Dr. Bode Ogunmakinde
PhD in Building; MTech in Architecture; BTech (Hons) in Architecture; Grad Cert in Information Technology; Advanced Diploma in Building & Construction Management; Diploma in Architectural Technology; Certificate IV in Training and AssessmentSenior Lecturer - Construction Management-702466
School of Engineering and Technology
Centre for Intelligent Systems, Centre for Regional Economies and Supply Chains
Level 20 - 14
I am a Senior Lecturer in Construction Management and the Discipline Lead for Building Design. With over 13 years of academic experience across Australia, Nigeria, and beyond, my career integrates teaching, research, and industry engagement. Originally trained as an architect, I earned both a Bachelor of Technology (Hons) and a Master of Technology degree in Architecture from the Federal University of Technology, Akure, Nigeria. I later completed a PhD in Building at the University of Newcastle, Australia, where my doctoral research developed a circular economy–based framework for construction waste minimisation.
Over time, my research has evolved into a broader exploration of sustainable construction, the circular economy, construction waste management, disaster resilience, and digital innovation (including BIM and AI applications). What drives my work is a simple question: how can we design and manage the built environment in ways that are not only technically sound but also environmentally and socially responsible?
Research and Contributions
I have published more than 50 scholarly outputs, including a Routledge-edited book, high-impact journal articles, and industry reports, alongside frequent contributions to public discourse through media and opinion pieces. My work has been recognised globally, most recently with the Best Paper Award for W120 at the 2025 CIB World Building Congress and one of the 2024 Most Cited Paper Awards for Resources, Conservation & Recycling.
My research has attracted funding of nearly A$600,000, with projects ranging from material circularity in construction to disaster preparedness for animal evacuation. These projects often cut across disciplines, linking sustainability science, engineering, social sciences, and industry practice.
Internationally, I serve as a guest editor and associate editor for respected journals and as a member of several professional bodies, including the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) and the Australian Institute of Building (AIB).
Collaboration and Impact
My research has been applied in both academic and industry contexts. For example, I co-authored industry guidelines for emergency animal evacuation facilities in New South Wales, and I regularly consult on the integration of circular economy principles into construction practice. I have been invited to speak at global conferences and industry events in Australia, Nigeria, Colombia, and beyond, sharing insights on how construction can become more resilient, resource-efficient, and future-ready.
Collaboration has always been central to my work. I welcome partnerships with academics, industry leaders, and government agencies who are interested in exploring sustainability transitions, digital transformation in construction, and applied circular economy strategies.
Supervision and RHD Opportunities
I have supervised and co-supervised more than a dozen students and am currently guiding RHD candidates working on topics such as sustainable procurement, construction risk management, and circular economy adoption. I particularly enjoy mentoring students who bring interdisciplinary approaches and global perspectives to their projects.
I am keen to work with new RHD students who are passionate about:
- Circular economy in construction and the built environment
- Sustainable construction technologies and practices
- Disaster resilience and risk reduction strategies
- Digital innovations in construction project management and BIM
- Sustainability education and workforce skills development
If you are considering research in these areas or related fields, I encourage you to reach out. I am always open to discussing potential projects and collaboration ideas.
Let’s Collaborate
I am keen to partner with industry stakeholders, government agencies, and academic institutions on projects that drive innovation and sustainability in construction. Whether through joint research, consultancy, or knowledge exchange, I aim to deliver solutions that create measurable impact for communities and businesses.
Universities Studied At
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Building - The University of Newcastle, Callaghan, NSW, Australia
Graduate Certificate in Information Technology - Melbourne Institute of Technology, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
Master of Technology (MTech) in Architecture - The Federal University of Technology Akure, Nigeria
Bachelor of Technology (BTech) Honours in Architecture - The Federal University of Technology Akure, Nigeria
National Diploma in Architectural Technology - The Polytechnic Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria
Universities Worked At
Bond University, Gold Coast, QLD, Australia
The University of Newcastle, Callaghan, NSW, Australia
The Federal University of Technology Akure, Nigeria
Oduduwa University Ipetumodu, Osun State, Nigeria
Awards
Best Paper Award for W120 (Disasters and the Built Environment) Category at the World Building Congress 2025, organised by the CIB, International Council for Research and Innovation in Building and Construction, held at Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana, USA from May 19 -23, 2025.
