Summary:
This fully funded PhD position aims to address the urgent challenges faced by the construction sector due to rapid energy and digital transitions. It focuses on developing actionable circular construction solutions and investigating how construction professionals adapt their practices to improve sustainability within the built environment.
PhD Position on Circular Construction Management & Engineering Futures, University of Twente, Netherlands
Designation:
PhD Candidate
Research Area:
Circular Construction Management & Engineering Futures
Location:
University of Twente, Netherlands
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Master’s degree in Construction Management & Engineering, Civil Engineering & Management, Architecture, Business Administration, Organizational Studies, or a related field.
- Affinity with qualitative research methods (case studies, ethnography).
- Strong analytical and communication skills.
- Comfortable collaborating with various organizations in the Dutch construction industry.
- Proficiency in English; Dutch preferred or willingness to learn.
Scholarship Details
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Position Duration | 4 years, with a qualifier in the first year |
| Salary | €3,059 (first year) to €3,881 (fourth year) |
| Working Hours | 38 hours/week |
| Holiday Allowance | 8% of the gross annual salary |
| End-of-Year Bonus | 8.3% |
| Leave Hours | Minimum of 232 hours (additional 96 extra hours) |
| Access to Sports Facilities | Yes |
| Training Programme | Part of the Twente Graduate School |
Job Description:
As a PhD candidate, you will:
- Investigate the adaptation of construction practices under changing environmental conditions.
- Analyze the role of digital tools and sustainability targets in the construction lifecycle, from design to demolition and reuse.
- Conduct in-depth case studies through ethnographic observations, interviews, and document analyses.
- Develop digital solutions and recommendations to support the adoption of material reuse and sustainability in construction.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit their application through the ‘Apply now’ button available on the university’s website. The application must include a CV, a motivation letter, and/or a list of publications.
Last Date for Apply:
June 8, 2026
For more information, candidates can contact Dr. Marc van den Berg at m.c.vandenberg@utwente.nl.
