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Dr Niluka Domingo BSc(Hons), Ph.D. Constr. Mgt.
Senior Lecturer in Quantity Surveying
Doctoral Supervisor School of Built EnvironmentDr. Niluka Domingo is a lecturer at the School of Engineering and Advanced Technology, Massey University, New Zealand. She has been engaged in active research in construction waste minimisation, sustainable construction, building information modeling, and construction management over last eight years. She has published widely in international refereed journals and conferences and served as a consultant in several organisations. Niluka is an Associate Member of the New Zealand Institute of Quantity Surveyors (NZIQS) and a member of Institute of Quantity Surveyors Sri Lanka (IQSSL).
Niluka has been engaged in several research projects including;
1. COWAM (Centre for Innovative Construction Waste Management), as a research assistant. It is a project within the framework of the EU ASIA Post-Tsunami Programme with the aim to implement the pilot recycling plant of construction and demolition waste.
2. HaCIRIC (Health and Care Infrastructure Research and Innovation Centre) as a PhD researcher. It is a collaboration between existing research centers at Imperial College London and the Universities of Loughborough, Reading and Salford funded by EPSRC (Engineering and Physical sciences Research Council).
Professional
Contact details
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Ph: Ph: +64 9 414 0800 etx 43547
Location: 3.30, Quad A, Level 3
Campus: Albany
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science (Honours) - University of Moratuwa (2007)
- Ph.D in Construction Management - Loughborough University (2011)
Research Expertise
Research Interests
- Construction waste minimisation
- Sustainable construction
- Construction project management
- Construction productivity and performance improvement
- Construction cost estimates
- Construction economics
- Off site manufacturing
- Disaster Management
Thematics
21st Century Citizenship, Resource Development and Management, Design – for Commerce, Community and Culture, Health and Well-being
Area of Expertise
Field of research codes
Building (120200):
Building Construction Management and Project Planning (120201):
Built Environment And Design (120000):
Built Environment and Design not elsewhere classified (129999):
Design Innovation (120302):
Design Practice and Management (120300):
Engineering (090000):
Other Built Environment and Design (129900):
Quantity Surveying (120203)
Keywords
- Construction waste minimisation
- Sustainable construction
- Construction project management
- Construction productivity and performance improvement
- Construction cost estimates
- Construction economics
- Off site manufacturing
- Disaster Management
Research Projects
Summary of Research Projects
| Position | Current | Completed |
|---|---|---|
| Principal Investigator / First Named Investigator / Science Leader | 1 | 0 |
| Project Leader | 1 | 5 |
| Team Member | 1 | 0 |
Completed Projects
Project Title: Building Capability to help the Construction Industry Transition to Zero Carbon
The global climate has already changed as a result of greenhouse gas emissions from human activities. Although there is uncertainty about the exact speed and level of change, careful future planning is essential to mitigate projected effects and minimise future emissions. This research programme has embarked on a training and development programme for upskilling industry that supports the next generation of building professionals with training, knowledge, and skills on reducing greenhouse gas emissions and mitigating the effects of climate change.
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Date Range: 2021 - 2022
Funding Body: BRANZ Ltd
Project Team:
- Dr Niluka Domingo - Project Leader
- Prof Suzanne Wilkinson - Team Member
Project Title: Development of construction waste prediction tool for residential projects
NZ government is committed to zero waste policy which has significant impacts on how
construction waste is managed. Construction waste quantification is a critical step in
managing and minimising waste generation. Early anticipation of waste quantities will
provide better opportunities to manage and minimise waste. Massey University research
team developed a regression model to predict construction waste generation based on
design features in detached residential building projects. The existing model is capable of
predicting waste in timber-framed residential buildings based on design parameters such
as the number of stories, floor area and external perimeter of walls. The purpose of this project is to develop the existing model
further using more waste data from construction companies and develop an online tool
suitable for industry use to design out waste through waste modelling and predictions.
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Date Range: 2021 - 2022
Funding Body: Auckland Council
Project Team:
- Dr Niluka Domingo - Project Leader
Research Outputs
Journal
Atapattu, CN., Domingo, N., & Sutrisna, M. (2024). A conceptual cost estimation model for the pre-design stage of road projects using multiple regression analysis. Journal of Financial Management of Property and Construction.
[Journal article]Authored by: Atapattu, C., Domingo, N., Sutrisna, M.
[Journal article]Authored by: Atapattu, C., Domingo, N., Sutrisna, M.
