Lecturer: Construction Management & Quantity Surveying (6-month contract)

Cput Sa; Bellville; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Part time

Job summary

Cape Peninsula University of Technology is seeking a Lecturer in Construction Management & Quantity Surveying on a 6-month contract. The role involves teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels and contributing to department teaching and learning goals.

Responsibilities include lecturing across multiple programs, academic administration, research supervision, and participation in accreditation and industry partnerships. Closing date is 13 November 2026.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Construction Management or Quantity Surveying (or closely related).
• At least 2 years of teaching experience in higher education and 2 years of industrial experience in the Built Environment.
• Registration with SACPCMP or SACQSP recommended.

Responsibilities

• Lecturing at Diploma, Advanced Diploma and Postgraduate Diploma levels.
• Academic administration and coordination.
• Conducting research and postgraduate supervision.
• Support for SACPCMP/SACQSP accreditation activities and quality assurance.
• Industry advisory committees and partnerships involvement.
• Community engagement, WIL and service-learning initiatives.
• Recruitment, admissions and marketing activities.

Skills

Teaching experience

Industrial experience in Built Env.

Professional registration recommended

Education

Master’s degree in Construction Management or Quantity Surveying

Base qualifications in Construction Management/Building/Quantity Surveying

Job description

Lecturer: Construction Management & Quantity Surveying (6-month contract) - (9053)

Job Title

Lecturer: Construction Management & Quantity Surveying (6-month contract)

Faculty

Department

Cape Peninsula University of Technology -> Engineering and the Built Environment -> Built Environment

Campus/ Location

Job Type

Contract

Occupational Function

Support / Admin

Number of Positions

1

Annual Salary Package (incl. Medical Aid rate based on principal member only)

To be confirmed

Advert Closing Date

13/11/2026

Job Purpose

• The ability to teach at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels and produce prospective graduates in the fields of (i) Construction Management and (ii) Quantity Surveying.
• Contribute to academic initiatives undertaken by the department to enhance learning according to the needs of the industry and the department’s teaching & learning goals.
• Incorporate teaching & learning, and research & innovation outcomes into an academic project.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• A Master’s degree in Construction Management or Quantity Surveying. All base qualifications must be in Construction Management/Building/ Quantity Surveying.
• At least 2 years relevant teaching experience in higher education and 2 years industrial experience in the Built Environment.
• Registration with the South African Council for the Project and Construction Management Professions (SACPCMP) or the South African Council for the Quantity Surveying Profession (SACQSP) is recommended.

Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities

• Lecturing on the Diploma, Advanced Diplomas and Postgraduate Diploma levels.
• Academic administration,
• Conducting research and postgraduate supervision,
• Participation in SACPCMP and SACQSP professional body accreditation,
• Participation in Quality Assurance activities,
• Participation in Industry Advisory Committees & partnerships,
• Assisting with Community engagement, WIL and service learning initiatives
• Assisting with recruitment, admissions and marketing.
• Language proficiency: English and any other official language,
• Proficiency in English (written and spoken)
• Computer literacy in MS Office with good organizational and time management skills
• Knowledge and understanding of the latest technology and developments in the field of Construction Management & Quantity Surveying.
• Good communication and presentation skills
• Ability to work independently
• Knowledge of continuous evaluation and integrated assessmentStrong learner focus
• Interpersonal skills
• Coaching and mentoring skills
• Team member
• Aptitude for continuous learning

General Information

Closing Date: 13 November 2026

The Cape Peninsula University of Technology is committed to Employment Equity and aims to attract and retain talented individuals to achieve our equity objectives and therefore, people from the designated groups, including those with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to applicants whose appointment contributes towards the achievement of demographic representation. We reserve the right not to make an appointment.

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