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About Us
We are pioneering groundbreaking techniques, datasets, and AI applications to revolutionize the integration of artificial intelligence in construction processes and management. By harnessing a cross-disciplinary perspective, we integrate the latest breakthroughs from AI research, civil engineering, computational modeling, and data analytics to develop state-of-the-art solutions for construction automation and optimization.
We are situated at the Department of Civil Engineering, Chulalongkorn University in Bangkok, Thailand.
People
People
Vachara has served his assistant professor in the Civil Engineering Department at Chulalongkorn University, Thailand. He earned his Ph.D. from the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT) University in Australia. His research interests include advanced construction innovations such as 3D point cloud, mixed reality, and metaverse building information modeling (BIM). Additionally, he is working on construction automation, IoT, robotics, smart construction, artificial intelligence, and machine learning for construction project improvement in safety and quality management. Furthermore, he also conducts research in the area of organizational learning and knowledge management aspects.
Noppadon Jokkaw is an associate professor with a profound focus on integrating innovative techniques into construction and infrastructure sectors. He has significantly contributed to pivotal studies exploring the impact of human resource management and knowledge management on non-financial organizational performance, especially within Thai infrastructure construction firms. Notably, his work on real-time fire evacuation systems, utilizing the fusion of Building Information Modeling and Augmented Reality, is a testament to his dedication to harnessing cutting-edge technologies for improved safety and efficiency. Based at the prominent lab, his contributions to the field are evident through his published articles in reputed journals.
Tanit Tongthong is an accomplished leader currently of Pre-Built PCL as its Managing Director. His academic foundation includes a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from the University of Maryland, a Master's degree from the University of Missouri, USA., and B.Eng from Chulalongkorn University. With a distinguished career encompassing roles such as Chairman of the Audit Committee and Independent Director, he has exhibited astute corporate governance. Formerly, he served as the Head of the Department of Civil Engineering and Vice President of Chulalongkorn University, showcasing his adeptness in academic and administrative leadership. He's versatile expertise remains instrumental in both corporate, research, and educational spheres.
Manop Kaewmoracharoen, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
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Manop is an Assistant Professor in the Civil Engineering Department at Chulalongkorn University. He received his PhD in Construction Engineering and Management from Iowa State University in 2009. His research interests include information design and artificial intelligence in construction engineering projects, including building information modeling (BIM), construction digital twin, genetic algorithm, real-time data sensing, virtual reality, extended reality, and other emerging technologies.
Moe Ekapob S.
Designer
Moe graduated from the Architectural Association, AA School of Architecture in London with AADipl and ARB/RIBA 2 (UK Architects Registration Board / Royal Institute of British Architects) and MA in Architectural Lighting and Design Management from Wismar University, Germany. He has worked in San Francisco (sea.design), Amsterdam (IBA - Information Based Architecture), London (ARUP in AGU - Advanced Geometry Unit) and New York (SOM - Skidmore, Owings & Merrill in Digital Design Group and Urban Design & Planning Group). Moe is also teaching at INDA - International Program in Design and Architecture, Faculty of Architecture, Chulalongkorn University in Bangkok. Moe was an editor for a book "New Design: School in Thailand" (Li-zenn Publishing, 2017). He also gave a lecture and workshop about school design at EDUtech Asia 2018 in Singapore. In 2021, he joined a panel discussion at the AIA San Francisco on The Equitable Practice: Creating Pathways through City College of San Francisco (CCSF).
Duyen M.N. Pham
Ph.D. Candidate
Duyen is a Ph.D. candidate in Construction Engineering and Management within the Civil Engineering Department at Chulalongkorn University. Her primary research focuses on adopting conversational AI systems in the construction project management field, particularly emphasizing the effective management of subcontractors' defect correction.
Nay Lin Htet
Ph.D. Candidate
Nay Lin Htet is currently pursuing a Master's degree in Construction Engineering and Management at Chulalongkorn University. He attained his Bachelor's degree in Civil and Infrastructure Engineering BSc (Hons) from Asian Institute of Technology, Thailand. Presently, his academic pursuits center around the exploration of artificial intelligence within the realm of construction engineering and management, encompassing areas such as natural language processing (NLP), deep learning algorithms, and the integration of virtual and augmented realities (AR/VR).
Thin Myat
Ph.D. Candidate
Thin Myat is currently pursuing a master's degree in Construction Engineering and Management at Chulalongkorn University. His research focuses on artificial intelligence applications in the railway industry, particularly deep learning algorithms and geographic information systems.
Khommathat Buranasujja
Graduate student
Khommathat is currently studying under the Master's Degree program in the Construction Management Department at Chulalongkorn University. I have received a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Exeter, United Kingdom, in 2020. Additionally, I possess three years of work experience at Italian-Thai Development PLC, where I was involved in various tasks such as bidding for construction projects and creating technical drawings. My Master's Degree research focuses on the utilization of geographic information, portable sensors, and the Internet of Things (IoT) to enhance the dust monitoring methodology and improve communication between the construction project and relevant stakeholders.
Nattanon Khunwisetkul
Graduate student
Nattanon is a master's degree student in the Civil Engineering Department at Chulalongkorn University. His research involves utilizing AI to identify construction productivity from construction site videos, encompassing object tracking, object detection, and image segmentation AI algorithms.
Paphop Rattanaphan
Graduate student
Paphop Rattanaphan is a graduate student in Construction Engineering and Management within the Civil Engineering Department at Chulalongkorn University. He earned his Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering and Technology from King Mongkut's University of Technology North Bangkok, Thailand. His research focuses on the application of AI and Computer Vision in construction engineering and management.
Recent Publications
Recent Publications
Lin Htet, N., Peansupap, V., & Kaewmoracharoen, M. (2025). Influence of material attribute context and document layout variability on large language model performance in construction material specification. International Journal of Construction Management, 1–21. https://doi.org/10.1080/15623599.2025.2566404
Nguyen VN, Peansupap V, & Tongthong T (2025), "Complexity measurement framework for change orders in construction projects: case study of Vietnam". Journal of Engineering, Design and Technology, Vol. ahead-of-print No. ahead-of-print. https://doi.org/10.1108/JEDT-09-2024-0571
Kaewmoracharoen, M., Aruninta, A., Jongvivatsakul, P., & Parinyarux, P. (2025). Bridging policy and practice: Understanding civil engineers’ adoption of biophilic development in Thailand using the Theory of Planned Behavior and explainable AI. Smart and Sustainable Built Environment. Advance online publication. https://doi.org/10.1108/SASBE-03-2025-0135
Stitmannaithum, B., Hussain, Q., Chintanapakdee, C., Kaewmoracharoen, M., Pheinsusom, P., Kumpoopong, R., Homcheun, P., & Jirawattanasomkul, T. (2025). Use of prestressed rubber strips for cracking prevention of reinforced concrete bridge piers due to chloride attack. Case Studies in Construction Materials, 25, e05270. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cscm.2025.e05270
Pomphuek, S., Suwan, T., Hansapinyo, C., Kamdee, S., & Kaewmoracharoen, M. (2025). Microstructure and Engineering Properties of New and Aged Bamboo as a Construction Material: The Effects of Borax/Boric Solution Treatment. Key Engineering Materials, 1019 (111-116). https://doi.org/10.4028/p-rR9jkx
Pham Van B, Peansupap V. (2024), "Confirmatory analysis on factors influencing the material management effectiveness in construction projects". Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, Vol. 31 No. 6 pp. 2536–2562, https://doi.org/10.1108/ECAM-09-2021-0811
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