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PH.D. SUPERVISIONS IN PROGRESS: 

NamePeriodResearch Topic
Chung, In Bae2021 – PresentCollaborative Risk Management Practices Across Construction Project Phases
Lee, Sang2022 – PresentA Methodology for Quantitative Analysis of Change Order Impacts in Higher Education Construction Projects

M.S. SUPERVISIONS IN PROGRESS: 

NamePeriodResearch Topic 
Kim, ChaeYoung2023 – PresentDetermine the Effectiveness of Construction Management Plan
Luechakiettisak, Natcha2023 – PresentBenchmarking the Comparison of Public and Private Projects

POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWS SUPERVISION: 

NamePeriodResearch Topic
Song, JongchulMay 2006 – May 2007RFID Localization

RESEARCH ENGINEER/SCIENTIST ASSOCIATE SUPERVISION: 

NamePeriodResearch Topic
Saidi, KamelSep 2004 – Jun 2014Construction Metrology and Automation

PH.D. SUPERVISIONS COMPLETED:

Name Graduation Date Dissertation 
Yin, ZheSpring 2021Project Capital Efficiency
Sharma, Vivek (co-adv. with Mulva)Fall 2017Performance Assessment of Healthcare Projects
Park, Hyeon Yong (co-adv. with Mulva)Fall 2017Impact of Phase Overlapping on Project Performance
Kim, Jung YeolSummer 2015Automated Construction Productivity Measurement
Al-Aubady, Nadia (co-adv. with Mulva)Spring 2015Imperfect Reporting of Safety Incidents
Suk, Sung-Joon  (co-adv. with Mulva)Spring 2012Analysis of Project Management Attributes for the Successful Delivery of Capital Facility Projects
Chi, SeokhoSpring 2010Construction Work Zone Safety Monitoring Using 3D Vision Cameras
Gong, JieFall 2009An Object Recognition, Tracking, and Contextual Reasoning Based Video Interpretation Methodology for Rapid Productivity Analysis of Construction Operations
Le, Tiendung (co-adv. with Gibson)Summer 2009A Methodology for Assessing Scope and Managing Risks during the Project Development Process of Transportation Infrastructure Projects
Chanmeka, Arpamart  (co-adv. with Thomas)Spring 2009Managing Large Energy and Mineral Resources Projects in Challenging Environments
Grau Torrent, David 
Summer 2008Development of a Methodology for Automating the Identification and Localization of Engineered Components and Assessment of its Impact on Construction Craft Productivity
Chou, Chien-ChengSpring 2007Decision Support Model for the Combined Transportation and Utility Construction Strategy
Teizer, Jochen (co-adv. with Haas)Summer 2006Real-Time Spatial Modeling to Detect and Track Resources on Construction Sites
Hwang, Bon Gang  (co-adv. with Thomas)Fall 2006Development of a Performance Measurement System for the Delivery of Pharmaceutical Capital Facility Projects

M.S. SUPERVISIONS COMPLETED: 

