Construction Education Leader: Estimating, Scheduling & PM

City Colleges of Chicago; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

City Colleges of Chicago’s Kennedy-King College seeks a knowledgeable Continuing Education Construction Instructor to prepare and deliver industry-relevant instruction in estimation, scheduling, project management, and CPM.

The instructor will connect classroom learning to real-world applications, using lectures, case studies, and hands‑on exercises to boost workforce readiness and career development for adult learners. Courses may be offered daytime, evening, and weekend hours.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field, or an associate degree with significant industry experience.
• Minimum of five years of professional experience in construction estimating, scheduling, project management, or related field.
• PMP certification.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Project and/or Primavera P6.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to instruct, coach, and mentor adult learners.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver instruction in construction estimating, scheduling, project management, and related topics.
• Develop lesson plans, activities, assignments, and assessments aligned with industry standards.
• Facilitate engaging learning experiences using lectures, demonstrations, case studies, and hands-on exercises.
• Teach students to develop cost estimates, budgets, bids, and project schedules.
• Provide instruction on CPM scheduling and project management best practices.
• Utilize construction management software and instructional technology to support learning.
• Assess student performance and provide timely feedback and academic support.
• Maintain attendance, grade, and course records.
• Support student retention, completion, and employment outcomes.
• Collaborate with Continuing Education staff and industry partners.
• Assist with curriculum development and continuous improvement.
• Stay current on emerging practices and trends in construction.

Skills

Construction management

Estimating

Scheduling

CPM

Budgeting

Instruction

Communication

Leadership

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field

Associate degree with significant industry experience

Tools

Microsoft Project

Primavera P6

Microsoft Excel

Brightspace/Blackboard/Canvas

Microsoft Teams/Zoom

Job description

City Colleges of Chicago’s Kennedy-King College seeks a knowledgeable Continuing Education Construction Instructor to prepare and deliver industry-relevant instruction in estimation, scheduling, project management, and CPM.

The instructor will connect classroom learning to real-world applications, using lectures, case studies, and hands‑on exercises to boost workforce readiness and career development for adult learners. Courses may be offered daytime, evening, and weekend hours.