focuses on qualitative and mixed-methods approaches in innovation-related topics, with a strong emphasis on doctoral candidate preparedness and research alignment. Andrew James collaborates with industry sectors ranging from pharmaceuticals to defense, contributing to both academic journals (Research Policy, R&D Management) and policy-oriented reports. His work contributes to UN SDGs through innovation systems strengthening and sustainable technology development.

• Project Leadership
• Infrastructure Project Management
• Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA)
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Lara Mottee is a Postdoctoral Researcher at The University of Sydney’s John Grill Institute for Project Leadership within the School of Project Management. She holds dual PhD qualifications from RUG and Macquarie University, alongside advanced degrees in environmental management and planning. Her work focuses on enhancing project leadership practices in infrastructure megaprojects, embedding social value in urban development, and improving environmental and social impact assessment (ESIA) frameworks. She has advised both private and public sectors on sustainable infrastructure projects in transport, water, and energy sectors. Research interests include project leadership innovation, social equity in infrastructure planning, and integrating environmental sustainability metrics into project management. Current projects involve mapping megaproject ecologies in Greater Sydney to identify governance innovations and knowledge-sharing mechanisms. She is an active member of the International Association of Impact Assessment and contributes to policy discussions through submissions like the Future Earth Early Career Researcher Working Group. Educations: PhD (RUG), PhD (Macquarie University), MRes, MEM, BSc(Comm) Hons (UNSW) Affiliations: Sydney Environment Institute, Exemplar Global (Associate Environmental Auditor) Grants: 2024 Ignition Grant for Expanding Capabilities in New Energy Technologies Her awards include the University Medal and Jim Rose Prize from Macquarie University for academic excellence. She actively collaborates with global scholars through platforms like Google Scholar and LinkedIn, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to urban sustainability challenges.

Linda ThomasView profile

Professor

• Megaproject Failure
• Interdisciplinary Studies in Higher Education
• Construction Management
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Linda Thomas is a Professor in the Department of Integrated Science and Technology (ISAT) at James Madison University (JMU). She currently serves as Dean of The Graduate School at JMU since 2021. Previously, she held leadership roles such as Academic Unit Head of the School of Integrated Sciences (2018–2021), Department Chair of Civil, Environmental & Ocean Engineering at Stevens Institute of Technology (2017–2018), and Director of Construction Engineering programs at Stevens (2014–2016). Her academic journey includes roles at Georgia Institute of Technology, where she was an Associate Professor (2006–2010) and Assistant Professor (2000–2006). Dr. Thomas holds a Ph.D. in Architecture and Building Construction from Georgia Tech, a J.D. from the University of Miami, and M.S. and B.S. degrees in Civil Engineering from the University of Florida. Her scholarly interests focus on megaproject failure analysis and interdisciplinary approaches in higher education. Her research explores project management challenges, legal aspects of construction, and urbanization impacts, often bridging engineering, law, and policy. Recent work emphasizes collaboration theory in managing unexpected events and strategic responses to cyclical markets. Earlier studies addressed facility management, mold litigation, and transportation infrastructure. Dr. Thomas has been recognized with numerous awards, including Stevens Institute’s 'Faculty of the Year' and the Carol A. Kueker Visionary Award. She served on editorial boards and contributed to landmark publications like the Routledge Companion for Architecture Design and Practice . Her career spans academia, military service (U.S. Navy, 1984–1989), and legal practice, reflecting her interdisciplinary expertise.