My teaching philosophy embraces active learning as key in improving the student learning experience. I have taught a variety of courses at both undergraduate and graduate level. Some of the courses taught over my academic career include:
Construction Drawings and Specifications
Construction Estimating
Construction Contracts and Specifications
Construction Scheduling
Risk Management
Project Delivery Methods
RESEARCH
My research expertise is in the area of construction engineering and management, specifically contracting methods, procurement strategies, cost forecasting, risk management, project performance metrics, and social aspects of construction projects. I have been heavily involved with transportation-related research (highways and airports) on the federal and state level. Before starting my academic career, I worked in the industry on mega construction infrastructure projects. I have been serving as a reviewer for multiple reputable journals, national and international conferences. In addition, I have also been serving on national committees and panels for different professional organizations, such as the Transportation Research Board (TRB) and Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA), as well as national NCHRP panels. I am currently a Handling Editor for the Transportation Research Record (TRR) Journal.
