Dr. Uchenna Peter Okoye

Dr. Uchenna Peter Okoye is a SENIOR LECTURER in BUILDING Department, Faculty Of Environmental Sciences in Nnamdi Azikiwe University

Dr. Uchenna Peter Okoye

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Building, Faculty Of Environmental Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka.
Faculty/Unit:
FACULTY OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES
Department/Sub-Unit:
BUILDING

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Academic Qualifications

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Relevant/Working Experience

1Head of the Department, Department of Building Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka
January, 2024 to Present
2Senior Lecturer, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
October, 2022 to Present
3Coordinator, Post Graduate Programme, Department of Building, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka
January, 2021 to February, 2024
4Lecturer I, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
October, 2016 to September, 2022
5Post Graduate Examination Officer, Department of Building Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka
May, 2016 to June, 2021
6Lecturer II, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
March, 2012 to October, 2016
7Assistant Lecturer, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
March, 2011 to March, 2012
8Examination Officer, Department of Building Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka
March, 2011 to March, 2013
9Graduate Assistant, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
March, 2009 to March, 2011

Creative Output

Book Chapters
1P.U. Okoye. (2021, April) ECOMUSICOLOGY, MUSIC ACOUSTICS AND BUILDING SUSTAINABILITY PERFORMANCE The Pedagogue: Festschrift In Honour Of Professor Chukwuemeka Eleazar Mbanugo, Chapter eight, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 47-59
Journal Articles
1P. U. Okoye, K. C.Okolie, I. A. Odesola. (2022, March), "Risks of Implementing Sustainable Construction Practices in the Nigerian Building Industry", Construction Economics and Building, Vol. 22, (Issue 1), pp 21-46
2F. N. Okeke, P. U. Okoye, C. O. Obiora, C. B. N. Bert Okonkwor. (2022, May), "The Study of effects of Annual Housing Budget Allocation and Housing Provision in Enugu State of Nigeria", International Journal of Engineering Research and Advanced Technology, Vol. 8, (Issue 5), pp 1-9
3P. U. Okoye, K. C.Okolie, O. P. F. Nzeneri, G. C. Ohazulume. (2022, June), "Payment of Labour Wage for Construction Site Operations with Safety Risk", Management Dynamics in the Knowledge Economy, Vol. 10, (Issue 2), pp 124-141
4F. O. Ezeokoli, C. O. Ehimioboh, P. U. Okoye, C. U. Ekekezie. (2022, October), "Construction stakeholders’ perception on sustainable housing development in Anambra State, Nigeria", European Journal Sustainable Development Research, Vol. 7, (Issue 1), pp em0202
5P. U. Okoye, C. Ngwu, O. P. F. Nzeneri, G. C. Ohazulume. (2021, December), "Estimating The Size of Construction Industry Expenditure for Economic Development and Sustainability in Nigeria: Autoregressive Distributed Lag (ARDL) Approach", Journal of Social and Economic Statistics, Vol. 10, (Issue 1), pp 76-102
6P.U. Okoye, C. Ngwu. (2021, January), "Assessing The Adequacy And Sustainability Performance Of Multi-Family Residential Buildings In Anambra State, Nigeria", Regional Sustainability, Vol. 2, (Issue 1), pp 23-35
7P.U. Okoye. (2021, January), "Driving Public Investments In Construction Sector For Economic Growth In Nigeria: A Synthesis Of Wagnerian And Keynesian Hypotheses", Universal Journal of Management, Vol. 9, (Issue 1), pp 1-12
8P.U. Okoye. (2021, February), "Factors Influencing The Clients’ Commitment To Sustainable Construction Practices", International Journal of Sustainable Development and Planningg,, Vol. 16, (Issue 1), pp 39-48
9Okoye, P.U., Ngwu, C., Ohaedeghasi, C.I.. (2021, March), "The Tripartite Dynamic Relationship Between Poverty, Unemployment And Construction Sector: Empirical Evidence From Nigeria", Management Dynamics in the Knowledge Economy, Vol. 9, (Issue 1), pp 17-38
