Jonathan Jingsheng Shi is a Professor and Holder of the Art E. Favre Industrial Construction Chair at Louisiana State University's Bert S. Turner Department of Construction Management. He has held academic roles since 1985, including professorships at the University of Florida, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, and Illinois Institute of Technology, with extensive industry collaborations. His research focuses on green technologies, construction operations modeling, energy efficiency, and ERP systems. Education: Ph.D., University of Alberta, Canada (1992–1995) M.Sc., Wuhan University, China (1982–1985) B.Sc., Wuhan University, China (1978–1982) Research Interests: Dr. Shi’s work integrates sustainability, data-driven construction processes, and advanced technologies. Key areas include energy-efficient building systems, project scheduling optimization, and neural networks for construction analysis. His projects often bridge academia and industry, emphasizing practical applications. Grants & Projects: "Building Energy Efficient Homes for America (BeeHa)" ($660,345 USD, US DOE) "Advanced Decentralized Water/Energy Network Design" ($1.25M, US EPA) "Highway Work Zone Safety Audit Guidelines" ($1M+, FHWA) His research has received over $8M in federal and industry funding, addressing critical issues in construction sustainability and safety. Advising & Collaboration: While no students are listed, his projects involve interdisciplinary teams with industry partners. He has co-led initiatives with organizations like the Illinois Department of Transportation and the US Department of Energy.










