Professor Gao has extensive academic and practical experience in network planning techniques, engineering project management, and urban safety risk management, and has held several key administrative positions at Tongji University, including:

• Director of the Office of Capital Construction, Tongji University
• Director of the Asset Management Office, Tongji University
• Director of the Office of Asset and Laboratory Management, Tongji University
• Party Secretary and Chairman of Tongji Innovation and Entrepreneurship Holding Co., Ltd.

RESEARCH FIELD:

• Network Scheduling Techniques; Construction Project Management; Urban Safety and Risk Management

RESEARCH PROJECTS (Selected):

• Urban resilience assessment and resilience enhancement strategies from the perspective of cascading disasters, National Natural Science Foundation of China, 2022–2025
• Intelligent Risk Assessment of Major Infrastructure in Megacities: A Case Study of Shanghai, Shanghai Emergency Management Bureau, 2023–2025
• Research on Safety Standards for Construction, 2020
• Mechanism for Ensuring Funding for Construction Safety Measures (ZLAQ (2019) AQ-1), 2019
• Risk Control Mechanism for Prefabricated Concrete Structures (ZLAQ (2018) AQ-2), 2018
• Study on Poor Safety Records of Construction Enterprises, 2017/01-2017/12
• Research on the Introduction of Insurance Mechanisms into Urban Transport Systems, 2016/01-2016/12
• Government Procurement of Safety and Quality Supervision Services, 2016/01-2016/12
• Mechanisms for Transportation and Port Insurance, 2015/01-2015/12
• Regulations for Transport and Port Risk Management, 2015/01-2015/12
• Research on Standardized Safety Protection, 2015/01-2015/12
• Safety Management of High-Risk Construction Processes, 2014/01-2014/12
• Information-Based Supervision of Construction Quality and Safety via BIM, 2014/01-2014/12
• Research on Construction Safety Supervision Responsibilities, 2014
• Reform of Construction Safety Supervision Mechanisms, 2012/01-2012/12
• Innovation in Dynamic Supervision of Construction Safety Permits, 2012/01-2012/12
• Feasibility of Safety Permits in Engineering Projects, 2011/01-2011/12
• Safety and Quality Responsibilities of Project Owners, 2012/01-2012/12
• Theories and Models of Large Construction Projects, National Natural Science Foundation, 2001–2004
• Study on Construction Quality Improvement, 2003/01-2003/12
• Study on Construction Accident Insurance in China, 2002/01-2002/12
• Research on International Construction Management Systems, 2000
• Risk Management Plan for Guangzhou Metro Phase I, 1992/01-1992/12
• Project Management Plan for Guangzhou Metro Phase I, 1991
• Project Management Information System for Shanghai Metro, 1990
• Study on China’s Construction Supervision Model, 1990
• General Contracting Theories and Methods, 1989

BOOKS (Selected):

• Engineering Project Management (2nd ed.). Higher Education Press. 2024.5. (Co-author).
• Professional Knowledge and Practice in Architecture and Real Estate Economics (Elementary and Intermediate Levels). China Personnel Press. 2024.6.
• Urban Construction Risk Prevention and Control. Tongji University Press. 2020.6.
• Construction Project Quality and Safety Risk Management. Tongji University Press. 2016.11
• Risk Management and Insurance in Transportation Safety. Tongji University Press. 2016.11
• Engineering Project Management (2nd ed.). China Architecture & Building Press. 2014.6. (Co-author).
• Training Manual on Construction Quality Insurance and Risk Management.
• Safety Knowledge Handbook for Project Managers.
• Comprehensive Guide to Chinese Network Technology: Multi-Stage Scheduling Method (MSM).

PUBLICATIONS (Selected)

