Assistant Professor of Practice - Construction Management

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Practice in Construction Management, beginning no later than January 2027. This is a non-tenure track, 9-month faculty appointment paid over 12 months.

The Durham School spans Lincoln and Omaha, offering collaborations with leading firms and opportunities to engage with industry while teaching in Lincoln (Kiewit Hall) and Scott Campus in Omaha.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in construction management or construction engineering.
• Ten years of construction experience in progressively responsible positions.
• Strong record of exemplary accomplishments in the construction industry.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses at Lincoln campus and occasionally on Scott campus in Omaha.
• Engage in service, outreach, and community engagement.
• Demonstrate commitment to teaching excellence and industry engagement.

Skills

Teaching experience

Industry experience

Education

BS in construction management / construction engineering

Job description

EEO Statement :

The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. See: Notice of Nondiscrimination

Working Title:

Assistant Professor of Practice - Construction Management

Department:

Durham School of Arch Engr & Const-4975

Requisition Number:

F_260095

Posting Open Date:

09/28/2026

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date):

10/30/2026

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Description of Work:

The Durham School of Architectural Engineering and Construction at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL) invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Practice position in the area of Construction Management and Construction Engineering beginning no later than January 2027. This is a non-tenure track, 9-month faculty appointment (paid over 12 months). The Durham School (https://engineering.unl.edu/durhamschool) is co-located in two cities, Lincoln and Omaha, which are approximately 50 miles apart. With approximately 30 faculty, 700 undergraduate students, and 100 graduate students, the Durham School is the only endowed academic unit ($30 million) in the UNL College of Engineering and has strong ties with several world-class construction firms, including Black & Veatch, Hensel Phelps, JE Dunn, Kiewit, McCarthy, Mortenson, Turner, Whiting-Turner, and many others. The position is expected to be based in Lincoln at Kiewit Hall, a $115 million teaching facility that serves as engineering’s academic hub (https://engineering.unl.edu/kiewit-hall/).

Focused on instructional programs, the person in this position is expected to teach undergraduate courses in the Durham School on City campus in Lincoln, and on Scott campus in Omaha, on occasion; actively participate in service, outreach, and community engagement; and demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching and engagement with industry.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelor of Science in construction management, construction engineering, or a related field.
• A strong record of exemplary accomplishments in the construction industry.
• No fewer than ten years of construction experience in a progressive series of responsible positions.

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least five (5) years of experience in the United States construction industry.
• Previous teaching experience through formal classroom settings or in professional industry settings (internal company training courses, professional short courses, etc.).
• Extensive knowledge of construction safety and OSHA certifications.

Work Location (City, State):

Lincoln, NE

Criminal History Background Check Required:

No

Job Category (old):

Faculty Non-Tenure Leading

Job Type:

9 Month

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?:

No

Planned Hire Date:

01/04/2027

Organizational Location:

Default Location