The 2024 Most Cited Paper Awards for Resources, Conservation & Recycling (RCR). Awarded on 13 February 2025. https://www.sciencedirect.com/journal/resources-conservation-and-recycling/about/news/resources-conservation-recycling-2024-most-cited-paper-awards
Best Paper Award 2022 for Research Paper, Resources, Conservation, and Recycling (RCR) Journal (SJR = Q1; cite score = 24.7; impact factor = 10.9), Elsevier
Winner, Vice Chancellor Award for Early Career Researcher, Bond University, Gold Coast, Australia
Winner, 3 Minute Thesis (3MT), Faculty of Engineering and Built Environment, University of Newcastle, Callaghan, New South Wales, Australia
Winner, Poster Prize Competition Award, Building/Disaster Management Discipline, Faculty of Engineering and Built Environment, University of Newcastle, Callaghan, New South Wales, Australia
Best Graduating Student Award in Architecture, School of Environmental Technology, Federal University of Technology Akure, Ondo State, Nigeria
Best Graduating Student Award in Architecture, Faculty of Environmental Studies, The Polytechnic Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria
Media Citations
- Waste no time in embracing circular economy - https://bond.edu.au/news/waste-no-time-embracing-circular-economy
- Study finds construction industry vital to sustainable development goals. https://www.insideconstruction.com.au/section/research-analysis/study-finds-construction-industry-vital-to-sustainable-development-goals/
- Construction industry urged to embrace circular economy for sustainable development. https://www.ecovoice.com.au/construction-industry-urged-to-embrace-circular-economy-for-sustainable-development/
- Construction industry urged to embrace circular economy. https://greenreview.com.au/construction/construction-industry-urged-to-embrace-circular-economy/
Previous teaching
Course Coordinator – Bond University, Gold Coast, Australia
SSUD11-101 - Understanding Buildings 1; Undergraduate (UG)
SSUD71-101 - Understanding Buildings; Postgraduate (PG)
SSUD12-309 - Building Services; UG
SSUD71-309 - Building Services; PG
SSUD11-103 - Transforming Places; UG
SDCM70-309 - Building Services; PG Architecture
Course Coordinator - University of Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia
ARBE2307 - Economics of the Construction Industry; UG
Teaching Assistant/Tutor - University of Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia
ARBE3304 - Development Economics and Facility Management; UG
ARBE3308 - Building Information Modelling; UG
ARBE1102 - Construction Ecology 1; UG
ARBE1101 - Construction Technology 1; UG
ARBE1105 - Communication in the Built Environment; UG
ARBE4302 - Disaster Management & Resilience in Built Environment; UG
Teaching Contributions - University of Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia
ARBE4121A - Research in the Built Environment A; UG
ARBE4121B - Research in the Built Environment B; UG
ARBE3308 - Building Information Modelling; UG
ARBE1101 - Construction Technology 1; UG
ARBE1102 - Construction Ecology 1; UG
Lecturer - Federal University of Technology Akure, Ondo State, Nigeria
ARC 507 - Environmental Control III (Acoustics & Noise Control); UG
ARC 306 - Village Survey; UG
ARC 103 - Freehand Sketching I; UG
ARC 104 - Freehand Sketching II; UG
ARC 203 - Architectural Graphics; UG
ARC 401 - Architectural Design V; UG
ARC 205 - Building Components and Methods I; UG
Lecturer - Oduduwa University Ipetumodu, Osun State, Nigeria
ARC 102 - Graphic Communication II; UG
ARC 208 - History of Architecture I; UG
URP 103 - Nature of Environmental Science; UG
ARC 105 - Introduction to Architecture; UG
QSV 102 - Construction Measurement; UG
ARC 201 - Architectural Design I; UG
ARC 106 - Art Appreciation I; UG
