Lecturer – Construction Management (University - Malaysia)

Randstad Malaysia; Kuching; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Malaysia is representing a foreign branch campus of a prestigious international university seeking a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Construction Management in Kuching, Sarawak. The role focuses on delivering undergraduate courses in Quantity Surveying and Construction Management with industry-aligned pedagogy and strong research expectations.

You will lead core subjects, integrate BIM and digital tools, supervise research, pursue grants, and engage with professional bodies to secure

Qualifications

• PhD in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related discipline.
• Proven track record in higher education teaching and unit convening with industry relevance.
• Strong expertise in cost planning, cost control, measurements, and contracts.
• Research output commensurate with rank, including publications.
• PQS/CQS with professional bodies is advantageous.
• Hands-on proficiency with QS software such as Glodon, CostX, Buildsoft, BIM.

Responsibilities

• Deliver undergraduate courses in Quantity Surveying and Construction Management.
• Convene units and contribute to core subject delivery.
• Embed digital measurement tools, BIM, and construction tech into coursework.
• Pursue peer-reviewed research and secure grants.
• Engage with industry bodies for placements and joint projects.
• Contribute to course accreditation and student advising.

Skills

Quantity Surveying

Built Environment

University

Lecturer

Senior Lecturer

Education

PhD in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related discipline

Bachelor Degree

Tools

Glodon

CostX

Buildsoft

BIM

Job description

about the company

We are representing our client, the foreign branch campus of the internationally ranked university to look for a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Construction Management. The School of Engineering and Science is recognized for its industry-aligned coursework, modern laboratory infrastructure, and high-impact applied research. Joining this faculty offers the opportunity to be part of an internationally accredited, forward-thinking academic community committed to producing career-ready graduates and driving innovation across the built environment sector.

about the job

• Teaching & Convening: Deliver undergraduate courses in Quantity Surveying and Construction Management using modern, industry-aligned pedagogy.
• Core Subject Delivery: Instruct in key areas including Cost Planning & Control, Measurements, Construction Technology, Contracts, and Professional Practice.
• Technology Integration: Embed modern digital measurement tools, BIM, and construction tech into coursework.
• Research & Grants: Produce peer-reviewed publications, secure research funding, and mentor students (substantial research output required for Senior Lecturer).
• Industry Engagement: Collaborate with professional bodies, consultancies, and contractors to secure placements and joint projects.
• Academic Citizenship: Contribute to course accreditation, departmental committees, and student advising.

skills & qualifications

• Education: PhD in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Experience: Proven track record in higher education teaching and unit convening, paired with relevant industry experience.
• Domain Knowledge: Strong expertise in cost planning, cost control, measurements, and construction contracts.
• Research: Documented record of impactful research publications and outputs (commensurate with rank).
• Professional Certification (Advantage): Registered PQS or CQS with BQSM, RICS, or an equivalent body.
• Technical Skills (Advantage): Hands-on proficiency in QS software (e.g., Glodon, CostX, Buildsoft), BIM, or project management tools.

skills

Quantity Surveying, Built Environment, University, Lecturer, Senior Lecturer

qualifications

no additional qualifications required

education

Bachelor Degree