Eilif Hjelseth

Eilif Hjelseth is a Professor at the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), with a focus on Building Information Modeling (BIM), Digital Twins, and Construction Technology. His work spans digital transformation in the AECO industry, automated compliance checking, and sustainable construction practices.

• Role: Professor, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering
• University: Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU)
• Research: BIM, Digital Twins, Construction Automation, Sustainable Development, Semantic Modeling
• Outreach: Authored multiple textbooks and reports on VDC implementation and BIM standards

His recent publications emphasize digital twin frameworks, semantic data integration, and automation in construction, particularly through cross-validation, knowledge graphs, and circular economy applications. While specific educational details or grants aren't mentioned, his work demonstrates extensive collaboration with researchers across Norway and Europe on digitalization challenges.

Key trends in his 2024–2025 articles include cross-domain BIM integration, deep learning for component classification, and standardization of digital product passports. Earlier works (2012–2020) established foundational concepts in BIM model checking, lifecycle costing, and regulatory digitization.