10Okoye, P.U., Odesola, I.A., Okolie, K.C.. (2021, April), "Barriers To Sustainable Construction Practices (Case Study: The Role Of National Culture)", International Journal of Architecture and Urban Development, Vol. 11, (Issue 2), pp 5-20
11Okoye, P.U., Odesola, I.A., Ogbuagu, O.G., Ngwu, c.. (2021, April), "Factors Influencing Professionals And Contractors’ Resistance Behaviours Towards Sustainable Construction Practices In Nigeria", European Journal of Sustainable Development Research, Vol. 5, (Issue 2), pp em0155
12Okoye, P.U., Odesola, I.A., Okolie, K.C.. (2021, April), "Optimising The Awareness Of Benefits Of Sustainable Construction Practices In Nigeria", Baltic Journal of Real Estate Economics and Construction Management, Vol. 9, (Issue 1), pp 62-77
13Peter Uchenna Okoye, Chukwuemeka Ngwu, Christian Ifeanyi Ohaedeghasi. (2020, April), "Assessment Of Acoustical Performance Of Residential Buildings For Sustainable Liveability And Satisfaction In Awka, Anambra State Nigeria", Asian Journal of environment & ecology, Vol. 12, (Issue 3), pp 25-37
14Peter Uchenna Okoye, Kevin Chuks Okolie, Christian Ifeanyi Ohaedeghasi, Chukwuemeka Ngwu. (2020, December), "Ecomusicology: A Socioecological Dimension Towards Acoustically Sustainable Residential Buildings", Sustinere: Journal of Environment and Sustainability, Vol. 4, (Issue 3), pp 172-188
15Godwin Chukwunonyelum Nworji, Peter Uchenna Okoye, Uche V. Okpala. (2020, April), "Electricity Generation From The Foot Beats Of Dancers At Club Centres In Awka, Anambra State", Advances in Energy and Power, Vol. 7, (Issue 1), pp 1-9
16Godwin Chukwunonyelum Nworji, Peter Uchenna Okoye, Uche V Okpala, Ngozi Agatha Okereke. (2020, April), "Comparative Analysis Of Voltage, Current And Power Produced In A Piezoelectric System From Human Foot Beats", Journal of Energy Research and Reviews, Vol. 4, (Issue 4), pp 10-22
17Peter Uchenna Okoye, Obinna George Ogbuagu, Christian Ifeanyi Ohaedeghasi, Chukwuemeka Ngwu. (2020, August), "Bioclimatic Practices In Modern Residential Building Design And Construction In South-Eastern Nigeria", Journal of Construction Engineering, Management & Innovation, Vol. 3, (Issue 3), pp 158-178
18Okoye, P.U., Ngwu, C. Okolie, K.C., Ohaedeghasi, C.I.. (2020, April), "Severity Of Impact Of Music Acoustics On Sustainability Performance Of Buildings In Anambra State Nigeria", Energy and Environmental Engineering, Vol. 7, (Issue 2), pp 13-26
19Okoye, P.U., Odesola, I.A., Okolie, K.C.. (2020, October), "Evaluating The Importance Of Construction Activities For Sustainable Construction Practices In Building Projects In Nigeria", Journal of Sustainable Construction Materials and Technologies, Vol. 5, (Issue 2), pp 430 - 439
20Okoye, P.U., Odesola, I.A.. (2020, July), "Developing A Conceptual Model For Antecedents Of Resistance To Change Towards Sustainable Construction Practices", International Journal of Sustainable Development & World Policy, Vol. 9, (Issue 1), pp 72-90
21Nworji, G.C., Okpala, U.V., Okereke, N.A., Okoye, P.U.. (2020, December), "Effect Of Time Factor On The Battery Voltage State Of Charge From Foot Beats Piezoelectric System", Asian Journal of Research and Reviews in Physics, Vol. 3, (Issue 4), pp 53-64
22Peter Uchenna Okoye, Chinwendu Christopher Mbakwe, Evelyn Ndifreke Igbo. (2018, March), "Modelling The Construction Sector And Oil Prices Toward The Growth Of Nigerian Economy: An Econometric Approach", Economies, Vol. 6, (Issue 1), pp 1-16
23P.U. Okoye, E.N. Igbo. (2018, May), "The Dynamics Of Oil Prices In The Nigerian Construction And Economic Growth", South Asian Journal of Social Studies and Economics, Vol. 1, (Issue 2), pp 1-19
24P.U. Okoye. (2018, January), "Occupational Health And Safety Risk Level Of Building Construction Trades In Nigeria", Construction Economics and Building, Vol. 18, (Issue 2), pp 92-109
25Peter E. Ogunoh, E.C. Mbanusi, Peter Uchenna Okoye. (2018, September), "Effective Implementation Of Maintenance Models In Building Maintenance Process", Journal of Engineering Research and Reports, Vol. 2, (Issue 2), pp 1-10
