Construction Management Instructor - Pool - UCLA Extension

UCLA Extension; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

UCLA Extension seeks experienced professionals to serve as Part-Time Instructors for Construction Management and Plumbing System Design certificate programs. Instructors teach courses in 100% online, live-online, or in-person formats in Westwood or downtown Los Angeles.

Applicants should translate real-world expertise into engaging learning experiences for adult students, with industry experience required. Recruitment is ongoing to fill immediate needs.

Qualifications

• Passion for teaching and maintaining course development and upkeep.
• Industry professionals with up-to-date tools, technologies, and innovations.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and update course syllabi with Program Director.
• Prepare course materials and assessments in Canvas.
• Communicate course objectives and learning outcomes to students.

Skills

Teaching passion

Industry experience

Communication skills

Course development

Education

MS degree + 10y exp

BS degree + 15y exp

Job description

Position overview

Position title: Instructor

Salary range: See posting: https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF11445

Application Window

Open date: November 6, 2026

Final date: Wednesday, Jun 30, 2027 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Position description

UCLA Extension is considered one of the top programs of its kind, offering to more than 35,000 students per year approximately 4,500 classes and non-degree certificate programs to meet the professional development, continuing education, and personal enrichment needs of the full spectrum of nontraditional students as well as companies and organizations throughout and beyond the Los Angeles region.

Course / Program Description

The Engineering and Computer Science Academic Unit offers a wide variety of certificate programs and courses including post-baccalaureate credit-bearing (400-level) and continuing education (CEU) credit courses. Course disciplines span engineering, computer science and technical management subject areas. UCLA Extension courses and certificate programs offer students the opportunity to learn from highly qualified practitioners who hold advanced degrees and are passionate about teaching and can impart knowledge within their field of expertise.

UCLA Extension is seeking experienced professionals to serve as Part-Time Instructors for courses within our Construction Management and Plumbing System Design certificate programs. We are looking for passionate subject matter experts who can translate real-world expertise into an engaging and effective learning experience for adult students

Job Description

Construction Management instructor to teach courses in a variety of modalities as follows: 100% online, live-online (zoom), or in-person in Westwood or downtown Los Angeles.

We are looking for professionals who can convey their industry experience and knowledge to our students using actual work examples and applications of topics covered in the courses. Industry experience is a must.

Applications to teach are accepted throughout the year to fill immediate program needs and to increase the depth of the instructor pool. Qualified applicants possessing current knowledge and teaching experience in the following area(s) are encouraged to apply.

• Hospital and Laboratory Plumbing Systems Design
• Introduction to Building Information Modeling (BIM)
• Plumbing Systems Design
• Construction Management Fundamentals
• Construction Materials and Building Systems
• Construction Scheduling with Primavera (Procore experience too)
• Construction Cost and Estimating
• Legal Aspects of Construction Projects & Contracts
• Construction Job Site Management

Instructor Duties:

The primary responsibilities of the instructor are to ensure a high-quality, engaging, and relevant educational experience for students.

Curriculum Development

• Develop and/or update existing course syllabus in consultation with the UCLA Extension Program Director using the approved syllabus template.

Course Delivery & Preparation

• Prepare course materials (e.g., lectures, readings, assignments) and learning assessments (quizzes, projects) in the learning management system, Canvas.
• Clearly communicate and teach the course objectives and the specific learning outcomes to students.

Student Engagement & Support

• For 100% online instructional mode, hold once a week online office hours via Zoom for students to optionally participate to cover course-related topics and Q/A.
• Maintain weekly, and preferably daily, interaction with students’ discussion posts on Canvas to promote high engagement and collaboration for an optimum learning experience.
• Respond to student questions and learning needs in a timely manner.

Assessment & Grading

• Review students’ progress through the course and assign timely grading of all coursework.
• Enter final letter grades in the required portal at the end of each academic quarter.

General Employment Information

Employment as a UCLA Extension Instructor is dictated by contract terms and conditions. Please take the time to read the UCLA Extension Instructor Employment Policies.

For information on UCLA Extension instructor benefits, please visit Pay, Benefits, & Privileges

Division: https://www.uclaextension.edu/engineering/civil-environmental-engineering/certificate/construction-management

Instructor Resources: https://instructor.uclaextension.edu/

Qualifications

Basic qualifications

• Passion in teaching, subject matter expertise, and committed to course related development and maintenance.
• MS degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or Engineering and a minimum of 10 years of hands‑on industry experience OR BS degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or Engineering and 15 years of hands‑on industry experience.
• Professionals who are up to date with the latest tools, technologies, and innovations in the industry.
• Professionals who hold key positions within their industries.
• Must be committed to the highest level of academic standards and integrity.
• Highly effective oral and written communication skills, including the ability to convey conceptual and complex ideas and information.
• Highly effective interpersonal skills.

Application Requirements

Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae/Resume - Your most recently updated C.V / Resume.
• Cover Letter - Your most recently updated Cover Letter.

Reference requirements

References are requested from candidates after the interviewing stage, and references are only contacted for finalists via SkillSurvey system.

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About UCLA

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.

• "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer.
• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
• UC Anti-Discrimination Policy for Employees, Students and Third Parties
• APM - 035: Affitive Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment

Job location

Los Angeles, CA