Lecturer in Built Environment (Civil Engineering)

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Job summary

A UK-based educational institution seeks a knowledgeable Lecturer in Built Environment specializing in Civil Engineering. The ideal candidate will deliver high-quality teaching, support learners, and contribute to curriculum design. Responsibilities include engaging students in advanced, technology-driven construction topics and enhancing departmental development. This position offers the opportunity to shape future talent in the industry while working with cutting-edge resources. A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package are included.

Benefits

38 days' paid leave

Excellent Teachers' Pension Scheme

Subsidised private healthcare

Employee Assistance Programme

Annual health MOTs

Professional qualification sponsorship

Heavily-subsidised on-site car parking

Free on-site gym membership

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in teaching or industry expertise in Built Environment.
• Ability to deliver innovative and inclusive teaching.
• Understanding of curriculum design and student support.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, inclusive teaching to support student success.
• Contribute to curriculum design in manufacturing and automation.
• Engage in departmental development and continuous improvement.

Skills

Civil engineering practice

Architectural technology roles

Building services engineering

CAD software (AutoCAD, Revit/BIM)

Digital modelling

Education

Relevant academic qualifications in Built Environment or Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Lecturer in Built Environment (Civil Engineering)

Birmingham

£38,784 - £43,482 per annum - AC2

Permanent, Full-time

UCB is an equal opportunities employer. We are TEF rated Silver, with a Good Ofsted rating.

The Role

University College Birmingham is seeking an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Lecturer in the Built Environment with expertise in Quantity and Building Surveying. This role is ideal for an academic or industry expert who is passionate about shaping the future workforce in advanced and technology-driven construction sectors

We are particularly interested in candidates with experience or research interests in areas such as:

• Civil engineering practice
• Architectural or architectural technology roles
• Building services (mechanical and/or electrical) engineering
• CAD software (AutoCAD, Revit/BIM)
• CAD and digital modelling

The successful candidate will

• Deliver high-quality, innovative, and inclusive teaching to support student success
• Contribute significantly to curriculum design in manufacturing, automation, and related areas
• Bring strong research-informed practice and/or industry expertise into their teaching
• Support students in achieving their academic, technical, and professional ambitions
• Engage actively in departmental development and continuous improvement

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a growing, forward-thinking team that values industry experience as much as academic knowledge.
• Teach and support motivated apprentices-over 25 currently enrolled and more joining soon.
• Play a key role in shaping future talent in Building Services Engineering through both review processes and lecture delivery.
• Work with cutting-edge resources and collaborate with passionate colleagues and industry partners.
• Enjoy a role that combines flexibility, purpose, and professional impact-ideal for someone seeking to give back to the industry in a meaningful way.

If you're looking for a rewarding opportunity to use your skills, guide the next generation of professionals, and contribute to a sustainable future for construction-this could be your next move.

Benefits

• Generous allocation of annual leave
  • 38 days' paid leave per year
  • 12 Bank Holidays & Concessionary Days
• Excellent Teachers' Pension Scheme
  • Employer Contributions - 28.6%
• Subsidised private healthcare provided by Aviva including a Digital GP Service.
• Employee Assistance Programme inclusive of counselling services, financial wellbeing support and bereavement support
• Annual health MOTs with our Registered Nurse
• Excellent staff development opportunities including professional qualification sponsorship
• A variety of salary sacrifice schemes including technology and cycle.
• Heavily-subsidised on-site car parking in central Birmingham
• Free on-site gym membership

Extra Information

All applicants for employment at the University will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of the principles of Safeguarding and the PREVENT agenda in the context of further and higher education.

Closing Date - Sunday 1st February 2026.

Interview Date - Wednesday 18th February 2026.

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Candidates with experience of: Lecturer, Civil Engineering Lecturer, Engineering Lecturer, Construction Lecturer, Built Environment Lecturer, Construction Built Environment Lecturer, HNC/D Lecturer, Academic Lecturer, University Lecturer, Education Lead, Academic Lead, College Tutor, Tutor, Teacher, College Teacher will also be considered for this role.