Professor Chandana Jayalath positions himself as a leading researcher with a deep commitment to advancing the fields of Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, and Dispute Resolution, with a strong focus on fostering ethical governance, sustainable practices, and innovative solutions for the construction industry. His academic work is driven by the belief that construction practices can transcend traditional approaches to create a more equitable, sustainable, and ethically governed built environment.
Professor Jayalath’s research integrates a wide range of topics aimed at addressing critical global and local challenges. His work examines the interplay between governance frameworks, sustainable construction, and legal systems while emphasizing inclusivity and transparency within the construction industry.
Over the past three decades, his research has contributed to shaping policies, practices, and innovations in the construction sector, focusing on critical areas such as:
- Forensic Delay Analysis: Investigating the root causes of project delays and their impact on costs and timelines while proposing solutions for dispute resolution.
- Construction Governance and Risk Management: Exploring policy gaps and advocating for improved accountability and governance structures in construction projects.
- Ethical Standards in Quantity Surveying: Examining ethical dilemmas in the construction industry and promoting practices that uphold transparency and fairness.
- Sustainability in Construction: Advancing methodologies that prioritize sustainable practices and reduce the environmental impact of construction.
- Dispute Resolution Frameworks: Developing practical solutions and guidelines for adjudication and mediation in construction disputes, ensuring cost-effective and amicable settlements.
- Vocational Education Reforms: Creating innovative educational strategies to bridge the gap between academia and industry, equipping professionals with the skills necessary for global challenges.
Through his research, Professor Jayalath has provided valuable insights into improving the legal, technical, and social aspects of the construction industry. His contributions have been widely disseminated via international publications, keynote speeches, and professional development sessions, influencing policymakers, academics, and industry leaders worldwide. His ultimate goal is to create an environment where sustainable development, ethical governance, and equitable practices are integrated into the core of construction processes, leaving a lasting impact on the global construction community.