Dr. Ahsan Waqar, PhD, is an Associate Professor/Senior Lecturer with expertise in construction management, construction engineering, and emerging digital technologies. He holds a PhD in Construction Management and has extensive experience in teaching, research, and international academic collaboration. His research focuses on artificial intelligence, explainable artificial intelligence (XAI), digital twins, Building Information Modeling (BIM), cyber resilience, smart infrastructure, sustainable construction, and intelligent project management. He has authored numerous publications in high-impact international journals and actively contributes to interdisciplinary research that integrates advanced digital technologies with the built environment. His research aims to develop trustworthy, explainable, and data-driven solutions that enhance the resilience, sustainability, and performance of construction projects and critical infrastructure. He serves as a reviewer and guest editor for several international journals and is committed to advancing innovative and impactful research in construction and infrastructure management.