Marvin Bennett

Marvin Bennett serves as a Professor of Practice in Construction Management at Morgan State University's School of Architecture and Planning, bringing 25+ years of industry experience to the classroom since joining in 2016. As principal of Metro Engineering Services since 2005, he bridges academic instruction with real-world engineering challenges in community development.

• B.S., Morgan State University
• M.S., Lehigh University

His pedagogical approach emphasizes experiential learning through job site visits, industry partnerships, and guest lectures from organizations like ASCE and ACI. Courses including CMGT 204 (Construction Law & Contracts) and CMGT 401 (Sustainable Construction Practices) integrate practical problem-solving with theoretical frameworks, preparing students for immediate workforce impact. His research interests focus on sustainable infrastructure development in underserved communities, drawing from childhood experiences in St. Kitts-Nevis.

Professor Bennett's mentorship philosophy treats students as future industry assets, with alumni highlighting his teamwork emphasis and real-world deadline management techniques. Through structured internships and co-ops with commercial developers and property managers, he cultivates workplace readiness while maintaining active industry engagement through Metro Engineering Services.

Professional affiliations include the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), American Concrete Institute (ACI), Community Association Institute (CAI), and National Association Home Builders (NAHB). As a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) and Reserve Specialist (RS), he applies technical expertise to community association projects while modeling professional conduct for students.