NameGraduation DateResearch Topic
Chung, In BaeSpring 2021Applicability of Blockchain Technology in Risk Management
Fitzpatrick, JuanSpring 2021Change Orders
Sakthivel, Sathya Priya Fall 2020Implementing Digital Supply Chains in the Construction Industry
Miranda Garcia, Jose AlbertoFall 2020Schedule Compression Methods in Construction Projects
Yoshida, KenichiSpring 2020Dynamic Demand Prediction Model and Application for Competitive Transportation Market
Ribeiro Neto, NeutonSpring 2020Identification of Strategies to Overcome Barriers for the Implementation of Advanced Work Packaging
Shun, Pey MunFall 2019Statistical Analysis of Potential Factors Causing Change Orders for Transportation Project in Texas
Bletsios, ChristosSummer 2019Integrated Project Delivery
Perez Campos, MartinSpring 2019Front End Planning in Real Estate
Nadanan, GopikaSpring 2019Construction progress Assessment
Silva, Mateus BrisotFall 2018Piping Productivity
Vila, AlfredoSummer 2018Visual Information Management
Xu, YoungSpring 2018Utility Adjustments Cost Estimation
McClelland, CarolineFall 2017Mechanization
Kathuria, Dev SparshFall 2017Utility Adjustments Unit Costs
Gaddy, CameronFall 2017Corporate Productivity Programs
Son,  WonseukSummer 2017Automated Productivity Assessment
Talware, TapanSpring 2017Risk Assessment
Dharod, Aditya Dhiraj    Spring 2017Building Integrated Photovoltaics
Mokhtarzadeh, KatayounFall 2016Multiculturalism in Construction
Kamil, Reisyah AgamFall 2016Project Delays
Bhambotta, AnkurFall 2016Utility Adjustments Tracking
Shounka, ArjunSummer 2016Construction Productivity
Mouannes, ElieSummer 2016Productivity Improvement Technologies
Peng, ChuanchaoSpring 2016Design Coordination
He, YuanyuanSpring 2016Enterprise Resource Planning Systems 
Shetty, HarshaSummer 2015Utility Adjustments 
Gupta, AshishSpring 2015Successful Delivery of Megaprojects
Li, Chen-YuFall 2013Dynamic Traffic Assignment Models
Jagdale, RohitFall 2013Low Income Housing Projects
Elkington, RichardSpring 2013Knowledge Transfer from the Near Retirement Generation to the Next Generation
Sun, Jin HoSpring 2013Implementation of Best Practices
Stock, TylerFall 2012Linking Regional Planning with Project Planning in Support of NEPA
Ghosalkar, MandarSpring 2012Scheduling Utility Adjustments in Transportation Projects
Kincaid, ElizabethFall 2011Condemnation in Transportation Projects
Paes, Thiago (co-adv. With J. Prozzi)Fall 2011Value Extraction Strategies in Transportation
Ghandi, YasheshSpring 2011Benchmarking of Oil and Gas Projects
Dumal, AteethSpring 2011Impact of the Stimulus Package on Jobs
Benzekri, MariaFall 2010 Practices that Improve Productivity
Navarro, LaureSpring 2009Global Procurement and Materials Management
Malisiovas, AndreasFall 2008Productivity Measurement Techniques
Escatel, RaquelFall 2006Cost Estimating Models for Right-of-Way Acquisition
Yohe, Angie (co-adv. with Gibson)Fall 2006An Analysis of Lessons Learned Programs in the Construction Industry
Thole, Michael (co-adv. with Gibson)Fall 2006Advance Planning in Highway Project Development Processes
Chung, EugeneSummer 2006A Synthesis of Best Practices in Right-of-Way Negotiations
Moulvi, Nadeem (co-adv. with Zhang)Summer 2006Development of an Electronic Appraisal System for Right-of-Way Acquisition
Do, Hyung Rok
Spring 2006A Preliminary Impact Analysis of Parcel Characteristics on Condemnation Rates in Right-of-Way Acquisition in Texas
Spears, KemitSpring 2006Benefits and Challenges in Using CBCM Construction Management Software for the United States Navy Seabees
Chi, SeokhoFall 2005A Preliminary Study on Path Planning and Obstacle Avoidance for Construction Equipment Based on Real-Time Spatial Models
Yeh, Shan-PinFall 2005Analysis of Laser Scanning Systems for Construction
Goel, Sachin  (co-adv. with Siegel)Spring 2004Automating the Procedure of Planning the Site Layout of a Construction Project
Torrent, David G. (co-adv. with Haas)Summer 2004Analysis of Automated Data Collection Technologies for Field Materials Management

March 1st, 2021

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Carlos H. Caldas, PhD, PE

Gerard A. Rohlich Regents Professorship in Civil Engineering

Professor of Construction Engineering and Project Management

Department of Civil, Architectural & Environmental Engineering

caldas@mail.utexas.edu

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