Research Supervision

Professor Chandana Jayalath is a distinguished mentor and academic guide who has supervised numerous research projects across diverse topics in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, and related fields. His supervision reflects his commitment to fostering innovation, critical thinking, and practical applications in academia and industry. Over the years, Professor Jayalath has guided undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral students, enabling them to achieve academic excellence and contribute meaningfully to their fields.

Recognition for Research Supervision

Professor Jayalath’s approach to research supervision is highly regarded for its depth, rigor, and relevance. His ability to connect academic theory with practical industry needs ensures that his mentees produce impactful work that advances both their personal careers and the construction profession at large.

Through his dedication, Professor Jayalath continues to inspire and shape the future leaders of the construction industry.

PhD Supervision:

  • Professor Jayalath has mentored doctoral candidates working on groundbreaking topics such as:
    • Digitalization in Construction: Research on how emerging technologies impact the construction sector and its governance.
    • Sustainable Infrastructure Development: Exploring adaptive reuse of resources and strategies for eco-friendly construction.
    • Dispute Management in Construction Contracts: Investigating innovative methods for dispute prevention and resolution in large-scale projects.

Postgraduate Mentorship:

  • He has supervised MSc and LLM candidates in the following areas:
    • Adaptive Reuse of Construction Projects: A quantitative approach to sustainable development.
    • Risk Management in Construction Projects: Strategies for minimizing project delays and cost overruns.
    • Forensic Delay Analysis: Techniques for assessing and managing delays in construction timelines.
    • Legal and Regulatory Frameworks: Development of models to strengthen contractual governance in construction

Undergraduate Research:

  • As an academic leader, he has supervised numerous undergraduate research projects, many of which focus on real-world problems in the construction industry. These include:
    • The application of Bloom’s Taxonomy to assess higher-order cognitive skills in Quantity Surveying education.
    • Studies on academic space utilization to improve infrastructure planning in educational institutions.

  1. Mentorship in Professional Development:

    • As a counselor for the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), Professor Jayalath provides guidance to candidates undergoing the Assessment of Professional Competence (APC).
    • He supports professionals pursuing certifications such as RICS accreditation, ensuring they meet the highest industry standards.

  • Innovation and Impact:

    • Professor Jayalath encourages interdisciplinary approaches to research, integrating concepts from construction governance, sustainability, vocational education, and technical innovations.
    • His research supervision has produced graduates who have gone on to lead in the construction industry, academia, and policy-making, contributing to global advancements in the field.

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