Assistant Professor of Practice - Construction Management

University of Nebraska–Lincoln; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Durham School of Architectural Engineering and Construction at 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 position will teach undergraduate courses on City campus in Lincoln and Scott campus in Omaha, with responsibilities in service, outreach, and engagement with industry.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in CM/CE or related field.
• Minimum ten years of progression in construction experience.
• Strong record of exemplary accomplishments in the construction industry.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses at Lincoln (and Scott Campus in Omaha) as needed.
• Actively participate in service, outreach and community engagement.
• Demonstrate commitment to teaching excellence and engagement with industry.

Skills

Industry leadership

Teaching aptitude

Education

Bachelor of Science in construction management or construction engineering

Job description

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Employment Website

Assistant Professor of Practice - Construction Management

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Please address inquiries regarding this search to the chair of the search committee, Associate Professor of Practice Matthew Barrows, [e-mail] , [phone].

Position Information

Position Information

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

Working Title Assistant Professor of Practice - Construction Management

Department

Department Durham School of Arch Engr & Const-4975

Requisition Number

Requisition Number F_260095

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 09/28/2026

Application Review Date

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

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 10/30/2026

Posting Close Date

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

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required

Criminal History Background Check Required

Criminal History Background Check Required

Criminal History Background Check Required No

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? No

Planned Hire Date

Planned Hire Date 01/04/2027

Organizational Location

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