• Gong, S., Chen, L., Zhou, Q., Gao, X.*, & Shen, F. (2025). Vulnerability evolution of critical infrastructures: A multidimensional environment-integrated system dynamics analysis. Reliability Engineering & System Safety, 256, 110719. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ress.2024.110719.
• Zhou, Q., Luo, X., Gao, X., Xia, B., Ke, Y., Skitmore, M., & Liu, Y. (2024). Impact of psychological distance on public acceptance of waste-to-energy combustion projects. Environmental Impact Assessment Review, 109, 107631. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.eiar.2024.107631.
• Gong, S., Ye, Y., Gao, X.*, Chen, L., & Wang, T. (2023). Empirical patterns of interdependencies among critical infrastructures in cascading disasters: Evidence from a comprehensive multi-case analysis. International Journal of Disaster Risk Reduction, 95, 103862. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijdrr.2023.103862.
• Gao, X., Ye, Y., Su, W.*, & Chen, L. (2023). Assessing the comprehensive importance of power grid nodes based on DEA. International Journal of Critical Infrastructure Protection, 42, 100614. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijcip.2023.100614.
• Wang, T., Chen, L., Gao, X.*, & Gong, S. (2023). Exploring Cross-Section Risk Governance Mechanisms for Transportation and Energy Infrastructures in China. Buildings, 13(9), 2243. https://doi.org/10.3390/buildings13092243.
• Chen, L.*, Chan, A., Owusu, E., Darko, A., & Gao, X. (2022). Critical success factors for green building promotion: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Building and Environment, 207, 108452. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.buildenv.2021.108452.
• Su, W., Chen, L., & Gao, X*. (2022). Emergency Decision Making: A Literature Review and Future Directions. Sustainability, 14(17), 10925. https://doi.org/10.3390/su141710925.
• Guan, C., Dong, D., Shen, F., Gao, X.*, & Chen, L. (2022). Hierarchical Structure Model of Safety Risk Factors in New Coastal Towns: A Systematic Analysis Using the DEMATEL-ISM-SNA Method. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 19(17), 10496. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph191710496.
• Chen, L., Chan, A., Darko, A.*, & Gao X. (2022). Spatial-temporal investigation of green building promotion efficiency: The case of China. Journal of Cleaner Production, 362, 132299. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jclepro.2022.132299.
• Su, W., Gao, X., Jiang, Y.*, & Li, J. (2021). Developing a Construction Safety Standard System to Enhance Safety Supervision Efficiency in China: A Theoretical Simulation of the Evolutionary Game Process. Sustainability, 13(23), 13364.
  https://doi.org/10.3390/su132313364.
• Jiang, Y., Gao, X.*, Su, W., & Li, J. (2021). Systematic Knowledge Management of Construction Safety Standards Based on Knowledge Graphs: A Case Study in China. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 18(20), 10692. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph182010692.
• Gao, X., Wu, X., & Tian, J. (2015). Structure of nonlinear finite element model of lightweight aggregate concrete share wall and the factors affecting seismic performance. Journal of Jilin University (Engineering and Technology Edition), 45(5), 1428–1435. (in Chinese)
• Gao, X., & Wu, X. (2015). Analysis of a regulatory reward and penalty game model based on modified cumulative prospect theory: A perspective of government supervision. Social Scientist, (3), 74–79. (in Chinese)
• Zhao, H., & Gao, X. (2006). Problems and counter measures in Quality & Safety Risk Management of Construction Projects in China. Fujian Construction Science & Technology, (6), 78–79. (in Chinese)
• Li, M., & Gao, X. (2002). Research on the Development and the Main Items Content of Engineering insurance System in the World. Optimization of Capital Construction, (5), 9–10, 13. (in Chinese)
• Gao, X. (2002). Model and Method of Network Plan System. Systems Engineering-Theory & Practice, (6), 53–60, 120. (in Chinese)
• Jia, G., & Gao, X. (2002). A novel management model for large-scale construction projects: Total project control. Science & Technology Review, (5), 41–44. (in Chinese)
• Gao, X. (1996). Practices and reflections on integrated construction supervision during the implementation phase. Project Management, (6), 20–22. (in Chinese)

TEACHING:

• Project Management for Construction
• P3 Software and Applications
• Construction Safety Management
• Value Engineering
• Project Management for Construction (National-Level Excellent Course in China)

PROJECT MANAGEMENT:

• Tongji University School of Automotive Studies (Jiading Campus)
• Tongji University Marine Science Center (Lingang Base)
• Shanghai Ground Transportation Wind Tunnel Testing Center
• Hefei Donghai Garden
• Supervision of Shanghai Zhongda Plaza
• Relocation Project of Shanghai International Digital Telephone Equipment Co. to Pudong
• Shanghai Securities Tower
• Shanghai Yindu Tower
• Shanghai Commodity Inspection Tower

PROJECT PLANNING AND STRATEGY:

• Contributed to the formulation of the overall project management strategy and risk management & engineering insurance plan for the Guangzhou Metro Phase I Project
• Shenzhen International Convention Center
• Shanghai International Financial Center
• Hainan Oriental Pearl Tourism City
• Haikou 278 Project (two 78-story high-rise buildings)
• Shantou Nan'ao Tourism and Entertainment Resort Center
• Beijing Wangfujing Mall
• Led the development of the General Master Schedule for the Relocation Project of Guangzhou Baiyun Airport
• Led the preparation of the Progress Schedule for the Shanghai Xietai Center Complex (1991–1992)

APPLICATION OF PROJECT MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS (PMIS):

• Shanghai Metro Line 1
• Shanghai Xietai Center Complex
• Yangzi Petrochemical Engineering Company
• Wuxi Power Supply Bureau
• Developed the Information Management Plan for the Sanlian Gasification Chemical Engineering Project in Shanghai

RISK MANAGEMENT AND ENGINEERING INSURANCE:

• Participated in the engineering insurance program for Shanghai Metro Line 1
• Contributed to the risk management and engineering insurance plan for Guangzhou Metro Phase I

• Urban Safety Risk Management book series, Awarded the Outstanding Chinese Publication Award (Books Category)
• Development and Application of Full-Vehicle Aeroacoustic Wind Tunnel for Automobiles, First Prize, Shanghai Science and Technology Award
• Technology Integration and Demonstration for Energy-Efficient Campus Construction, First Prize, Ministry of Education Science and Technology Progress Award
• Research on International Construction Industry Management Systems, Legal Frameworks, and Mechanisms: Reflections and Recommendations for Reforming China’s Construction Management in the 21st Century, Third Prize, Ministry of Construction and Shanghai Science and Technology Progress Award
• Renovation Project of Building D, College of Architecture and Urban Planning, Tongji University, Dual Gold Awards in Architecture and Environmental Design, National Habitat Classic Design Competition (Jointly organized by the Architectural Society of China and the National Habitat Classic Design Competition Committee)
• Renovation Project of the December 9th Building (Tongji Museum), Tongji University, Gold Award in Architecture, National Habitat Classic Design Competition
• Feasibility Study Report for the Tongji University Jiading Campus Sports Center Project, First Prize, Shanghai Excellent Engineering Consulting Achievement Award, Shanghai Engineering Consulting Industry Association
• Subsea Process and Observation Laboratory and Auxiliary Facilities, Tongji University, Third Prize, Shanghai Excellent Engineering Consulting Achievement Award, Shanghai Engineering Consulting Industry Association