Assistant or Associate Professor - Construction Management

Boise State University • Boise, ID

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Boise State University Department of Construction Management (CM) seeks to hire two full-time, 9-month tenure-track professors, one at the Assistant rank and one at the Assistant or Associate rank, beginning Spring 2027 or Fall 2027. The successful candidate will bring construction management industry expertise and innovative scholarship to our growing program. As part of our accomplished and supportive faculty, you’ll contribute to a thriving, forward-thinking program that’s experiencing exciting growth, including the launch of our new state-of-the-art ESI CM Building. This faculty position includes teaching face-to-face undergraduate courses, conducting research and publishing in areas related to construction management, and contributing to the department’s service and outreach activities.

Requirements

• PhD in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a closely related field required; ABD candidates will be considered if the degree is conferred before the start date.
• One (1) year of U.S.-based industry experience related to construction.
• Demonstrated ability to teach construction management courses.
• Evidence of scholarly achievement in construction management or a closely related discipline, commensurate with rank.
• Evidence of, or potential for, developing and sustaining a successful research program, including pursuit of external funding.

Nice To Haves

• Teaching experience at the undergraduate level.
• A strong record of research, as evidenced by multiple publications in peer-reviewed journals.
• Experience in grant writing and securing external grant funding.
• Professional certifications or licenses related to the construction industry.
• Experience using current construction management technologies and industry software applications.
• Experience incorporating emerging technologies, including AI-related tools, into professional practice or instruction.
• Active membership in construction-related associations or organizations.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in areas such as introduction to construction management, construction materials & methods, drawings, specs & codes, construction estimating, scheduling, MEP Systems, construction surveying, construction safety, soils & construction equipment, project management, jobsite management, advanced concrete methods and materials, project cost controls, and/or statics and mechanics of materials.
• Develop a productive research program related to construction management, including grant writing, securing external funding, publishing in peer-reviewed journals, and presenting at academic conferences.
• Engage undergraduate students in research projects.
• Seek collaboration with graduate students from other related departments for research and mentoring opportunities.
• Participate in departmental discussions and decisions related to content, learning outcomes, and pedagogy in the program.
• Mentor students.
• Participate in service activities such as working with student organizations, clubs, and competition teams.
• Contribute to the department, college, and university through service on committees and participation in professional organizations.
• Demonstrate a team-player attitude.

Benefits

• 10.76% University contribution to your ORP retirement fund (Professional and Faculty employees)
• Excellent medical, dental and other health-related insurance coverages
• Tuition fee waiver benefits for employees, spouses, and their dependents
• Dual Career Assistance Support for spouses and partners

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree