Regular biography
Dr Rashid Maqbool is a Lecturer in the Department of Civil Engineering and Management at The University of Manchester. His research interests include construction project management, sustainable built environments, and renewable energy projects. Dr Maqbool brings an international academic background, having held appointments at institutions such as Tsinghua University, the Chinese Academy of Sciences, and the Norwegian University of Science and Technology. He supervises PhD students and contributes to doctoral assessment. His work has been published in journals such as Sustainable Development and Project Management Journal, and he has received recognition as part of Stanford University’s Global Top 2% Scientists. Dr Maqbool also engages in academic leadership roles, including serving on editorial boards and conference committees.
Scholar-generated biography
Dr Rashid Maqbool is an Assistant Professor in Construction Project Management at the University of Manchester, specializing in Construction Project Management, Sustainable Built Environment, and Renewable Energy Projects. His research explores the factors influencing project success, particularly in renewable energy initiatives, and the role of leadership, stakeholder satisfaction, and sustainable practices in construction. He has examined the socio-economic impacts of infrastructure projects and the integration of emerging technologies like IoT in construction. His work also addresses the challenges of oil price volatility and its effects on energy markets, as well as the adoption of green building certifications such as LEED and BREEAM.