Our research
Operationalising Human-Centric Digital Transformation: A Practical Implementation Framework for Sustainable Innovation in New Zealand Construction
Readiness and Transition to Smart Construction Technologies
This research investigates the readiness and transition towards Smart Construction Technologies (SCTs) in the construction industries of New Zealand and Vietnam.
Sustainable Practices and Organisation Performance: A Study of Organisational Drivers within Construction Firms
Sustainable practices within organisations have been the focus of numerous studies in recent years.
A Unified Framework of Rainfall-Induced Landslide Risk Mitigation for Road Infrastructure in New Zealand
New Zealand’s transport network is increasingly vulnerable to rainfall-induced landslides due to its steep terrain, active tectonics, and intensifying rainfall linked to climate change.
Silica Exposure in Construction: Historical Evolution, Current Challenges, and Future Regulatory Directions
Silicosis has been recognised as an occupational hazard for centuries, with historical accounts dating back to Roman times.
The link between Human-Centric Change Management and Behavioural Dynamics for Construction Industry
This project outlines a pioneering research initiative designed to develop a human-centric change management model specifically tailored for the construction industry.
Advancing Circular Economy in Construction: Exploring Technology Adoption
The construction industry is at a pivotal moment in its evolution towards more sustainable practices, with the adoption of the circular economy model – a promising pathway to environmental sustainability and resource efficiency.
The commitment of construction organisations to workers' mental well-being: A content analysis
The construction industry is known for its physically demanding work and high safety risks. However, the mental health and wellbeing of the workforce in this industry are equally important but often neglected.
Analysis of the Resilience and Coping Strategies among Construction Female Employees
The construction industry is traditionally male-dominated, and promoting diversity and inclusion in the workforce is vital.
Classification of Auckland soil types
Detailed spatial soil property information is vital for sustainable land use management. Application of soil property data spans fields as diverse as civil/structural engineering, agriculture, climate system studies, environmental monitoring and land use policy and decision-making.
Streamlining Offsite Construction Regulations and Paperwork in New Zealand
The research addresses the complex challenges of regulatory framework and paperwork requirements for offsite construction projects in New Zealand.
Human Factor in Interrelated Construction Projects: Modelling Decision- Making and Collaboration through a Serious Game Platform
An investigation of the relationship between managerial decisions and complex construction operations.