Research Interests
In general terms, Winston’s research interest is in the broad area of Construction Management. Specific areas of interest have been eclectic; ranging from Construction Cost Control through Risk Management to Supply Chain Logistics Management at BSc, MSc and PhD respectively.
Winston’s completed research includes Construction Sustainability, Indigenous Construction Technology, Small, Micro and Medium Enterprise Contractors, Construction Logistics, Risk Management and Health and Safety. Winston was a member of the teams commissioned by the cidb and the MEDS to produce the construction health and safety in South Africa and Western Cape construction industry development strategy reports. Current research interest and work are in SMMEs, Contractor Development, Construction IT and Innovative Technology.
Supervision
Winston has supervised research projects for Honours, Masters and PhD students. He has supervised to successful completion, 20 PhD candidates.