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Domingo, N., Edirisinghe, HM., Kahandawa, R., & Wedawatta, G. (2024). Generalised Linear Modelling for Construction Waste Estimation in Residential Projects: Case Study in New Zealand. Sustainability (Switzerland). 16(5)
[Journal article]Authored by: Domingo, N., Kahandawa Appuhamillage, R.
[Journal article]Authored by: Domingo, N., Kahandawa Appuhamillage, R.
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Kahandawa, R., Domingo, N., Chawynski, G., & Uma, SR. (2024). Methods to Include the Impact of Factors in Postearthquake Cost Estimations for Earthquake Damage Repair Work. Natural Hazards Review. 25(1)
[Journal article]Authored by: Domingo, N., Kahandawa Appuhamillage, R.
[Journal article]Authored by: Domingo, N., Kahandawa Appuhamillage, R.
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Le, A., Rodrigo, N., Domingo, N., & Senaratne, S. (2023). Policy Mapping for Net-Zero-Carbon Buildings: Insights from Leading Countries. Buildings. 13(11)
[Journal article]Authored by: Domingo, N., Le, T.
[Journal article]Authored by: Domingo, N., Le, T.
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Atapattu, CN., Domingo, N., & Sutrisna, M. (2023). A bibliometric review of the statistical modelling techniques for cost estimation of infrastructure projects. Smart and Sustainable Built Environment.
[Journal article]Authored by: Atapattu, C., Domingo, N., Sutrisna, M.
[Journal article]Authored by: Atapattu, C., Domingo, N., Sutrisna, M.
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Book
Domingo, N. (2011). Project: Reducing construction waste in healthcare facilities:A project lifecycle approach. In ADF. Price, & S. Shikder (Eds.) Design and Decision Making to Improve Healthcare Infrastructure. (pp. 34 - 35). Loughborough University: Loughborough University
[Chapter]Authored by: Domingo, N.
[Chapter]Authored by: Domingo, N.
Thesis
Atapattu, C. (2024). A conceptual cost estimation model for the pre-design stage of road projects in New Zealand. (Doctoral Thesis)
[Doctoral Thesis]Authored by: Atapattu, C.Edited by: Domingo, N.
[Doctoral Thesis]Authored by: Atapattu, C.Edited by: Domingo, N.
Shahzad, WM. (2016). Comparative analysis of the productivity levels achieved through the use of panelised prefabrication technology with those of traditional building system. (Doctoral Thesis, Massey University, New Zealand) Shahzad, WM. (2016). Comparative analysis of the productivity levels achieved through the use of panelised prefabrication technology with those of traditional building system. (Doctoral Thesis)
[Doctoral Thesis]Authored by: Shahzad, W.Edited by: Domingo, N.
[Doctoral Thesis]Authored by: Shahzad, W.Edited by: Domingo, N.
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Domingo, DDAND. (2011). Reducing construction waste in healthcare projects: A project lifecycle approach. (Doctoral Thesis, Loughborough University, United Kondgom)
[Doctoral Thesis]Authored by: Domingo, N.
[Doctoral Thesis]Authored by: Domingo, N.
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Conference
Chen, J., Domingo, N., & Rotimi, JOB. (2023). Practices and shortfalls in accurate public housing project cost estimate in New Zealand: An exploratory study. AUBEA 2023 Conference. : The 46th Australasian Universities Built Environment Association AUBEA International Conference
[Conference Paper in Published Proceedings]Authored by: Domingo, N., Rotimi, J.
[Conference Paper in Published Proceedings]Authored by: Domingo, N., Rotimi, J.
Silva, PM., Domingo, N., & Ali, NANA.Current knowledge on construction dispute management in New Zealand. AIP Conference Proceedings. 2881
(1)0094-243X.
[Conference]Authored by: Ameer Ali, N., Domingo, N.
[Conference]Authored by: Ameer Ali, N., Domingo, N.
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Tong, N., Domingo, N., & Hoai Le, AT.CONSTRUCTION WASTE ESTIMATION METHODS: A SYSTEMATIC LITERATURE REVIEW. World Construction Symposium. (pp. 420 - 431). 2362-0935.
[Conference]Authored by: Domingo, N.
[Conference]Authored by: Domingo, N.
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Jayasinghe, I., Domingo, N., Thi Hoai, AL., & Sutrisna, M.A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW OF VERTICAL CONSTRUCTION PROJECT CHARACTERISTICS. World Construction Symposium. (pp. 37 - 46). 2362-0935.
