Assistant Professor, Construction Management

Eastern Kentucky University; Richmond; On-site; CAD 107,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastern Kentucky University’s Construction Management Program at the School of Safety, Security, & Emergency Management seeks a tenure-track Assistant Professor for the 2026-2027 academic year at the Richmond Campus. Candidates should hold a Ph.D.

in Construction Management or Civil Engineering or related field; ABD considered with defense by May prior to Fall. Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate courses such as Estimating, Scheduling, Horizontal Construction, and MEP Systems;

Qualifications

• PhD in Construction Management or Civil Engineering or related field from a regionally accredited institution; ABD considered with defense by May prior to Fall appointment.
• 3+ years of progressive professional construction experience in the United States and prior higher education teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in construction management (e.g., Estimating, Scheduling, Horizontal Construction, MEP Systems).
• Develop and maintain an active scholarly agenda; advise students; engage in service to the department, university, and community.
• Participate in ACCE accreditation processes and professional engagement; contribute to BIM/AI integration in teaching and research.

Skills

Teaching experience

Research orientation

AI in construction

Education

PhD in Construction Management/Civil Engineering or related field

MS in Civil/Structural/Geotechnical/Construction Eng + PE licensure

Job description

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)

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 2026-2027. 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 2026.
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

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)

Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Funding Source: Institutional

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.

Advertised:

17 Mar 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

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