26Peter Uchenna Okoye, Kevin Chuks Okolie, Chukwuemeka Ngwu. (2017, January), "Multilevel Safety Intervention Implementation Strategies For Nigeria Construction Industry", Journal of Construction Engineering, Vol. 2017, pp 1-14
27Peter Uchenna Okoye, Kevin Chuks Okolie. (2017, February), "Assessment Of Human Environment Interactions On Health And Safety Behaviours Of Construction Workers", International Journal of Neuroscience and Behavioral Science, Vol. 5, (Issue 2), pp 27-43
28Peter Uchenna Okoye, John Ugochukwu Ezeokonkwo, Chinwendu Christopher Mbakwe. (2017, April), "Survey Of Housing Conditions And Improvement Strategies In Okpoko Peri-Urban Settlement Of Anambra State Nigeria", Architecture Research, Vol. 7, (Issue 4), pp 168-183
29Peter Uchenna Okoye, Chukwuemeka Ngwu, John Ugochukwu Ezeokonkwo. (2017, May), "Prioritising The Basic Services And Infrastructural Needs Of Okpoko Urban Slum Settlement For A Sustainable Upgrading", International Journal of Development and Sustainability, Vol. 6, (Issue 8), pp 810-825
30Peter Uchenna Okoye, John Ugochukwu Ezeokonkwo, Godwin Chukwunonyelum Nworji. (2017, May), "Sustainability Of Renewable Sources Of Energy For Rural Communities In Anambra State", Advances in Energy and Power, Vol. 5, (Issue 4), pp 37-47
31F.O. Ezeokoli, P.U. Okoye, E. Nkeleme. (2016, August), "Factors Affecting The Adaptability Of Building Information Modelling (BIM) For Construction Projects In Anambra State Nigeria", Journal of Scientific Research & Reports, Vol. 11, (Issue 5), pp 1-10
32Peter Uchenna Okoye, Chukwuemeka Ngwu, Fidelis Okechukwu Ezeokoli, Stanley Chukwudi Ugochukwu. (2016, September), "Imperatives Of Economic Fluctuations In The Growth And Performance Of Nigeria Construction Sector", Microeconomics and Macroeconomics, Vol. 4, (Issue 2), pp 46-55
33Peter Uchenna Okoye, Peter Emenike Ogunoh, Chinwendu Christopher Mbakwe. (2016, September), "Comparative Analysis Of Pre And Post Re-basing Economic Performance Of Nigeria Construction Sector For Economic Development", Universal Journal of Computational Mathematics, Vol. 4, (Issue 4), pp 51-60
34Fidelis Okechukwu Ezeokoli, Kevin Chuks Okolie, Peter Uchenna Okoye, Christopher Chidi Belonwu. (2016, November), "Digital Transformation In The Nigeria Construction Industry: The Professionals’ View", World Journal of Computer Application and Technology, Vol. 4, (Issue 3), pp 23-30
35P.U. Okoye, J.U. Ezeokonkwo, F.O. Ezeokoli. (2016, June), "Building Construction Workers’ Health And Safety Knowledge And Compliance On Site", Journal of Safety Engineering, Vol. 5, (Issue 1), pp 17-26
36P.U. Okoye. (2016, June), "Improving The Safety Performance Of Nigeria Construction Workers: A Social Ecological Approach", Universal Journal of Engineering Science, Vol. 4, (Issue 2), pp 22-37
37P.U. Okoye. (2016, July), "Optimising The Capacity Of Nigeria Construction Sector For Socio-economic Sustainability", British Journal of Applied Science & Technology, Vol. 16, (Issue 6), pp 1-16
38Peter Uchenna Okoye, Fidelis Okechukwu Ezeokoli, John Ugochukwu Ezeokonkwo. (2015, August), "Building Development Practice In Flood Prone Area: Case Of Ogbaru Council Area Of Anambra State Nigeria", International Journal of Engineering Research and Applications, Vol. 5, (Issue 8), pp 30-40
39Peter Uchenna Okoye, Chukwuemeka Ngwu, Stanley Chukwudi Ugochukwu. (2015, January), "Methodical Approach Of Determining Labour Constants Models For Building Construction Processes In Nigeria", International Journal of Engineering Research and General Science, Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp 458-464
40C. Ngwu,P.U. Okoye. (2015, April), "A Comparative Analysis Of Standard Labour Outputs Of Selected Building Operations In Nigeria", International Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, Vol. 4, (Issue 4), pp 122-127
