Nahid Vesali

Dr. Nahid Vesali is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Engineering Leadership and Program Management (ELPM) at The Citadel's School of Engineering. She specializes in Construction Engineering and Management, with expertise in project management, technical planning, and risk management under deep uncertainty. Prior to her academic role, she worked in construction project management at Plaza Construction and Florida Group LLC. Her teaching focuses on project management, scheduling, and construction management courses.

• Education:
  • Ph.D. in Civil Engineering, Florida International University
  • M.Sc. in Construction Engineering and Management, Islamic Azad University
  • B.Sc. in Civil Engineering, Iran University of Science and Technology

Her research emphasizes decision-making frameworks, risk management in construction projects, and innovative teaching methods. Notable contributions include work on game-based learning for delegation skills, data-driven ABET program comparisons, and developing curriculum for construction engineering programs. Recent publications explore FE exam reforms, KEEN fellowships' impacts, and K-12 outreach effectiveness in attracting underrepresented students to engineering.

Dr. Vesali has no listed scientific awards but demonstrates active engagement in curriculum development and educational innovation. She contributes to programmatic initiatives like the new construction engineering program at The Citadel, focusing on accreditation compliance and interdisciplinary collaboration.