13 years as a project manager for new build and restoration projects and using project management software for planning and the support of production management on major buildings to co-ordinate different specialist contractors and design consultants. Research into the development of tender price indices using computer based multiple regression analysis and attained a masters research degree. Research interest moved to the introduction of the construction products directive and the need to standardise the design and compliance of design, factory production quality and site installation to quality, environmental and safety requirements. Won European research and technology transfer monies to set up a database and to support SME designers, manufacturers and public bodies seeking to meet new standards. Author of book on health and safety and project management. Current research into business ethics in the construction industry building on wider work looking particularly at the area of trust and collaboration and connecting this with the drive for more partnership and negotiated procurement methods in the industry and the necessity to build up closer business relationships with the client and the project teams.
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