41P.U. Okoye, C. Ngwu, F.O. Ezeokoli. (2015, January), "Developing Labour Constants For Building Processes From Work Study In Nigeria.", International Journal of Innovative Research & Development, Vol. 4, (Issue 1), pp 317-323
42A. Ebekozien, S.C. Ugochukwu, P.U. Okoye. (2015, February), "An Analysis Of The Trends Of Foreign Direct Investment Inflows In The Nigerian Construction Sector", American International Journal of Contemporary Research, Vol. 5, (Issue 1), pp 53-69
43Stanley Chukwudi Ugochukwu, Peter Uchenna Okoye, Andrew Ebekozien. (2015, ), "The Challenges Facing Foreign Direct Investment In The Nigerian Construction Sector", International Journal of Engineering, Business and Enterprise Applications, Vol. 13, (Issue 1), pp 6-12
44P.U. Okoye, C. Ngwu, S.C. Ugochukwu. (2015, January), "Evaluation Of Management Challenges Facing Construction Practice In Nigeria", International Journal of Application or Innovation in Engineering & Management, Vol. 4, (Issue 1), pp 19-28
45P.U. Okoye, C. Ngwu. (2015, August), "Application Of Building Production Management Documents In High Rise Building Projects In Anambra State Nigeria", American Journal of Engineering Research, Vol. 4, (Issue 7), pp 210-217
46F.O. Ezeokoli, P.U. Okoye, S.C. Ugochukwu. (2015, August), "The Upshot Of The 2012 Flooding On Structural Components And Fabrics Of Buildings At Ogbaru, Anambra State Nigeria", American Journal of Civil Engineering and Architecture, Vol. 3, (Issue 4), pp 129-136
47S.C. Ugochukwu, F.O. Ezeokoli, P.U. Okoye. (2015, October), "The Correlation Between Prevailing Climatic Conditions And Prices Of Building Materials – A Case Study Of Anambra State, Nigeria", Int. Journal of Applied Sciences and Engineering Research, Vol. 4, (Issue 5), pp 856-870
48P.U. Okoye, Y.W. Aderibigbe. (2014, March), "Comparative Assessment Of Safety Climate Of Casual And Permanent Construction Workers In South-East Nigeria", International Journal of Health and Psychology Research, Vol. 2, (Issue 1), pp 54-66
49P.U. Okoye, K.C. Okolie, Y.W. Aderibigbe. (2014, March), "Correlation Of Casualisation Mechanism And Construction Workers Safety Behaviour", International Journal of Engineering and Innovative Technology, Vol. 3, (Issue 9), pp 135-141
50P.U. Okoye, K.C. Okolie. (2014, March), "Exploratory Study Of The Cost Of Health And Safety Performance Of Building Contractors In South- East Nigeria", British journal of Environmental sciences, Vol. 2, (Issue 1), pp 21-33
51P.U. Okoye, K.C. Okolie. (2013, April), "Social Approach To Sustainable Construction Practices Through Safety Culture", International Journal of Engineering Research and Development, Vol. 6, (Issue 11), pp 76-83
52K.C. Okolie, P.U. Okoye. (2013, March), "Appraising The Influence Of Cultural Determinants Of Construction Workers Safety Perception And Behaviour In Nigeria", International Journal of Engineering and Medical Science Research, Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 11-24
53K.C. Okolie, P.U. Okoye. (2012, May), "Assessment Of National Culture Dimensions And Construction Health And Safety Climate In Nigeria", Science Journal of Environmental Engineering Research, Vol. 2012
Thesis
1P.U. Okoye. (2010, November), "The Influence Of National Culture On Workers Safety Climate In The Nigerian Construction Industry". Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, M. Sc Thesis
Conference Papers
1P.U. Okoye, K.C. Okolie. (2017, November), "Social Ecological Determinants Of Health And Safety Performance Of Nigeria Construction Work Environment", Institute of Safety Professionals of Nigeria 2016 Annual Professional Development Conference/Exhibition/AGM
2G.C. Nworji, P. U. Okoye. (2017, May), "Sustainable Renewable Source Of Energy For Rural Communities In Nigeria", First International conference of Faculty of Physical Science, (FAPSCON 2017), Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University
3P.U. Okoye. (2016, August), "Econometric Analysis Of Post Re-Basing Performance Of Construction Sector In The Nigerian Economic Growth: An Opportunity For Builders", Proceedings of the 46th Builders’ Conference/ Annual General Meeting, pp 10-21

