James Jenkins

James L. Jenkins is an Associate Professor and Associate Head of Undergraduate Programs in the School of Construction Management Technology at Purdue University. He specializes in construction safety, mixed reality applications, and workforce training. His research focuses on VR safety training, jobsite productivity improvement, and Hispanic worker safety, supported by grants from OSHA and INDOT. Jenkins is a certified CHST and holds roles such as Faculty Advisor for the AGC Student Chapter and International Secretary/Treasurer of Sigma Lambda Chi.

His teaching excellence is recognized through awards like the Charles B. Murphy Outstanding Undergraduate Teaching Award (2016) and multiple BCM teaching accolades. He has led international study abroad programs in Ireland since 2008 and developed industry-aligned training programs like the OSHA 10/30 hour course. Jenkins actively engages with professional organizations, contributing to safety standards and educational initiatives in construction management.

• Industry Experience: Commercial construction management for U.S. Army Corps projects and contract management at Purdue Facilities.
• Key Research: Virtual reality safety simulations, work zone color pattern analysis (INDOT 2021), and BIM integration.
• Grants: Susan Harwood grants for VR fall protection (2018), excavation safety (2019), and residential safety (2020).