Lecturer in Construction Management - Manchester

GEDU; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave

Tuition reimbursement

Pension scheme

Flexible benefits

Employee discounts

EAP support

Annual discretionary bonus

£500 employee referral bonus

Job summary

GBS is seeking a Lecturer in Construction Management to join our Manchester-based team. You will design and deliver sessions, prepare digital resources, and guide students through core construction management concepts within our higher education programmes.

You will provide constructive feedback, track progress, and help enhance student learning experiences while contributing to continuous improvement of teaching quality.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant subject area is required.
• UK higher education lecturing experience is preferred.
• Experience supervising student work and providing feedback.

Responsibilities

• Design, plan and deliver teaching sessions and digital resources for construction management topics.
• Provide meaningful feedback on progress and assess against criteria.
• Document and evaluate teaching quality and student experience.

Skills

Master's degree in a relevant subject

UK HE lecturing experience

Supervising student work

Teaching adult learners

Strong reporting skills

Excellent communication

Education

Master's degree in a relevant subject area

PhD desirable

Postgraduate Certificate/HEA Fellowship (or commitment to complete)

Job description

Department: Academic - as part of our partnership with Bath Spa University (BSU)

Location: Manchester (On-Site)

Salary: £51,000

Type of Contract: Full-Time, Permanent (40 hours per week)

Our Vision: Changing lives through education

The role: We are currently seeking Lecturers in Construction Management to join our growing team and create a positive impact on the lives of our students by cultivating the specialist skills and knowledge that will shape their long-term success in the construction management industry.

Due to our delivery model, we require flexibility to teach during weekdays, evenings and at weekends. Please note this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

What you'll be doing:

Craft and shape learning - Design, plan and deliver teaching sessions, digital resources and tailored support to help students meet the needs of today's construction industry, including the legal, environmental and technological context in which it operates. Guide students through the key theories, concepts and evidence-based approaches used in different areas of construction management such as measurement, building appraisal and performance, construction projects and more.

Track progress with purpose - Provide meaningful feedback on individual and class progress, considering each student's needs, explaining where work fails to meet assessment criteria, suggesting ways to improve and facilitate students' learning by means of engagement with online resources, research and activities.

Elevate student experience - Document and evaluate teaching and identifying areas for potential improvement to enhance the quality of teaching, learning and overall student experience.

About you:

You are someone who believes deeply in education's power to transform lives. You are looking to inspire and guide students to success, while taking your own experience to the next level in a rapidly evolving environment.

You will bring:

• A Master's degree in a relevant subject area (PhD desirable)
• Previous UK HE lecturing experience and in the wider subject area and extensive knowledge of the subject matter
• Demonstrable experience of supervising student work and providing support and feedback
• A successful track record of teaching adult learners from diverse backgrounds on similar HE programmes
• A high level of reporting skills and ability to maintain thorough student records
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ideally, you will also have:

• A Postgraduate Certificate of Academic Practice or equivalent teaching qualification (or commitment to enrol on a teaching programme during the probationary period and complete within three years) or Fellowship of HEA (or international equivalent)

What we offer:

Time off that fits your lifestyle - 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays), 1-day extra leave per year of service (up to 5 days) and Buy/Sell additional holidays (up to 5 days)

Opportunities for growth - Tuition reimbursement for career development courses, wide variety of training courses and support with FHEA application

Pension Scheme and Flexible Benefits (via salary sacrifice) - Cycle to Work, Workplace Nursery, Tech, Health, Dental and Life Assurance schemes, Women's Health scheme (via Hertlity) and much more

Discounts, Perks and Employee Assistance: discounts platform, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), discounted gym membership, eyecare vouchers and much more

Reward for your impact - annual salary increase reviews, annual discretionary bonus, £500 award employee referral scheme

"The highlights of working with my team include the incredible sense of support, empowerment, and camaraderie we share. We uplift and encourage one another, always striving to reach our common goal of ensuring student success. With students at the forefront of everything we do, our collective efforts make a tangible difference in their academic journeys, which creates a truly inspiring work environment."

- Teza Soe, Curriculum Quality Advisor at GBS

GBS is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and providing a workplace free from discrimination or harassment. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities. We take our core values seriously and work hard to create an environment where everyone feels welcomed.