ARC 101 - Graphic Communication I; UG
QSV 101 - Introduction to Surveying; UG
Professional Experience
Project Architect at RPDT Architects, Lagos, Nigeria
Professional Memberships
Member, International Council for Research and Innovation in Building and Construction (CIB) Working Commission W120 - Disasters and the Built Environment
Member, International Council for Research and Innovation in Building and Construction (CIB) Working Commission W115 – Construction Materials Stewardship
Fellow, International Society for Development and Sustainability
Member, International Council for Research and Innovation in Building and Construction (CIB)
Member, Australian Institute of Building (AIB)
Member, Association for Sustainability in Business Inc., Australia
Affiliate Member, Building Designers Association of Australia (BDAA)
Member, International Network of Traditional Building, Architecture and Urbanism (INTBAU), United Kingdom
Key Achievements
Guest Speaker & Panel Member: Universidad Colegio Mayor de Cundinamarca 21st International Academic Conference held on 24 October 2024. Theme: Innovation in Sustainability for the Construction Sector, a Pathway for Colombia and the Latin American Region. Ogunmakinde, O.E. (2024). Achieving Sustainable Construction in Australia: The Journey So Far.
Guest Speaker: Joint Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) and Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineer (CIBSE) Event, 1 August 2024. Theme: Circular Economy Showcase: Waterfront Place Project. Ogunmakinde, O.E. (2024). How can Research drive Circularity in the Construction Industry?
Guest Speaker: 10th Nigerian Building and Road Research Institute (NBRRI) Conference held between 27 – 28 April 2021. Theme: Circular Economy in the Built Environment for enhanced performance of the Nigeria Construction Industry. Ogunmakinde, O.E. (2021). Construction Strategies and Policies for Inclusive Adoption of Circular Economy in the Nigerian Construction Industry.
Guest Lecturer: Research Writing Boot Camp (Theme: Art and Science of Writing Ethical Research) organized by the Young Quantity Surveyor Foundation of the Nigerian Institute of Quantity Surveyors on 23 May 2022. Ogunmakinde, O.E. (2022). Developing Effective Theoretical and Conceptual Framework.
Computer Software
AUTODESK Revit Architecture
IBM SPSS Statistics
NVIVO
Industry Reports
Egbelakin, T., Ogunmakinde, O. E. & Henderson, R. (2022). Facility Condition Assessment of Potential Animal Safe Places in Hunter Region, Final Report. NSW Local Land Services and the University of Newcastle. Newcastle, Australia, ISBN: 978-0-7259-0207-0.
Editor
Guest Editor, Special Issue of MDPI Building (Q1, IF = 3.1): Harnessing AI for Circular and Socially Sustainable Construction Planning and Management. https://www.mdpi.com/journal/buildings/special_issues/QVLHO2EOK2
Associate Editor, Applications of Circular Economy Journal. Applications Publishers (https://applicationspublishers.com/index.php/ace)
Book: Innovations, Disruptions and Future Trends in the Global Construction Industry. Routledge: Taylor and Francis.
Special Issue of MDPI Sustainability: Concrete Materials and Technologies for Sustainable and Resilient Construction
Accreditation
I am currently accredited for supervision in the following:
- 4011 Environmental Engineering
- 3302 Building
- 3399 Other Built Environment and Design
Current Capacity
Current Supervision
Building - Building Construction Management and Project Planning
Other Built Environment and Design - Other built environment and design not elsewhere classified
Curriculum and Pedagogy - Science, Technology and Engineering Curriculum and Pedagogy
Environmental Engineering - Waste management, reduction, reuse and recycling
