Siddharth Banerjee

Dr. Siddharth Banerjee is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at California State Polytechnic University, Pomona (CPP). He holds a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from North Carolina State University (NCSU) and specializes in construction engineering, data analytics, and the application of statistical models to enhance construction processes. His research focuses on utilizing data-driven approaches to optimize construction project performance and address industry challenges, including the impacts of global disruptions like the COVID-19 pandemic.

Dr. Banerjee's expertise lies at the intersection of civil engineering, statistics, and data science. He is committed to advancing the field by developing innovative solutions to improve project management, decision-making, and operational efficiency in construction. Prior to joining CPP, he played a key role in the development of the North Carolina Department of Transportation's CLEAR program, which is aimed at improving project performance across various construction projects. His work in construction data analytics, statistical modeling, and project optimization continues to influence both academic research and industry practices.

In addition to his research contributions, Dr. Banerjee is dedicated to mentoring students and preparing them for the challenges of the evolving construction industry. He fosters a collaborative learning environment where students can develop the analytical skills needed to drive improvements in construction practices.

Top five Clifton Strengths (in order): Learner, Harmony, Input, Arranger, Adaptability

Teaching

Dr. Siddharth Banerjee's teaching philosophy revolves around creating "lightbulb moments" where students experience moments of enlightenment as they grasp new concepts. He emphasizes the importance of providing ample examples to simplify complex ideas while fostering a mindset of lifelong learning. Dr. Banerjee incorporates various active learning strategies to enhance in-class engagement, complementing them with hands-on approaches that align with Cal Poly Pomona's "Learn by Doing" philosophy. As an instructor, he has taught courses in construction engineering and management to both undergraduate and graduate students. A list of courses he has taught can be found under the 'Courses Taught' section of his webpage.

Research

Dr. Banerjee's research interests and expertise focus primarily on using human-computer interactions to improve construction workflow processes, with the ultimate goal of enhancing organizational resilience and promoting sustainable projects. His research broadly explores how artificial intelligence can enhance communication among project teams and improve project risk management. Dr. Banerjee aims to advance the application of digital construction techniques, emphasizing automation to promote organizational resilience and sustainability within the construction industry.

At Cal Poly Pomona

Spring 2025

CE 4120 Construction Scheduling

CE 4130 Construction Contracts

Senior Capstone Project - CPP Rose Garden (Co-Advising with Dr. Andrei)

Fall 2024

CE 3121 Building Systems

CE 4120 Construction Scheduling

CE 4140 Construction Project Management and Accounting

CE 5121 Construction Financial Management

Spring 2024

CE 3140 Construction Estimating

CE 3121  Building Systems

Fall 2023

CE 3140 Construction Estimating

CE 4140 Construction Project Management and Accounting

At Bradley University

Spring 2023

CON 452: Green Construction and LEED

CON 529: Advanced Construction Contracts

Fall 2022

CON 270: Construction Materials and Methods

CON 540: Project and Company Management

At North Carolina State University (As Instructor-of-Record)

CE 365 Construction Equipment and Methods (Spring 2022)

Peer-Reviewed Journals (*Corresponding Author)

Banerjee, S.*, Potts, C. M., Jhala, A. H., Jaselskis, E. J. “Developing a Construction Domain- Specific Artificial Intelligence Language Model for NCDOT’s CLEAR Program to Promote Organizational Innovation and Institutional Knowledge” Journal of Computing in Civil Engineering, ASCE, 37(3). https://doi.org/10.1061/JCCEE5.CPENG-4868

Fullerton, C. F., Tamer, A. W., Banerjee, S.*, Alsharef, A., Jaselskis, E.J. (2021) “Development of NCDOT CLEAR Program for Enhanced Project Performance” Transportation Research Record. https://doi.org/10.1177/0361198121995195

Alsharef, A., Banerjee, S., Uddin, S.M.J., Albert, A., Jaselskis, E.J. (2021) “Early Impacts of the COVID-19 Pandemic on the U.S Construction Industry” International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph18041559

Chowdhury, S., Zhu, J., Rasoulkhani, K., Mostafavi, A., Jaselskis, E.J., Stoa, R., Li, Q., Banerjee, S., Alsharef, A.F., Brannen, L. (2020) “Guidelines for Robust Adaptation to Environmental Regulations in Infrastructure Projects” Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, ASCE, 146(10). Editor’s Choice Award. https://doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)CO.1943-7862.0001908

Li, Q., Brannen, L., Rasoulkhani, K., Mostafavi, A., Stoa, R., Chowdhury, S., Alsharef, A.F., Banerjee, S., Zhu, J., Jaselskis, E.J. (2020) “Regulatory Adaptation in the Construction Industry: A Case Study of the OSHA Update to the Respirable Crystalline Silica Standard” ASCE Journal of Legal Affairs and Dispute Resolution in Engineering and Construction, ASCE, 12(4). https://doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)LA.1943-4170.0000424

