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Part 1
5th February 2026, Thursday
3:00 PM – 4:30 PM Kuala Lumpur Time
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John Lowry LFAIQS, CQS
John founded a quantity surveying practice in 1979. The practice soon acquired a project management / programming arm and practiced in this form for over 20 years under his leadership, refining project cost and time management processes. With an early interest in advocating for the future of consulting, especially as it relates to the uptake of modern technologies and streamlining supply network processes, he led the development of internal software systems since 1985, ultimately patenting a unique business process automation platform for construction and other distributed workforces. He is a past President of the Australian Institute of Quantity Surveyors.
Srinath Perera MAIQS
Professor Perera is the Chair Professor of Built Environment and Construction Management and the Director of Centre for Smart Modern Construction (c4SMC) at Western Sydney University. He is a pioneer in the field of construction informatics and project management. He co-authored a research monograph, “Advances in Construction ICT and e-Business” (2017), “Cost Studies of Buildings” (2015) and “Contractual Procedures in the Construction Industry” (2017) published by Routledge. He is the current President of AUBEA, and Co Editor in Chief of Construction Innovation journal. He has authored over 250 peer reviewed publications, and his current research leads work in the areas of AI, Blockchain and IoT, BIM, Digital Twin, offsite construction, Sustainable Construction and Circular Economy.
Part 2
19th February 2026, Thursday
3:00 PM – 4:30 PM Kuala Lumpur Time
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Jeremy Huynh
Jeremy Huynh is a PhD Student in Construction Management at Curtin University, specialising in the application of Artificial Intelligence and automation to streamline procurement in large-scale construction projects. With industry experience across projects ranging from $4 million to $150 million, Jeremy has observed first-hand the inefficiencies in procurement workflows and is developing an AI-enabled framework to enhance efficiency, decision-making, and lifecycle integration. Jeremy's research bridges academia and industry by advancing procurement as a core AI research domain, while contributing practical solutions to improve productivity, reduce risks, and foster innovation in the built environment.
Ali Alashwal
Dr. Ali Alashwal, PMP, CPPP, FHEA, is a Senior Lecturer in Project Management at Western Sydney University. Ali leads the Sustainability Research Group at the Centre for Smart and Modern Construction (c4SMC). His current research focuses on AI, BIM, and resource management in construction. With over 15 years of experience, Dr. Alashwal has authored nearly 80 publications, supervised 14 Ph.D. candidates, and earned several awards, including the NSW Professional Excellence in Building Award (Research Category). He is committed to advancing sustainable, technology-driven project management education and research.
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