Assist Prof Dr. Piotr Sobierajewicz | Urbanism Award | Best Researcher Award 

Assist Prof Dr. Piotr Sobierajewicz, University of Zielona Gora, Poland

Piotr Sobierajewicz is an accomplished architect and engineer with a robust academic and professional background in civil engineering and architecture. He began his educational journey at the Construction Technical School in Poznań, graduating as a construction technician in 1978. He then pursued a Master of Science in Engineering at Poznań University of Technology, specializing in building and engineering structures, earning his degree in 1984. His academic achievements continued with a PhD in Technical Sciences, awarded in 2001, focusing on “Construction and Environment.” Sobierajewicz further enhanced his credentials by completing postgraduate studies in Spatial Planning and obtaining a diploma in architecture.

Professional Profile:

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Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award:

Overview: Piotr Sobierajewicz has an extensive career spanning civil engineering, architecture, spatial planning, and sustainable urban development. His expertise is reflected in his academic achievements, contributions to architectural design, and long-standing affiliations with respected organizations. His research aligns with sustainable development goals, making significant contributions through academic publications and professional projects in construction, environmental planning, and urban sustainability.

Education:

1. Construction Technical School (Poznań, 1973–1978)
   • Title: Construction Technician
2. Poznań University of Technology
   • Master’s Studies (1979–1984):
     • Faculty: Civil Engineering
     • Specialization: Building and Engineering Structures
     • Degree: Master of Science in Engineering
3. Poznań University of Technology
   • Doctoral Studies (1997–2001):
     • Program: Construction and Environment
     • Degree: PhD in Technical Sciences
4. Poznań University of Technology
   • Engineering Studies (2003–2007):
     • Faculty: Architecture
     • Degree: Engineer Architect
5. Poznań University of Technology
   • Postgraduate Studies (2006–2007):
     • Program: International Postgraduate Studies in Spatial Planning (MSPPP)
     • Certificate: Diploma of Completion

Work Experience:

1. 1984–1987:
   • Kombinat Budowlany Leszno – Facility Manager on housing estate construction sites in Kościan and Wschowa (multi-family buildings, schools, gyms, etc.)
   • Local Design Services Team in Kościan – Assistant to architects and structural designers (projects included residential buildings, modernization, and adaptation of historic buildings)
2. 1987–1991:
   • Technical Documentation Workshop in Leszno / Agricultural Production Cooperative Spławie – Assistant architect, designer, and supervision inspector
   • SIMAR, Leszno – Architectural designer, working on:
     • Reconstruction and modernization of Rydzyna Castle complex
     • Health Centers in Wijewo and Krzycko
     • Emergency building at WSZ Leszno
     • Production halls and housing estates (Pawłowice, Poniec, Rawicz)
3. 1990–1992:
   • Voivodeship Office, Leszno – Senior Provincial Inspector in the Department of Spatial Planning and Management
4. 1992–1994:
   • Germany – Assistant to designers at STAHLBAUTECHNIK NECKAR v. KRUPP (Altbach near Stuttgart)
5. 1994–2020:
   • Production and Design Company “KONBUD” / COGO-ARCH Leszno – Owner, architectural and structural designer, supervision inspector, and construction manager
6. 2008–2010:
   • International Postgraduate Studies in Spatial Planning, Poznań University of Technology – Academic teacher (contract for services)
   • Chairman of the Architecture and Urban Planning Committee in Góra (contract for services)
7. 2009–2016:
   • University of Zielona Góra – Assistant Professor in the Department of Architecture and Urban Planning at the Faculty of Civil and Environmental Engineering
8. 2016–Present:
   • University of Zielona Góra – Assistant Professor at the Institute of Architecture and Urban Planning within the Faculty of Civil Engineering, Architecture, and Environmental Engineering