Rasoulkhani, K., Brannen, L., Zhu, J., Mostafavi, A., Jaselskis, E. J., Stoa, R., Li, Q., Alsharef, A., Banerjee, S., Chowdhury, C. (2020) “Establishing a Future-Proofing Framework for Infrastructure Projects to Proactively Adapt to Complex Regulatory Landscapes" ASCE Journal of Management in Engineering, ASCE, 36(4). https://doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)ME.1943-5479.0000794

Banerjee, S.*, Jaselskis, E. J., Alsharef, A. F. (2020) “Design For Six Sigma (DFSS) Approach for Creating CLEAR Lessons Learned Database”, Periodica Polytechnica Architecture, 51(1). https://doi.org/10.3311/PPar.15442

Pinghe, S., Zhongdao, H., Renming, Z., Xiaoming, W., Banerjee, S. (2010) “Photogrammetric Technology for Measuring Ground Movements Associated with Underground Constructions” Chinese Journal of Underground Space and Engineering, 1(6).

Peer-Reviewed Conference Proceedings

Ramachandra, V. J., Mahaveen, N., Banerjee, S.*, Ghannad, P. (2024) “Artificial Intelligence Enabling Sustainable Construction – A Systemic Review”. ASCE Construction Research Congress 2024, Des Moines, IA.

Alsharef, A., Uddin, S. M. J., Banerjee, S., Ovid, A., Albert, A. (2024) “Information Sources and Lessons Learned by Construction Organizations during the early Months of the COVID‐19 Pandemic in the U.S.” ASCE Construction Research Congress 2024, Des Moines, IA.

Banerjee, S.*, Alsharef, A., Jaselskis, E.J., Piratla, K. (2022) “Review of Current Practices to Implement Organization-wide Knowledge Repositories” ASCE Construction Research Congress 2022, Arlington, VA.

Banerjee, S.*, Potts, C.M., Jhala, A.H., Jaselskis, E.J. (2021) “Neural Language Model Based Intelligent Semantic Information Retrieval on NCDOT Projects for Knowledge Management” ASCE International Conference on Computing in Civil Engineering 2021, Orlando, FL.

Prasad, V., Piratla, K., Caswell, B., Banerjee, S. (2020) “Seismic Reliability Evaluation of City- level Gas Distribution Networks Using Flow-based Simulation Modeling” ASCE Construction Research Congress 2020, Tempe, AZ.

Rasoulkhani, K., Alsharef, A., Banerjee, S., Chowdhury, S., Li, Q., Mostafavi, A., Zhu, J., Jaselskis, E.J., Stoa, R. (2020) “A Process Model for Regulatory Adaptation in the Construction Industry”ASCE Construction Research Congress 2020, Tempe,

Alsharef, , Jaselskis, E.J., Mostafavi, A., Zhu, J., Stoa, R., Banerjee, S., Rasoulkhani, K., Li, Q., Chowdhury, S. (2019) “Assessing the Impact of Regulatory Changes on Capital Projects in the United States” CIB World Building Congress, pp. 310-320.

Stoa, , Mostafavi, A., Jaselskis, E.J., Zhu, J., Li, Q., Rasoulkhani, K., Alsharef, A., Banerjee, S., Chowdhury, S., Chase, P. (2019) “Regulatory Adaptation in the Energy Sector: Common Challenges and Emerging Solutions” Proceedings of the 65th Annual Rocky Mountain Mineral Law Institute pp. 29-1 – 29-35.

AGC Robert L. Bowen Industry Resident Fellow (2025, Awarded). Each summer, about 4 academics from the US work with an industry partner of their choice to enhance their skills. The selection of the residents and the work experience enables them to enrich their classroom instruction and research capabilities.

ASCE ExCEEd Teaching Workshop Scholarship (2024). The ExCEEd Teaching Workshop is a 6-day practicum that provides engineering educators with an opportunity to improve their teaching abilities. Only about 24 such educators are selected through a highly competitive process each year.

Stephanie L. Spencer Ploeger – American Society of Quality (ASQ) Raleigh Section 1113 Scholarship (2021-22), for continued achievement in academics and exemplary service for the academic year 2021 – 22

Stephanie L. Spencer Ploeger – American Society of Quality (ASQ) Raleigh Section 1113 Scholarship (2020), for continued achievement in academics and exemplary service for Fall 2020 semester

Association for Learning Environments (A4LE) – NC Scholarship (2020), for academic support, awarded by the Association for Learning Environments, NC Chapter for the academic year 2020-2021

Workshop Support (2019), Graduate School, North Carolina State University

Association for Learning Environments (A4LE) – NC Scholarship (2019), for academic support, awarded by the Association for Learning Environments, NC Chapter for the academic year 2019 – 20

Graduate Research Assistantship (2017-2022), Department of Civil, Construction, and Environmental Engineering, North Carolina State University, Raleigh

Pedagogical Training at National Institute of Technical Teachers Training and Research (NITTTR), Chandigarh, India (2013), one among 25 faculty throughout the country selected for one-week pedagogical training sponsored by the Government of India

Second Best Poster Award (2010), No-Dig 2010 International Trenchless Construction Conference, Chicago

Del. E. Webb Scholarship (2009), for academic merit, awarded by the Del. E. Webb foundation at Arizona State University for the academic year 2009 – 10.