Hakeem Owolabi

Hakeem Owolabi serves as an Associate Professor in Project Analytics and Digital Enterprise within the Faculty of Business and Law at the University of the West of England (UWE Bristol). With over 13 years of industry and research experience, he holds memberships with professional associations including APM (Association for Project Management) and IPMA (International Project Management Association).

Owolabi's research combines project analytics with digital innovation, leveraging technologies like Big Data Analytics, AI, Machine Learning, Blockchain, and IoT. His expertise spans: Project Analytics/Strategic Project Management, International Project Finance (PFI/PPP), Technology Management & Ethics in AI, Sustainable Innovation, Net-Zero Solutions, Circular Economy, and Agricultural Technology applications.

Analysis of his publications reveals three primary research streams: (1) Data-driven project management and analytics (8 papers), (2) Sustainable construction and circular economy (4 papers), and (3) AI applications in infrastructure and agriculture (3 papers). His work emphasizes practical applications in construction safety, energy efficiency, and agricultural technology.

Owolabi has collaborated with organizations including Innovate UK, the Department of Business Innovation & Skills, and EPSRC (Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council).