Assistant Instructional Professor - Construction Management

Pittsburg State University Crossland College of Technology; Pittsburg (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Pittsburg State University’s School of Construction is seeking two full-time, non-tenure earning Assistant Instructional Professors to support our Construction Management, Construction Engineering Technology, Safety Management and Interior Design programs.

First focus on construction methods/materials for freshman through junior courses, with second focus on upper-level contracts/management, capstone courses.

Qualifications

• BS in construction, engineering, engineering technology, management or closely related area.
• 5 years US full-time construction experience required.
• Graduate degree in CM, civil/structural eng, engineering technology, or related field preferred.
• Professional registrations/certifications encouraged (e.g., CPC, LEED, PE).
• 1+ year university teaching experience preferred.
• 10 years of managerial/supervisory construction experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with faculty to support instructional and program goals.
• Teaches 12 hours per semester; recruits students, advises, mentors, and engages with industry.
• T teaches courses in construction methods, contract management, estimating, CAD/graphics, or related topics.
• Develops and updates courses to reflect current industry practices and standards.
• Maintains educational technology competency for course delivery and management.
• Leverages construction/AEC technology tools for instruction and student engagement.
• Participates in service activities for the School of Construction and Crossland College of Technology as assigned by the Director.
• Delivers courses in-person on campus; maintains regular on-campus office hours.
• Abides by university background checks and start date: August 2027.

Skills

Teaching

Mentoring

Industry engagement

Course development

Student recruitment

Career advising

Education

BS in Construction/Engineering/Engineering Tech

Graduate degree preferred

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Pittsburg State University School of Construction has an opening for two (2) full-time Assistant Instructional Professor, non-tenure earning faculty position to support our 600+ major Construction Management, Construction Engineering Technology, Safety Management and Interior Design programs. First priority will be positions focused on construction methods/materials to support our freshman thru junior courses. Second priority will be a position to support our upper-level contracts/management, capstone courses.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Collaborates with faculty and staff to support the instructional and programmatic goals of the School of Construction
• Focuses on teaching (12 hours per semester), student recruitment, career advising, mentoring, and industry engagement
• Teaches courses in construction methods (sitework, concrete, plumbing, steel, HVAC, electrical, framing), construction/contract management, estimating, CAD/graphics, or other relevant courses within the School of Construction
• Develops, delivers, and updates courses in Construction Management and Construction Engineering Technology to reflect current industry practices and instructional standards
• Maintains computer competency for the effective use of educational technology and resources in course delivery and management
• Maintains technology competency (software/equipment) for the effective application and use of relevant areas of AEC industry technology
• Participates in service activities and projects supporting the School of Construction and Crossland College of Technology, as assigned by the Director and Dean
• Delivers assigned courses through in-person instruction on campus unless otherwise directed by Pittsburg State University
• Maintains regular on-campus office hours in line with your department and Pittsburg State University guidelines
• Education and Experience

Required Education And Experience – Time Of Hire

• Undergraduate degree (BS) in construction, engineering, engineering technology, management, business or a closely related construction technical area
• 5-years U.S. full-time construction experience

Preferred Education And Experience

• Graduate degree in construction management, civil or structural engineering, engineering technology, related field, or 10 years of US construction experience
• Record of professional society (AGC, NAHB, AIC, ASCE, ASEE, ASSE, etc.) engagement
• Professional registration/certifications (contractor’s license, CPC, LEED, PE, LS, OSHA, NCCER or others)
• 1+ year of university, college, or community college teaching experience
• 10 years of full-time U.S. construction or closely related technical experience in a managerial/supervisory position

Job Type:

Unclassified, Faculty, Non-Tenure Earning, Renewable Annually

Screening Services (Background Checks):

Your employment with Pittsburg State University is contingent on a satisfactory criminal background and sex offender check.

Position Start Date:

August 2027

Application Documents Required*:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Names and contact information (email and phone) of three references

First Consideration Date

January 15, 2027

Search Committee Chair:

James Otter ([e-mail])

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire, as the university does not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Additional information on the School of Construction:

http://www.pittstate.edu/construction/

Pittsburg State University is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a respectful and supportive environment for all employees.