Academic Leadership Qualities

Editorships
1Chief Editor, "Tropical Built Environment Journal" (December, 2023)
Reviewerships
1Reviewer, "Drawing a Path towards Circular Construction: An Approach to Engage Stakeholders" (April, 2022)
2Reviewer, "Organization Synchronization in Response to Complex Project Delays: Network-Based Analysis" (April, 2022)
3Reviewer, "Development and Application of an Integrated Management System for Off-Site Construction Projects" (June, 2022)
4Reviewer, "Improving Project Communications Management Practices in the Construction Sector during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Malaysian Scenario" (August, 2022)
5Reviewer, "Perceived Implications of Non-Compliance with Safety Practices in Construction Projects: Construction Professionals’ Awareness Level" (September, 2021)
6Reviewer, "Knowledge and Safety Practices Related to Exposure to Physical and Chemical Hazards among Welders in Sokoto, Nigeria" (December, 2017)
Examinerships
1Examiner, "M.Sc." (January, 2021). Completed Internal-Internal Exam
Contributions to the University/Society
1Post Graduate Programme Coordinator, "Department of Building, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (January, 2023 to February, 2024)
2Worthy Secretary, "The Order of the Knights of St. Mulumba (KSM) Nigeria, Ifitedunu Subcouncil" (June, 2022)
3Member, "Faculty of Environmental Sciences Curriculum Committee" (April, 2021)
4Member, "Directorate of Research and Innovation, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka, CIRCLE Institutional Strengthening Program (ISP) Team/Implementation Committee" (April, 2021)
5Secretary, "Ukwulu Town Union" (January, 2021 to December, 2022)
6Member, "Quality Assurance Departmental Sub-Committee, Department of Building, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (July, 2021)
7Post Graduate Examination Officer, "Department of Building, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (May, 2016 to March, 2021)
8Examination Officer, "Department of Building, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (March, 2011 to May, 2013)
9Financial Secretary, "Ukwulu Town Union" (April, 2011 to April, 2014)
10Financial Secretary, "Nigerian Institute of Building (NIOB), Anambra State Chapter" (July, 2010 to August, 2014)

Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies

1Full Member, "International Society of Development and Sustainability (ISDS society, Japan)" - M172566 (member since 2017), https://www.isdsnet.com
2Full Member, "Council of Registered Builders of Nigeria (CORBON)" - F. 1212 (member since 2010), https://www.corbon.gov.ng
3Professional Member, "Nigerian Institute of Building (NIOB)" - M0001373 (member since 2009), https://niobnat.org

Relevant Events Attended

Conference
1"Skills Development and Entrepreneurship in the Construction Industry", (Nigerian Institute of Building), 10th August, 2015 to 14th August, 2015; Ibadan, Oyo State