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February 2, 2022 – Myers-Lawson School of Construction Director Brian Kleiner (left) and school supporter and namesake A. Ross Myers (right) at the groundbreaking event for the new Hitt Hall building on Virginia Tech’s campus. (Photo by Christina Franusich/Virginia Tech)

The Myers-Lawson School of Construction Leadership Team smiles.

Excellence in Educational Leadership

Myers-Lawson School of Construction is dedicated to providing top-quality education and research opportunities in construction, engineering, and management, and our leaders are at the forefront of this mission. Our leadership team comprises dedicated educators, researchers, and professionals who are committed to advancing the field of construction and preparing our students for successful careers.


Director

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    Staff headshot of Brian Kleiner
    Brian Kleiner , bio

    Vorster-Kleiner Director and Professor, Myers-Lawson School of Construction; Director, Center for Innovation in Construction Safety, Health and Well-being

Assistant and Associate Directors

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    Staff headshot of Joshua Iorio
    Josh Iorio , bio

    Assistant Director and Collegiate Associate Professor, Myers-Lawson School of Construction; Graduate Director, Building Construction; Preston and Catharine White Fellow

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    Ashley Johnson , bio

    Associate Director of Academics, Myers-Lawson School of Construction; Associate Professor of Practice, Construction Engineering and Management; Preston and Catharine White Fellow

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    Staff headshot of Andrew McCoy
    Andrew McCoy , bio

    Associate Director for Research and Innovation, Myers-Lawson School of Construction; Director, Virginia Center for Housing Research; Beliveau Professor, Building Construction

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    Lisa Tenley
    Lisa Tenley , bio

    Associate Director for Outreach and Industry Engagement Professor of Practice

Program Chairs and Managers

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    Tanyel Bulbul , bio

    Graduate Program Director, Building Construction Associate Professor, Building Construction

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    Lisa Cash , bio

    Business Manager, Myers-Lawson School of Construction

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    Staff headshot of Michael J. Garvin
    Michael J. Garvin , bio

    Vecellio CEM Program Coordinator, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering; David H. Burrows Professor, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering

Faculty and Staff

Meet faculty and staff affiliated with specific programs within the Myers-Lawson School of Construction.

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