Lerato Aghimien

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Lerato Aghimien is an emerging construction management researcher whose work sits at the critical intersection of emerging technologies, workforce development, and occupational health and safety in the built environment. Specialising in the adoption and implications of robotics, automation, and digital technologies within the construction industry, Aghimien has made notable contributions to understanding how the Fourth Industrial Revolution is reshaping construction practices and project delivery. Among their most impactful work, a 2022 study employing PLS-SEM methodology to assess impediments to robotics and automation deployment for construction health and safety has garnered 34 citations, underscoring its significance to both academics and industry practitioners grappling with workplace hazard reduction. This research highlights how automated systems can perform high-risk tasks, potentially protecting construction workers from dangerous conditions. Their 2024 contribution on construction workforce management in the Fourth Industrial Revolution further demonstrates a sustained commitment to examining how digital technologies influence human capital in construction settings. Aghimien's research is particularly valuable for students and professionals seeking to understand the human and organisational dimensions of technological transformation in construction, bridging the gap between innovation adoption and practical workforce implications in an evolving industry landscape.