Assoc Prof Dr. Alberto Pavan | Digital knowledge Management | Excellence in Research

Assoc Prof Dr. Alberto Pavan | Digital knowledge management | Excellence in Research

Assoc Prof Dr. Alberto Pavan, Politecnico di Milano, Italy

Alberto Pavan is an esteemed architect and academic based in Milan, Italy, born on June 22, 1967. He currently holds the position of Associate Professor of Construction Management and Project Management at the School of Architecture, Urban Planning, and Construction Engineering (AIUC) at Politecnico di Milano since 2021. Prior to this role, Alberto served as an Assistant Professor specializing in Construction Management, Project Management, and Architectural Design Studio for Complex Constructions in BIM Environment at AIUC from 2018 to 2020. His academic journey includes significant contributions as a Research Fellow in Project Management at Politecnico di Milano from 2013 to 2017, and earlier as a Lecturer covering various disciplines from 2001 to 2012.

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🎓Education:

Alberto Pavan’s academic journey includes a Ph.D. in Building Systems and Processes from Politecnico di Milano in 2007, where he delved into advanced research in construction technologies and processes. Prior to this, he completed a Master’s Degree in Architecture at Politecnico di Milano, honing his skills in architectural design and urban planning. Alberto further enriched his academic profile with a second-level Master’s Degree titled “Polis Maker for the Management of the Transformation of Urban Settlements,” a collaborative program involving Politecnico di Milano, UniversitĂ  degli Studi di Milano Bicocca, UniversitĂ  Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, UniversitĂ  Carlo Cattaneo LIUC, and International University of Monaco IUM. This specialized program equipped him with comprehensive expertise in managing urban transformations and enhancing the quality of urban life through strategic interventions and sustainable practices.

🏢Work Experience:

Alberto Pavan’s extensive academic career spans several pivotal roles at Politecnico di Milano. Currently serving as an Associate Professor of Construction Management and Project Management at the School of Architecture, Urban Planning, and Construction Engineering (AIUC) since 2021, Alberto previously held the position of Assistant Professor from 2018 to 2020. During this period, he specialized in Construction Management, Project Management, and Architectural Design Studio for Complex Constructions in BIM Environment, contributing significantly to advancing innovative construction practices.Prior to his tenure-track roles, Alberto served as a Research Fellow in Project Management at Politecnico di Milano from 2013 to 2017, where he engaged in cutting-edge research initiatives. His academic journey began as a Lecturer at Politecnico di Milano in 2001, where he taught and conducted research across various disciplines including Project Management, Economic Evaluation of Plans and Projects, Management of Real Estate Assets, and Economics and Appraisal in Construction until 2012. These roles underscore Alberto’s profound dedication to education, research, and innovation in the field of architecture and construction management

🏆Awards and Projects:

Alberto Pavan has played a pivotal role in advancing digital platforms and sustainable construction practices through his leadership in numerous prestigious projects and standards development initiatives. As Principal Investigator, he spearheaded the €1,000,000 H2020 project “DigiPLACE” since 2019, aimed at creating a Digital Platform for Construction in Europe. He also led as Principal Investigator for the €16,320,703 Industry 2015 grant project “INNOVance,” focused on establishing a Digital Italian platform for the construction sector. Alberto’s expertise extends to projects like “BIM4EEB,” “BIMRel,” and “GREEN BIM,” where he served as Research Group Leader, fostering innovation in BIM-based renovation, construction products, and green building modeling.His leadership further extends to standards development, notably as President of the Subcommittee UNI/CT 033/SC02 on BIM and digital management of construction information processes, and as an expert contributing to ISO and CEN committees defining collaborative working and information delivery specifications in Building Information Modeling (BIM). Alberto Pavan’s contributions underscore his commitment to advancing digitalization and sustainability within the construction industry, shaping its future through innovative research and leadership

Publication Top Notes:

  • Title: Impact of Industry 4.0 in Architecture and Cultural Heritage
    • Publication Year: 2020
  • Title: Supporting Facility Management Processes through End-Users’ Integration and Coordinated BIM-GIS Technologies
    • Publication Year: 2018
  • Title: Investment Grade Energy Audit: A Financial Tool for the Cost-effective Renovation of Residential Buildings
    • Publication Year: 2015
  • Title: Methodological Framework to Improve PPP Projects
    • Publication Year: 2015