David R. Gutierrez

David R. Gutierrez is an Assistant Professor of Engineering at the University of Virginia’s First Year Engineering Center. His work focuses on harmonizing engineering practices with socio-technical systems, emphasizing how engineers' cognition and behavior impact project outcomes and sustainability. Before academia, he worked in construction design, managed environmental planning projects, and co-founded a company integrating building-design disciplines. He holds a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering (University of Virginia, 2024), an MBA (Universidad Industrial de Santander, 2017), and a B.Sc. in Civil Engineering (Universidad Industrial de Santander, 2012).

• Education:
• Ph.D. Civil Engineering, University of Virginia (2024)
• MBA, Universidad Industrial de Santander (2017)
• B.Sc. Civil Engineering, Universidad Industrial de Santander (2012)

His research interests include Engineering Education, Sustainability Management, and Behavioral Decision-making in Temporary Project Organizations. He teaches foundational engineering courses and has led award-winning sustainability initiatives in Colombia. A dedicated educator, he emphasizes student mentorship and founded the UVA Construction student team.