Dr. Rotimi Joseph, Senior Lecturer, University of Brighton, United Kingdom.
Dr. Rotimi Joseph PhD, MSc, BTech (Hons), FRICS, MCIOB, FHEA is a Chartered Quantity Surveyor with over two decades of experience in the construction industry across local and international platforms. He is the Principal Partner at Kemrot Associates Limited and a Senior Lecturer at the University of Brighton, where he spearheads curriculum development in Quantity Surveying. His academic journey blends seamlessly with industry expertise, particularly in flood risk management and cost benefit analysis. Dr. Joseph is widely recognized for his scholarly work and industry collaborations, contributing significantly to both academic literature and professional practice within construction cost management.
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🎓 Education Background
Dr. Rotimi Joseph’s academic foundation began with a BTech (Hons) in Quantity Surveying from the Federal University of Technology, Minna, Nigeria in 2000. He furthered his specialization with an MSc in Construction Project Management from the University of Wolverhampton in 2003. His academic pursuit culminated in a PhD in Construction and Property Management from the University of the West of England, Bristol in 2014. His research extensively explored cost-benefit analysis of property-level flood risk adaptation in England. This strong academic base supports his teaching and research roles, combining theory and real-world application for the next generation of quantity surveyors.
🏗️ Professional Experience
Dr. Joseph boasts over 20 years of extensive professional experience, balancing consultancy and academia. As Principal Partner at Kemrot Associates Limited (since 2017), he leads cost management for insurance-based flood reinstatement. He has also served as a Senior Lecturer at the University of Brighton since 2019, responsible for course development in Quantity Surveying. Prior roles include Senior Quantity Surveyor at Cunningham Lindsey (2008–2017), Cost Manager at Turner & Townsend, and roles in measurement and project quantity surveying. His early industry involvement and later academic roles display his ability to bridge knowledge between research and real-world application in construction.
🏅 Awards and Honors
Dr. Rotimi Joseph holds several prestigious professional recognitions, including Fellowship of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (FRICS) and the Chartered Institute of Building (MCIOB). He is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA), showcasing his excellence in teaching. His research contributions have earned him roles as a reviewer for top-tier built environment journals and membership in the scientific committee of the Future of Education Conference. These honors reflect his leadership within both academic and professional circles, reinforcing his commitment to advancing knowledge and practice in construction cost management and flood resilience.
🔬 Research Focus
Dr. Joseph is a research-active academic with recognized expertise in construction cost management, particularly related to flood risk and resilience. His work explores property-level flood risk adaptation, cost-benefit analysis, and resilience-based design strategies. He has led and co-investigated various projects funded by DEFRA, Flood Re, and RICS Research Trust, providing vital industry insights. His development of the Build-Back Better template and advisory roles in insurance surveying further reflect his commitment to actionable research. His multidisciplinary approach bridges industry needs and academic rigor, influencing both policy and practical frameworks for flood resilience and recovery.
🔚 Conclusion
In summary, Dr. Rotimi Joseph is a well-rounded scholar-practitioner whose work integrates technical expertise, research excellence, and academic leadership. With significant roles in consultancy, lecturing, and funded research, he is shaping the future of construction cost management and flood resilience. His professional recognition and continuous contributions to the field place him at the forefront of innovation in property adaptation strategies. Through education, research, and practice, Dr. Joseph exemplifies dedication to improving the built environment and nurturing resilient communities in the face of environmental challenges.
📚 Publication Top Notes
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Assessing property flood resilience for commercial buildings: some recommendations – 2023, Property Research Trust
🔎 Cited by: 8 articles
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Covid-19 Pandemic: Investigating the psychological impact of remote teaching on teachers / lecturers – 2022, Future of Education Conference Proceedings
🔎 Cited by: 3 articles
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An approach for semi-automated data quality assurance within BIM models – 2022, Journal of Engineering Management in Production and Services
🔎 Cited by: 10 articles
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Improving the flood resilience of commercial buildings through property flood resilience (PFR) measures – 2020, FRIAR Conference Proceedings
🔎 Cited by: 5 articles
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Evidence review for property Flood Resilience Phase 2 report – 2018, Flood Re/University of the West of England
🔎 Cited by: 12 articles
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Improving the uptake of low cost resilience at the individual property level – 2016, International Journal of Safety and Security Engineering
🔎 Cited by: 18 articles