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Dr Barry Gledson is an Associate Professor of Construction Project Management at Northumbria University's Architecture and Built Environment Department. He has over a decade of industry experience in project management roles across the UK and Washington DC, managing projects worth £6M–£45M in sectors like residential, commercial, and healthcare facilities. His research focuses on digital innovations (e.g., 4D BIM), sustainable construction practices, and organizational learning from project experiences.
Education:
- PhD in Innovation Diffusion Within the UK Construction Sector (Northumbria University, 2017)
- BSc (Hons) in Construction Management (1998)
- Additional qualifications: PGCert in Education, NVQ Level 4 in Construction Management, and a Certificate in Statistics
Research Interests: Digital transformation in construction, BIM adoption, project planning efficiency, and sustainability. His work aligns with UN SDGs related to sustainable infrastructure and education.
Professional Affiliations:
- Chartered Construction Manager (MCIOB)
- Full Member of the Association for Project Management (MAPM)
- Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA)
- BIM Academic Forum (BAF) member
Awards & Recognitions:
- Best Paper Contribution to the Built Environment (2015)
- BIM Award (2016)
- Build London Live 2012 'Best Multi-disciplinary BIM' (2012)
- Build Qatar Live 2012 'Overall Winner' (2012)
Grants & Projects: Led the Innovate UK-funded 'Digital Design Management' project (2019–2021), developing collaborative tools for construction productivity.
Labs/Teams: Actively contributes to Northumbria University's research groups focusing on construction innovation and digital transformation initiatives.
