Kerry London

Professor Kerry London is Deputy Vice-Chancellor Research at Torrens University Australia, overseeing research and innovation strategy. She holds a PhD in Construction Supply Chain Procurement Modelling and has led transformative initiatives across academia and industry. Her career includes roles at the University of South Australia, RMIT University, and Deakin University, where she became Australia’s first female Chair in Construction Management. She is a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Building and NSW Royal Society of Science, and chairs the Sustainable Infrastructure Institute of Australia.

Education:

• PhD in Construction Supply Chain Procurement Modelling, University of Melbourne (2005)
• Master of Building Research, University of Newcastle (1997)
• Bachelor of Architecture, University of Newcastle (1987)
• Bachelor of Science (Architecture), University of Newcastle (1985)

Research Focus: Professor London specializes in supply chain theory, sustainable urban development, technology adoption in construction (e.g., BIM, robotics), and mental health in construction workforces. She has supervised 17 PhD students and authored over 200 peer-reviewed publications. Grants & Projects: Awarded 25 externally funded grants, including Discovery and Linkage projects. Current initiatives include the Reducing Alcohol Consumption and Australian Rental Monitor projects. She leads research on BIM for safety management and off-site manufacturing innovations. Awards & Recognition:

• Fellow, Chartered Institute of Building
• Board Chair, Sustainable Infrastructure Institute
• ARC College of Experts HCA Panel Representative

Labs & Teams: Active in the Centre for Healthy Sustainable Development (CHSD) and collaborates internationally on ISO standards and housing resilience frameworks. Her work aligns with UN SDGs for sustainable cities and quality education.