Faculty, Alumni & Student Profiles

MS Construction Management

Meet the Faculty, Alumni & Students of the Master of Science in Construction Management Program!

Faculty with Construction Industry Experience

Charles Chen, PhD, P.E.

Associate Professor & Program Chair, Construction Management

Dr. Charles Chen is a licensed Professional Engineer and Project Management Professional with extensive experience in construction project delivery, cost control, and facility management. His research and publications emphasize sustainable construction practices, smart facilities systems, and global project management. He actively collaborates with industry partners to advance innovation and workforce development in Hawaii‘i’s built environment.

Steve Litschauer, MEd

Steve Litschauer

Senior Adjunct Lecturer

Steve Litschauer earned his master's degrees in Educational Psychology and American studies from the University of Hawaii at Manoa, as well as a Graduate Certificate in Conflict Resolution. He also earned a master's degree in Legal Studies from the University of Baltimore. In addition to teaching courses at UC Berkeley Extension, he is also an adjunct professor/ lecturer at the University of Hawaii-West Oahu.  Steve's career spans more than 20 years in facilities management including leadership in education, hospitality, federal government, commercial, medical, historic, and residential property types.

Chen Hou Lau, MS

Adjunct Lecturer

Chen Hou Lau has 25 years of experience with projects nationwide. Mr. Lau is a CPM scheduling expert with extensive experience using P6, P3, and Microsoft Project scheduling software. He has a Bachelor's Degree from the National University of Singapore and a Master's Degree from Purdue University. Mr. Lau also taught Construction Cost Accounting at Purdue University while pursuing his Master’s degree. Currently, Mr. Lau founded and serves as President for Tricertus, LLC, a professional consulting company focusing on providing project management, project controls, and claims services to the construction industry. 

Additional Faculty

  • Michelle Alarcon
  • Leslie Blood
  • Yan Guo, MS

    Adjunct Lecturer

    A seasoned accounting and finance professional with over 20 years of experience, including 8 years in management roles within the automobile industry and 9 years in the oil and gas sector. Recognized as a self-motivated, consistent performer and effective team leader with a strong work ethic, integrity, and a commitment to excellence. Proven ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects while maintaining high-quality standards. Specialties include accounting, financial management, cost analysis, and financial analysis.

Our Students & Alumni

  • Paul Leonard '25
    • General Manager at Pacific Pump and Power
  • Kate Wilhelm '25