Mr. SIMEON, Dele Roger
Personal Statement
I am an early-career academic and advocate for sustainable construction, dedicated to promoting safer and more resilient built environments through teaching and research. My work centers on the development of innovative building materials and safety in construction, particularly in harsh or challenging environments, while also exploring smart technologies and sustainable materials. With a strong commitment to enhancing construction practices in urban areas, I aim to integrate innovative solutions with core management principles. My goal is to contribute to the transformation of Nigeria’s construction sector through practical, research-driven, and interdisciplinary approaches.
Education / Training
| institution | degree | completion date | field of study |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Lagos | BSc (2nd Class Upper Division) | 29/11/2006 | Building |
| University of Lagos | MSc | 01/09/2009 | Construction Management |
| University of Lagos | PhD | 21/12/2017 | Building |
Positions, Scientific Appointments and Honours
- Journal Reviewer (Construction Research Journal)
- Course Adviser, 500L Students
Selected Most recent Publications/Contributions to knowledge
- Faremi, O. J., Lukman, D. A., & Simeon, D. R. (2026). Evaluating the Mean Time Between Failure (MTBF) of Critical Building Systems in Students’ Hostel Buildings Within Lagos Metropolis. ITEGAM-JETIA, 12(57), 348-355.
- Simeon, D. R., Ige, K., Akinkunmi, O., Achi, F., & Charles-Obi, O. (2025). Eco-friendly Recycled Concrete Aggregate (RCA) and its Potential Use in Construction Projects. Indonesian Journal of Social and Environmental Issues (IJSEI), 6(3), 334-346.
. R. Simeon - Simeon, D. R., Achi, F. O., Akinkunmi, O. A., Adenuga, O. E., Aminu, R. A., & Owoyemi, K. P. (2025). Pathways for Navigating Prevalent Construction Risk Types in Nigerian Building Projects. LASU Journal of Environmental Sciences, 1(1), 421-466.
- Simeon, D. R. (2024). Emerging Trends in the Adoption of Innovative Technologies by Building Firms in Lagos Metropolis. Journal Of Project Management Practice (JPMP), 4(2), 53-76.
- Simeon, D. R., Oladiran, O. J., Otufowora, O., & David, G. (2024). Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT) and the potential for adoption in construction projects. Journal of Construction Engineering, Management and Innovation, 7(2), 93-111. https://doi.org/10.31462/jcemi.2024.02093111
Collaborations/ Networks
- Dr. Ibukun Awolusi, Tennessee State University, USA
- Dr. Iruka Anugwo, Durban University, South Africa
