Samer Skaik

Dr. Samer Skaik is a Senior Lecturer in Project Management at Central Queensland University's Melbourne campus since 2017. He holds a PhD from Deakin University and PMP certification from the Project Management Institute.

• Education: BSc Civil Engineering, MSc Construction Project Management (Distinction), PhD (Deakin University), Graduate Certificate in Tertiary Education (CQU)
• Professional: Certified Adjudicator, Certified Arbiter, Project Management Professional (PMP)

His research focuses on:

• Optimizing statutory adjudication in construction projects
• Improving group-based assessments in higher education
• Combating academic dishonesty through technology

Recent research trends show:

• 33% of publications focus on adjudication process improvement
• 40% address educational innovation in project management
• 27% examine construction payment disputes

Scientific recognition includes:

• 5x Brooking Prize Commendations (2016-2023)
• Walt Lipke Award for project governance (2021)
• Student Voice Awards at CQU (2017, 2020)

Currently supervising 4 research candidates in topics including:

• Statutory adjudication accessibility
• Group assessment skill development
• Building regulatory systems
• Design liability in high-rises

Industry engagement includes:

• Ad-hoc construction consultancy services
• Contributions to Australian legislative reforms
• Participation in international conferences (UK, India, UAE)