Lecturer: Construction Management Technology

Usmd; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 66,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plans

Tuition remission

Paid holidays

Sick leave

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Maryland is seeking a full-time Lecturer in Construction Management. The role involves teaching undergraduate courses, advising students, and engaging with local businesses. Candidates must possess a Master's degree in a relevant field and demonstrate expertise in construction management software. A commitment to diversity and student engagement is essential. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited U.S. institution in a relevant field.
• Demonstrated expertise in construction management software applications.
• Experience developing and delivering online courses.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in construction management (70%).
• Advise students and engage with local businesses and industries (10%).
• Provide service to the discipline and university (10%).

Skills

Teaching at the postsecondary level

Expertise in construction management software

Strong communication skills

Ability to multitask

Education

Master’s degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

Construction management software

Job description

# **Job Description Summary**Organization's Summary Statement: Department of the Built Environment School of Business, Engineering, Applied Sciences, Technology, and Tourism Management (Position Located at the Universities at Shady Grove, Rockville, MD) Introduction The School of Business, Engineering, Applied Sciences, Technology, and Tourism Management at The University of Maryland Eastern Shore invites applications from candidates with a passion for teaching, mentoring, and applied research in construction management for a full-time 9-month non-tenure track Lecturer position to support the Construction Management Technology degree program at the Universities at Shady Grove (USG) located in Rockville, Maryland. Benefits: UMES offers exciting opportunities for professional growth. Generous benefits include health benefits (medical, prescription, dental, flexible spending accounts), Retirement (State or Optional Retirement Plan with Fidelity or TIAA), Supplemental Retirement Accounts (TIAA, Fidelity, or MSRP-Nationwide) with $600 annual state match, Life Insurance (state sponsored MetLife, USM sponsored MetLife Plan, life insurance and long-term disability insurance), Tuition Remission, Employee Assistance Program, paid holidays, sick leave 15 days per year, and collegial leave. About the Department The Department of the Built Environment has the following academic programs: • B.S. in Construction Management Technology • B.S. in Technology and Engineering Education • M.Ed. in Career and Technology Education (offered at the Baltimore Museum of Industry in Baltimore, MD) About the School The School is home to six academic departments: • Aviation Sciences • Business, Management, and Accounting • Computer Science and Engineering Technology • Engineering • Hospitality and Tourism Management • The Built Environment The School also offers several programs at University System of Maryland (USM) regional centers and off-campus locations, including the Universities at Shady Grove, USM-Hagerstown, and the Baltimore Museum of Industry. About the University UMES is a land-grant, historically Black institution founded in 1886 as the Delaware Conference Academy. It became Maryland State College in 1948 and joined the University of Maryland system in 1970. Since 1988, it has been part of the University System of Maryland, now comprising 13 campuses. UMES enrolls over 2,400 students and is fully accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. Located approximately 15 miles south of Salisbury, Maryland, the campus is within commuting distance of Baltimore, Washington D.C., Philadelphia, and New York. Responsibilities •Teach undergraduate courses in construction management and related topics (70%), •Provide service to the discipline, university, and community (10 %), •Advise students and engage with local businesses and industries (10%), •Maintain current professional knowledge in construction management (5%), •Support student development through extracurricular activities and mentoring (5%), and •Perform other duties as assigned. Required Minimum Qualifications •Master’s degree from a recognized, accredited U.S. institution in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Built Environment, Construction Engineering, Design, or a closely related field with a construction emphasis. •Demonstrated expertise in construction management software applications, particularly in estimating and bidding, safety, planning and scheduling, and project modeling/control. Physical Demands: •May require extended periods of standing, bending, stooping, sitting at desk. •May require lifting up to 25 lbs. •Requires communication with a variety of constituents externally and internally. •Requires operation of a variety of office equipment. Preferences: •Ph.D. from a regionally accredited U.S. institution in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Civil Engineering, Built Environment, Design, or a closely related discipline with a construction emphasis. •Demonstrated excellence in teaching at the postsecondary level. •Proven record of scholarship, including peer-reviewed publications, professional presentations, and successful grant proposals. •Experience in developing and delivering online courses. •Familiarity with accreditation standards and processes, particularly ACCE or ABET. •Experience working effectively with culturally diverse populations •Strong oral and written communication skills. •Commitment to student engagement through leadership in extracurricular activities such as club sponsorship, competition team coaching, and event organization. Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities •Ability to multitask and collaborate effectively. •Strong interpersonal and written communication skills. •Dedication to teaching excellence and student mentoring.# **Additional Job Details****Position Located at the Universities at Shady Grove, Rockville, MD)****Note:** Degrees earned outside the U.S. may require verification. Candidates are responsible for providing documentation.**Required Application Materials:** Qualified applicants must submit:* Cover letter detailing experience with face-to-face and online course delivery* Curriculum vitae.* A statement of teaching experience and interests, including philosophy, pedagogical approaches, mentoring experience, and ideas to promote equity and inclusion.* Contact information for three professional references, current or past supervisor (references will not be contacted without prior consent).****All applicants must apply using the new online application system.Please visit to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship. **Best Consideration Date: N/A** **Posting Close Date: N/A** **Open Until Filled: Yes**# **Department**UMES-BNTC-The Built Environment# **Worker Sub-Type**Faculty Regular# **Salary Range**$66,000 - $70,000# **EEO Statement**UMES is an EEO/AA employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.# **Diversity Statement**The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) is an equal access, equal opportunity institution fully committed to diversity in education and employment. All students, employees, and the campus community at UMES are valued, respected, and have the opportunity to receive an equitable experience in an inclusive, welcoming environment of openness and appreciation.# **Title IX Statement**It is the policy of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) to comply with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits discrimination (including sexual harassment and sexual violence) based on sex in the University's educational programs and activities. Title IX also prohibits retaliation for asserting or otherwise participating in claims of sex discriminations or harassment.