[Conference]Authored by: Domingo, N., Sutrisna, M.
[Conference]Authored by: Domingo, N., Sutrisna, M.
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Silva, PM., Domingo, N., & Ameer Ali, NAN.QUANTITATIVE ANALYSIS OF CONSTRUCTION-RELATED LEGAL CASES IN NEW ZEALAND. World Construction Symposium. (pp. 900 - 908). 2362-0935.
[Conference]Authored by: Domingo, N.
[Conference]Authored by: Domingo, N.
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Other
Domingo, N.Study of Demolition Waste management in Sri Lankan Construction Industry.
[Other]Authored by: Domingo, N.
[Other]Authored by: Domingo, N.
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Domingo, N. (2008, July). Reducing construction waste in healthcare facilities: A project lifecycle strategy. In HACIRIC PHD RESEARCH SEMINAR.
[Oral Presentation]Authored by: Domingo, N.
[Oral Presentation]Authored by: Domingo, N.
Report
He, P., Shahzad, W., Wilkinson, S., & Domingo, N.(2022). Zero-carbon tenders for public sector projects. (Report No. 192). Wellington, New Zealand
[Technical Report]Authored by: Domingo, N., Shahzad, W., Wilkinson, S.
[Technical Report]Authored by: Domingo, N., Shahzad, W., Wilkinson, S.
Consultancy and Languages
Consultancy
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September 2005- January 2008
- ChinaGeo Engineering Corporation
Quantity Surveyor -
December 2004- April 2005
- International construction Consortium Ltd
Quantity Surveyor -
June 2004- October 2004
- Ceywater Consultants (Pvt) Ltd
Quantity Surveyor
Teaching and Supervision
Teaching Statement
218.213- Measuring systems 1
218.214- Measuring systems 11
218.340- Construction research project
218.311- Construction contract and finance administration
218. 780- Quantity surveying practice
218.781- Construction financial administration
Summary of Doctoral Supervision
| Position | Current | Completed |
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| Main Supervisor | 6 | 4 |
| Co-supervisor | 2 | 3 |
Current Doctoral Supervision
Main Supervisor of:
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Dennis Chandrasekara
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Doctor of Philosophy
Construction company insolvencies- Cause and effect relationship -
Navoda Ranasinghe
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Doctor of Philosophy
Transition towards a resource efficient circular economy in construction projects in New Zealand - Construction and demolition waste management perspective -
Emma Tong
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Doctor of Philosophy
A decision support tool for Designing out Waste (DoW) of residential projects in New Zealand -
Iresha Jayasinghe
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Doctor of Philosophy
Develop a framework to select the best collaborative procurement method for vertical sector projects in New Zealand. -
Malaka Silva
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Doctor of Philosophy
Dispute Avoidance in New Zealand Construction Projects during Pre-Contract Stage - view more...
Co-supervisor of:
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Sateesh Kumar Pisini
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Doctor of Philosophy
A Comprehensive Circular Framework for Achieving Net Zero Design in Flexible Pavements and High-Rise Buildings through Life Cycle Assessment and Evaluation of Embodied Carbon. -
Alireza Shamloo
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Doctor of Philosophy
Developing a model for post-disaster housing in Iran based on recent construction technologies
Completed Doctoral Supervision
Main Supervisor of:
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2024
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Chinthaka Atapattu
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Doctor of Philosophy
A conceptual cost estimation model for pre-design stage of road projects in New Zealand -
2023
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Nishadi Sooriyamudalige
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Doctor of Philosophy
SUPPLY CHAIN INTEGRATION IN PREFABRICATED RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION IN NEW ZEALAND -
2022
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Ravindu Kahandawa Appuhamillage
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Doctor of Philosophy
Cost Estimation Model for Earthquake Damage Repair in New Zealand -
2021
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An Le
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Doctor of Philosophy
Property and maintenance management framework for New Zealand's state schools
Co-supervisor of:
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2023
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Thi Phuong Thao Bui
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Doctor of Philosophy
TOWARDS ZERO CARBON REFURBISHMENT OF EXISTING BUILDINGS IN AOTEAROA NEW ZEALAND: A DECISION SUPPORT FRAMEWORK -
2018
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Linlin Zhao
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Doctor of Philosophy
Building development cost drivers in the New Zealand construction industry: a multilevel analysis of the causal relationships -
2016
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Wajiha Mohsin Shahzad
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Doctor of Philosophy
Comparative analysis of the productivity levels achieved through the use of panelised prefabrication technology with those of traditional building system