Steve Makredes

Steve Makredes serves as an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Construction Management at Florida Gulf Coast University's U.A. Whitaker College of Engineering. A licensed Professional Engineer (PE), he brings decades of industry leadership from his role as retired Vice President of Construction at Target, where he oversaw international projects. He currently operates Makredes Construction Advisors, specializing in strategic project and program management.

Education

• M.S. in Civil Engineering, University of Illinois
• B.S. in Civil Engineering, University of Minnesota

Research and Professional Interests

Makredes focuses on Construction Management, Structural Engineering, and workforce development. His expertise spans project and program management within the construction sector. He integrates industry innovations into academic instruction to prepare students for evolving industry demands through courses like Construction Mechanics and Structures for Construction.

Professional Engagement

Actively mentoring future construction leaders, Makredes bridges academic theory with practical application. His consulting work emphasizes technology-driven solutions and human capital development to advance industry standards, maintaining active roles in both professional and academic communities.