Construction Management (CMGT) Teaching Specialist 2025-2026 Continuous Posting (# 370737)

TopSciNet; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 18,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Minnesota Twin Cities invites applications for Adjunct/Part-Time Teaching Specialists in the Construction Management (CMGT) program within CCAPS. The role involves competency-based instruction, curriculum development, and participation in program initiatives.

Appointments are semester-by-semester with 14- or 7-week terms, and a hybrid work arrangement. Candidates should hold a Bachelor’s in Construction Management (or related field) and have extensive teaching and industry

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field.
• Six+ years professional experience in construction management.
• Three+ years teaching experience in your area.
• Master’s degree in Construction Management or related field.
• Five+ years of industry experience in your area of specialization.
• Ph.D. or terminal degree in Construction Management or Adult Higher Education.
• Experience teaching online or hybrid courses.
• Strong applied pedagogy integrating theory with practice.
• Teaching experience in higher education or professional training.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging instruction in assigned CMGT courses.
• Update and maintain course materials as needed.
• Support program initiatives and curriculum development activities.
• Collaborate with the instructional design and technology team for course setup and delivery using the Canvas platform.
• Courses may cover topics such as contracts and legal/ethical issues; project planning, scheduling, estimating; safety and loss control; sustainability and building systems; BIM; cost accounting and LEAN construction; building codes, materials and structures.

Skills

Teaching experience

Online/Hybrid teaching

Curriculum development

Applied pedagogy

Instructional design

Higher education teaching

Industry experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field

Master’s degree in Construction Management or related field

Ph.D. or terminal degree in Construction Management or Adult Higher Education

Job description

Construction Management (CMGT) Teaching Specialist 2025-2026 Continuous Posting (# 370737)

University of Minnesota Twin Cities, MN — USA

University of Minnesota Twin Cities, MN USA Posted Oct 21, 2025 Due Oct 20, 2026

Construction and Building Trades

Job Description

Type: Adjunct/Part-Time
Salary: $2,437 per credit
Posted: October 20, 2025
Category: Construction and Building Trades
Job ID: 370737

Position Overview

The University of Minnesota’s College of Continuing and Professional Studies (CCAPS) invites applications for Adjunct/Part-Time Teaching Specialists in the Construction Management (CMGT) program within the Undergraduate Applied and Professional Studies (uAPS) unit.

Teaching Specialists provide high-quality, competency-based instruction for Construction Management courses and contribute to curriculum development, program initiatives, and professional growth. Appointments are typically made on a semester-by-semester basis, with teaching opportunities available during full (14-week) or half (7-week) terms. Some elective courses rotate on a biennial schedule.

This position offers a flexible hybrid work arrangement, allowing instruction both in-person and online, depending on course format and program needs.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver engaging instruction in assigned CMGT courses.

Update and maintain course materials as needed.

Support program initiatives and participate in professional or curriculum development activities.

Collaborate with the instructional design and technology team for course setup and delivery using the Canvas platform.

Courses may cover areas such as:

Contracts and legal/ethical issues

Project planning, scheduling, and estimating

Safety and loss control

Sustainability and building systems

BIM (Building Information Modeling)

Cost accounting and LEAN construction

Building codes, materials, and structures

Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or a closely related field.

Six or more years of professional experience in construction management or a related discipline.

Three or more years of experience in your area of teaching expertise.

Preferred

Master’s degree in Construction Management or a related field.

Teaching experience in higher education or professional training.

Five or more years of industry experience in your area of specialization.

Ph.D. or terminal degree in Construction Management or Adult Higher Education.

Experience teaching online or hybrid courses.

Strong understanding of applied pedagogy that integrates theory with professional practice.

Applicants who meet the required qualifications but not all preferred criteria are still encouraged to apply.

About the Department

The Construction Management Program within CCAPS offers a Bachelor’s Degree, minor, and certificate options. The college is known for its student-centered, inclusive, and collaborative environment, serving learners from diverse backgrounds and stages of life.

CCAPS embraces the core values of Access, Learning, Inclusivity, Collaboration, and Excellence, supporting educational programs that range from professional development and degree programs to pre-college and lifelong learning opportunities.

Compensation and Benefits

• Pay Rate: $2,437 per credit hour.
• Retirement Plan Options: Available for Faculty, Civil Service, and Professional staff classifications.

Diversity and Equal Opportunity

The University of Minnesota is an equal opportunity educator and employer, committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

Employment is contingent upon a successful background check.

Applicants must be based in Minnesota, near the Wisconsin border, or open to relocation.

H-1B and Green Card sponsorships are not available for this position.

About the University

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC) is one of the nation’s largest and most respected public research universities, located in Minneapolis and St. Paul. UMTC has strong partnerships with global corporations, government agencies, and nonprofit organizations, offering students exceptional opportunities for academic and professional growth.

The university has been recognized by:

Star Tribune as Top Workplace (2021)

Forbes as Best Employer for Women and One of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023)