Affiliate Instructor, Construction Project Management

Metropolitan State University of Denver; Denver (CO); On-site; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Tuition reimbursement

Free RTD pass

Job summary

A leading higher education institution in Denver is seeking part-time affiliate faculty to teach Construction Project Management. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree and four years of relevant experience. The role includes teaching classes either online or in person, preparing materials, and providing feedback to students. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of aspiring engineers in a diverse environment.

Qualifications

• Four years of relevant experience required.
• Master’s degree or Doctorate preferred.
• Certification in PMP or CFM is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Teach part-time in Construction Project Management.
• Prepare course materials and lesson plans.
• Provide academic support and feedback to students.

Skills

Teaching in person or online

Course material preparation

Grading and providing feedback

Sensitivity to diverse students

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Project Management

Job description

About the University

Established in 1965, Metropolitan State University (MSU Denver) was founded to serve students who were underrepresented in higher education whose life paths and experiences did not fit the traditional mold. Sixty years later, the University continues to serve over 16,000 of Colorado's extraordinary and diverse students, providing them with the foundation on which to build their unique aspirations. As the third largest public institution of higher education in Colorado, MSU Denver is a model university for today’s college students.

Proud of its federal designation as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) that also offers graduate programs (gHSI) and the only Seal of Excelencia certified institution in Colorado, the University serves the most diverse undergraduate student population in the state, as well as the most first-generation students. Through affordable, flexible, and holistic education, MSU Denver helps students build essential skills grounded in a multicultural and global perspective that lead to undergraduate and graduate degrees, and career and life success.

About the Department of Engineering and Engineering Technology

Explore, Innovate, Lead, Engineering Your Future at MSU Denver

The Department of Engineering and Engineering Technology at MSU Denver offers a dynamic range of undergraduate degrees designed to ignite your curiosity and empower your career. Whether you’re passionate about sustainability, technology, infrastructure, or leadership, our programs prepare you to tackle real-world challenges with confidence and creativity.

• Environmental Engineering students confront the urgent issues of climate change, developing innovative solutions to protect our planet.
• Mechanical Engineering majors reimagine existing technologies and pioneer new ideas that drive progress across industries.
• Civil Engineering Technology students shape the future of our communities through the planning, design, and construction of vital infrastructure.
• Computer Engineering blends digital hardware with custom software to create intelligent systems that enhance everyday life.
• Electrical Engineering focuses on the design and development of the electrical systems that power our modern world—from smart devices to energy grids.
• Construction Project Management students learn to lead complex building projects from concept to completion, integrating engineering expertise with business and leadership acumen.

Our dedicated faculty challenge and support you every step of the way, ensuring you’re equipped with the analytical thinking, math and science proficiency, and problem-solving skills needed for a rigorous and rewarding career. A degree from MSU Denver’s Department of Engineering and Engineering Technology isn’t just a credential—it's a launchpad for making a meaningful impact in the world.

Position Summary

The Department of Engineering and Engineering Technology at Metropolitan State University of Denver (MSU Denver) invites applications for part-time affiliate faculty teaching positions.

For more information about the Department of Engineering and Engineering Technology in our College of Aerospace, Computing, Engineering, and Design, please visit: https://www.msudenver.edu/engineering-engineering-technology.

Responsibilities

Teach part-time in Construction Project Management.

An affiliate faculty member’s duties may include but are not limited to: teaching assigned classes in person or online by delivering course content to students, preparing course materials and lesson plans, grading student work, providing students with robust feedback in a timely manner, addressing student questions consistent with university, college/school, and department policies, and providing online or in-person academic support to students as needed and appropriate for the teaching assignment; providing instruction in assigned classes consistent with the content and learning objectives of the regular course syllabus and, if required, with department course coordination policies; and complying with university-wide student evaluation of instruction policies and peer observation policies. The ability to adapt and learn new modes of instruction is highly encouraged. Candidates need to be sensitive to the educational needs of a diverse student population.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Project Management or related field, plus four years of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Construction Project Management or related field, plus four years of relevant experience or Doctorate.
• PMP (Project Management Professional).
• CFM (Certified Facility Manager).

Terms of Employment

Affiliate faculty are part-time, at-will employees hired to teach on a per credit hour basis for specific classes, usually on a semester-by-semester basis. Affiliate faculty are not eligible for benefit coverage under the University’s benefit program. All such teaching assignments are dependent on budget and enrollment.

Qualified candidates may be expected to teach in person/on campus upon hire.

Salary for Announcement

The final salary is based on the number of credit hours assigned at a rate determined by university policy.

For more information, please view pay rates under College of Aerospace, Computing, Engineering, and Design (CACED): Affiliate-Rates-AY-25-26.

How to Apply

Candidates must apply online through MSU Denver’s career site. Complete applications will include the following materials:

• Curriculum vitae
• Cover letter
• Copies of all unofficial transcripts
• Copies of certifications, if applicable (please copy front and back)
• A list of three professional references and their contact information

Applicants will notice on the application portal there is one location to upload all required materials. Multiple documents can be submitted into this one field; alternatively, merge all documents into one PDF and upload. Once submitted, you will not be able to edit your application.

Official transcripts will be required of the candidate selected for hire.

Open Until Filled

Posting Representative: Tanya Rogowsky

Posting Representative Email: [e-mail]

Benefits

The University’s benefits package is comprehensive and offers medical, vision and dental, free RTD pass, tuition reimbursement, as well as life and supplemental insurance plans, retirement plans and other programs, such as access to a long-term disability (LTD) plan. Visit MSU Denver’s benefits website to learn more.

For a brief overview, please see: https://www.msudenver.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/MSU-Benefit-Summary.pdf.

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at [e-mail].

Background Checks

Metropolitan State University of Denver conducts background checks on all finalists for positions at the University prior to employment to ensure a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students, and visitors.

Diversity Statement

Metropolitan State University of Denver is a unique, access-oriented campus community that values diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms. Our student population consists of nearly 58% first-generation students and over 50% students of color. We are a designated Hispanic Serving Institution located in downtown Denver. We strive to provide a culture of belonging for all community members to achieve personal and professional success.