Dr. Tamera McCuen is a nationally recognized leader in Building Information Modeling (BIM) and its integration into higher education. A pioneer in the field, she began her career testing early BIM software at a beta site in 1992 and later brought that expertise into academia, where she has helped shape BIM standards and processes across the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry. Her collaborative work with the National Institute of Building Sciences and the Association for the Advancement of Cost Engineering has advanced the development of interoperable frameworks and cost-estimating protocols that support BIM adoption across disciplines.
Dr. McCuen has authored more than 70 articles and technical reports, and her expertise is regularly sought at national and international conferences. She has led over 25 professional workshops and continuing education seminars for AECO practitioners and academic audiences. In recognition of her impact, she received the Building Information Modeling Award for Curriculum Development from the American Institute of Architects (AIA) Technology in Architecture Practice, and has twice been honored by AACE for her leadership in BIM technical standards and information exchange.
Before entering academia, Dr. McCuen worked as a cost estimator and project manager in the construction industry, grounding her scholarship in real-world experience. Today, she continues to advance BIM education and practice through research, teaching, and service, shaping the next generation of professionals in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.
