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Webinar

CEng communications task group: innovative technologies in construction

Event organised by ICE

Date
04 September 2024
Time
18:00 - 19:00 MYT (GMT+8)
Location
Online

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Overview

The session will focus on the adoption of innovative technologies in construction and the role of the engineer in an evolving industry. The advantages and pitfalls of recent developments in construction technology will be reviewed, to gain lessons in how to handle these innovations and the responsibilities of engineers in engaging with the rapid changes in technology.

After the presentation, participants will discuss the evolution of the role of the engineer and the implications for skills and capabilities needed in tomorrow's construction teams. 

It is to be hosted by the professional development team of the ICE Malaysia Graduate Network. The format of this session will consist of 5 minutes of introductory session to the ICE Malaysia Graduate Network and the event objectives, which is then followed by a 20-minute technical lecture from the invited speaker.

At the end of the technical lecture, attendees will be split into separate breakout groups for a 25-minute discussion on takeaways from the technical lecture, response formats for the communication task and the target audiences of the communication format.

The session will be concluded after a 10-minute group feedback that is provided by the invited speaker. 

Programme

18:00 - 18:05

Welcome and introduction

18:05 - 18:25

Technical lecture from the invited speaker

18:25 - 18:50

Breakout group discussion

18:50 - 19:00

Group feedback from the invited speaker

Speaker

Ben Harland

Ben Harland

Mott MacDonald

technical director for digital delivery

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Ben Harland

Ben Harland is a Chartered Civil Engineer and a technical director for digital delivery at Mott MacDonald. He currently leads a team of digital experts helping engineers optimise their analysis and design by working smarter with technology and data. He started his career as a tunnel engineer and then a design manager.

His most enjoyable projects have included London's Power Tunnels, High Speed 2, London Underground's Northern Line extension and various other metros worldwide.

He holds a masters degree in engineering sciences from the University of Oxford. 

For more information please contact:

Theban Arumugam