Keith Molenaar

Keith Molenaar is the Dean of the College of Engineering & Applied Science and the K. Stanton Lewis Professor of Construction Engineering and Management at the University of Colorado Boulder. He holds a PhD in Civil Engineering (1997), MS in Civil Engineering (1995), and BS in Architectural Engineering (1990), all from CU Boulder.

His research focuses on construction engineering and management, particularly in alternative project delivery methods, cost engineering, and risk analysis. He has authored numerous publications on topics such as risk identification in transportation projects, green procurement, and lean construction methodologies.

• Professional Affiliations: American Society of Civil Engineers, Construction Management Association of America, Design-Build Institute of America.
• Awards: Fulbright Scholar (2006–2007), National Academy of Construction Membership (2017), and multiple industry recognitions for leadership and innovation.
• Grants: Secured federal and state funding for projects on risk management, project delivery systems, and transportation infrastructure.

Molenaar’s work emphasizes bridging academic research and industry practice, with a focus on improving cost efficiency, risk mitigation, and sustainable infrastructure development.