Steve W. Bannes

Steve W. Bannes is a Professor and Program Director of Graduate Studies in Construction Management at Washington University in St. Louis's McKelvey School of Engineering and Sever Institute. He leads program development, policy creation, and academic strategy while teaching across engineering and design disciplines. With 40 years of industry experience, he managed over $1 billion in construction projects, offering a practitioner's perspective in academia.

Education:

• MS, Southwest Baptist University, 2003
• BS, Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville, 1990

Research & Expertise: Focuses on integrating teams and systems within the built environment to enhance project success. Developed programs like the Master of Construction Management (MCM) and MCM/M.Arch joint degree, emphasizing leadership and cross-disciplinary collaboration. Active in industry organizations including CII, AIC, AGC, and LCI.

Awards & Affiliations: Honorary Commander at Scott AFB (2021/2023), founder of CACoP (Construction Academics Community of Practice), and advisory roles in BJC 101 and SLC3.

Grants & Labs: No specific grants listed, but leads curricular innovation and industry partnerships through program development and executive education initiatives.