CBPM 2026

ABOUT CONFERENCE

In the face of accelerating climate change, rapid urbanisation and technological disruption, the construction industry must urgently reposition itself to deliver resilient, sustainable and inclusive built environments. This is especially vital for Africa and other emerging regions, where infrastructure gaps, social vulnerability and economic pressures intersect in increasingly complex ways. By convening researchers, practitioners, policymakers and future leaders, this conference seeks to catalyse innovation, share practical insights and co-create pathways towards resilient, sustainable construction and project management futures worldwide.

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ABSTRACT AUTHOR REQUIREMENT

Authors are invited to submit structured abstracts in English of not more than 200 words for peer review by the Scientific and Technical Committee by not later than 19 January 2026. Each abstract should have an affiliation of all authors and an indication of corresponding author. Note that consideration of full paper will be based on the acceptability of the abstract. Compliance with publish guidelines and scientific contribution.

Compulsory Content

• Purpose

• Design

• Research Limitations and Implications

• Findings

• Practical Implications

• Keywords (at least 4)

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SUB-THEMES OF CONFERENCE

• Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI and Automation in Construction and Project Management

• Digital Twins, BIM and Virtual Construction Technologies

• Robotics, Automation and 3D Printing in Construction

• Innovative Use of Technology and Smart Construction Systems

• Sustainable Materials and Low-Carbon Construction Technologies

• Net-Zero Carbon Strategies and Circular Economy in the Built Environment

• Climate Adaptation and Disaster-Resilient Construction

• Resilient Housing and Affordable Construction Systems

• Sustainable Infrastructure for Emerging Economies

• Infrastructure Development and Smart City Innovation

• Procurement Innovation, PPPs and Transformation

• Cost Estimation, Scheduling and Financial Management in Construction

• Contract Management, Claims and Dispute Resolution

• Construction Health, Safety and Predictive Risk Modelling

• Mental Health, Wellbeing and Safety Culture in Construction

• Construction Business Practice, Strategy and Leadership

• Labour Market Challenges, Skills Development and Workforce Transformation

• SME Development and Entrepreneurial Growth in Construction

• Construction Education and Pedagogical Innovation

• Women in Construction and Gender-Inclusive Industry Transformation

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REGISTRATION FEE FOR NO MORE THAN TWO PAPERS

​(One registration covers only two papers. Anything above two papers has an additional cost of 50%)

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REGISTRATION FEE FOR CO-AUTHORS, DELEGATES, AND NON-AUTHORS

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INITIAL PROGRAMME OVERVIEW 

📅 Save the Date | 23–25 June 2026

🕣 Time: 08:30 – 17:00

📍 Location: UCT Graduate School of Business, Cape Town, South Africa

🎓 Host Institutions:

🔹 University of Cape Town

🔹 Durban University of Technology

🔹 Greenwich University

🔹 Tshwane University of Technology

 

💼 23rd June 2026: A workshop focusing on knowledge generation and capacity building, with a special emphasis on the implementation and implications of sustainable construction and innovation in the built environment.

 

🎤 24 - 25th June 2026: Keynote addresses and invited speakers. Engaging planetary sessions centered around the conference theme and sub-themes, providing a platform for in-depth discussions and idea exchange.​​​​​​