Zulfikar Adamu

Zulfikar Adamu is an Associate Professor of Strategic IT in Construction at London South Bank University (LSBU), affiliated with the Construction, Property and Surveying Digital x Data Research Centre. He served as Associate Head of the Construction, Property, and Surveying (CPS) Division from February 2020 to February 2021. His expertise spans Building Information Modelling (BIM), Construction Data Analytics, Blockchain development, Smart Buildings, IoT integration, and Serious Game development using VR/AR for the construction sector. He holds advanced programming skills in languages like Python and Unity3d, and is certified as a Unity Game Developer. Professional affiliations include the British Computer Society (BCS), the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), and memberships with the Chartered Association of Building Engineers (FCABE) and the Higher Education Academy (FHEA).

Education:

• PhD in Civil and Building Engineering (2009–2013)
• MS in Architectural Engineering (2002–2006)
• MTech in Architecture (1999–2000)
• BTech in Architecture (1993–1998)

Research Focus: Dr. Adamu’s work emphasizes digital transformation in construction, including BIM adoption challenges in SMEs, sustainable practices, and pandemic-era urban health studies. His recent projects include the AIRBODS initiative on airborne infection resilience and a GIS-based approach to energy retrofitting. He has authored/co-authored over 20 peer-reviewed articles, exploring topics like deconstruction planning frameworks, client-related delays in Saudi construction, and the efficacy of VR in safety training.

Awards & Recognition:

• Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA)
• Chartered Building Engineer (FCABE)

Teaching & Supervision: Instructs courses such as BIM and Collaborative Working (MSc), and has supervised 3 postgraduate research projects. His teaching integrates cutting-edge technologies like Node-Red and MongoDB, reflecting his hands-on approach to digital tools in construction education.

Labs & Collaborations: Leads research within LSBU’s CPS Research Centre and collaborates on interdisciplinary initiatives like the Health and Care Infrastructure Research and Innovation Centre. His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in education, sustainable cities, and responsible consumption.