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Assistant Professor, Construction Management
@ EKU Master of Public Administration Program
Richmond, British Columbia
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Overview
Eastern Kentucky University is hiring a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor of Construction Management in its Richmond Campus School of Safety, Security, & Emergency Management for Academic Year 2027-2028, starting August 2027. The role teaches undergraduate construction management courses such as Estimating, Scheduling, Horizontal Construction and MEP Systems, and builds a scholarly research agenda. A PhD is recommended, with at least 3 years of progressive US construction experience and prior teaching experience required; the position is not eligible for visa sponsorship and offers are contingent on a background check.
Responsibilities:
- Teach undergraduate construction management courses as assigned
- Develop and maintain an active research agenda
- Advise students and mentor student organizations and competition teams
- Participate in ACCE accreditation process
Requirements summary:
- PhD in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or related field, or MS with PE licensure and 5 years experience
- 3+ years progressive US construction experience
- Previous higher education teaching experience
- Knowledge of AI relevant to the discipline or willingness to develop it
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-09
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-14
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-14
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Education |
| Experience | 3+ years |
| Hours per week | 37.5 |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Office |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | PE licensure |
| Background checks | criminal record |
| Education | Doctorate (preferred), Master’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Construction Management, Civil Engineering |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan |
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EKU Master of Public Administration Program
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 62 |
Job description
- 497796
- Richmond Campus
- College of Justice, Safety & Military Science
- Fulltime Faculty
Title: Assistant Professor, Construction Management
Position Type: Fulltime Faculty
Search Type: Tenure Track - 30 days
Department: 25R000 - Justice, Safety & Military Science
Division: 2R0000 - Academic Affairs
Position Location: Richmond Campus
Driver Classification: Non-Driver
FLSA: Exempt
Schedule Type: Full Time (37.5 hrs per week or more)
Hours Per Week
Additional Schedule Details:
Posted Salary Grade: Faculty Full Time - 01
Retirement: KTRS
Contact Person: Justin Dodd
Job Summary/Basic Functions
The Construction Management Program in the School of Safety, Security, & Emergency Management at Eastern Kentucky University seeks applicants for a tenure track position in Construction Management at the rank of Assistant Professor for Academic Year 2027-2028. Applicants should hold an earned Ph.D. in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or related field from an accredited institution at the time of appointment. ABD applicants may be considered with evidence of a scheduled doctoral defense that occurs no later than May prior to a Fall appointment. Applicants with a Master of Science, PE Licensure, and a minimum of five years of experience in the construction field will also be considered. The position begins August 2027.
The position serves the construction management program. Preference will be given to candidates with construction and/or research experience related to BIM or AI use in the construction industry. It requires at least 3 years of progressive professional experience in the construction field. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses in construction management in a faculty workload consistent with the needs and priorities of the college and institution. Courses may include Estimating, Scheduling, Horizontal Construction, and MEP Systems. The successful candidate will also develop and maintain an active scholarly agenda, conduct academic advising, and participate in service to the department, university, and community. In addition, membership and participation in state, regional, national, or international professional organizations is recommended.
The University places a high priority on being leaders in the responsible use of artificial intelligence and in building such capacity in our students. The successful candidate will demonstrate knowledge of artificial intelligence pertinent to the discipline and/or a willingness to pursue professional development to acquire such expertise.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: A PhD in Construction Management/Civil Engineering or a related field from a regionally accredited institution is recommended for appointment. Candidates with a Master of Science Degree in Civil, Structural, Geotechnical, or Construction Engineering with a minimum of 5 years of P.E. licensure and experience in the field of construction management will also be considered.
Experience:
- 3+ years of progressive professional construction experience in the United States
- Previous higher education teaching experience
Preferred Qualifications:
Job Duties
- % - Maintain a workload consistent with the needs and priorities of the college and institution, teaching courses as assigned at the times and in the locations necessary to meet the needs of EKU students - (Essential)
- % - Utilize effective teaching methods, innovative teaching techniques, and teaching modalities, and multiple evaluation and assessment procedures to help meet the needs of EKU students - (Essential)
- % - Demonstrate the ability to teach, develop, and implement courses related to construction management - (Essential)
- % - Develop and maintain an active research agenda - (Essential)
- % - Keep up to date with advances in the construction industry and teaching pedagogy areas by reading and reviewing current scholarly or creative works and by attending conferences, seminars, workshops, courses, and faculty development activities - (Essential)
- % - Advise students in fulfilling program, departmental, college, and university committee assignments - (Essential)
- % - Mentor student organizations, clubs and competition teams - (Essential)
- % - Participate in the American Council for Construction Education (ACCE) accreditation process. - (Essential)
Funding Source: Institutional
Open Until Filled
Special Instructions:
EEO Statement
Eastern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity employer and educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of age (40 and over), race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information in the admission to, or participation in, any educational program or activity (e.g., athletics, academics and housing) which it conducts or any employment policy or practice.
Background Check Statement
Offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.
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