UTM
Construction Research Centre
Advancing construction knowledge through research, collaboration, and industry partnerships since 2012.
About CRC
Bridging academia, industry & government in construction research
"Established Since 2012, UTM Construction Research Centre (UTM CRC) serves as a vital hub for collaboration between academia, government, and the construction industry. We offer multidisciplinary expertise in research and consultancy, supported by state of the art laboratory facilities and advanced CAE/CAD computing tools."
Established
Expert fellows
laboratories
What We Do
professional consultation
Expert advisory for construction challenges
workshop & training
Courses and seminars for industry professionals
testing & analysis
Full-scale structural and materials testing
research & development
Multidisciplinary construction research
The People Behind CRC
Qualified academic staff and fellows across civil, material and structural engineering
Director
Assoc. Prof. IR. Dr. Shek Poi Ngian
Email
People.utm.my
sciprofiles.com
Expertise:
- Advancing steel and cold-formed steel
- Structural connections
- Innovative construction materials
- Industrialised building systems (IBS)
- Multi-storey frames
- Load bearing
Deputy Director / Research Fellow
Assoc. Prof. IR. Ts. Dr. Hasanah Abdul Shukor Lim
Email
People.utm.my
Researchgate.net
Expertise:
- Composite materials
- Geopolymer concrete
- Green building materials
- Sustainable construction
- Construction materials
- Concrete technology
Research Fellow
Dr. Shafiq Bin Ishak
Email
People.utm.my
Expertise:
- Cement and concrete
- Low-carbon cement
- Materials characterization
- Energy storage in buildings
Research Fellow
Ts. Dr. Suzila binti Mohd
Expertise:
- Construction management
- Information system
- Building Information Modelling (BIM)
- Disaster management
- Humanitarian Aid Distributian
World-class research infrastructure
Lab 01
Heavy Structures Laboratory
Full-scale testing of structural elements including columns, beams, frames, and trusses. Equipped with multipurpose testing frames capable of tensile, compression, bending, and dynamic loading.
Full-scale structural testing | Materials testing | Dynamic loading
What We're Working On
Sub niche 1 :
Low Carbon Concrete technology
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Low Carbon Material
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Thermal Energy Storage
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Advance Concrete Technology
Sub Niche 2 :
Structural Steelworks
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Storage Racking System
Light Steel Framing
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Steel and Concrete Composite
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Scaffolding and Temporary Structure
Sub Niche 3 : Digital Construction & Management
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Digital Twin
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Building Information Modelling (BIM)
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Life Cycle Cost Analysis
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Green Construction
Sub Niche 4 : Sustainable Construction
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Safety and Risk Management
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Strategic Construction Assessment
A global network of partners
Collaborating with universities, research institutes, government bodies, and industry partners across Malaysia and beyond
Latest From CRC
1 April 2026
Bengkel Penyelarasan dan Semakan Pelan Pelaksanaan serta Penjajaran Penyelidikan 2026-2030
9 February 2026
Bengkel Pelaksanaan dan Penjajaran Penyelidikan 2026-2023
13 & 14 January 2026
Design for Strength & Durable Concrete: How to Achieve – Theory and Practical
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