Continuing Education Instructor - Construction
About The Position
Kennedy-King College is seeking a knowledgeable and passionate Continuing Education Construction Instructor to prepare and deliver industry-relevant instruction in construction estimating, scheduling, project management, and project controls. The instructor will provide engaging classroom and hands-on learning experiences that equip adult learners with the practical skills necessary to pursue careers and advancement opportunities within the construction industry. The successful candidate will leverage substantial construction industry experience to connect classroom instruction to real-world applications while fostering student success, workforce readiness, and career development.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Civil Engineering, Architecture, Engineering Technology, or a related field; or an associate degree combined with significant industry experience.
- Minimum of five (5) years of professional experience in construction estimating, scheduling, project management, project controls, or a related construction field.
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Project and/or Primavera P6.
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
- Strong verbal, written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to effectively instruct, coach, and mentor adult learners.
- Ability to relate industry experience to practical classroom instruction.
Nice To Haves
- Certified Construction Manager (CCM) certification.
- Certified Cost Professional (CCP) certification.
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety certification.
- Primavera P6 Certification.
- Previous teaching, training, mentoring, or workforce development experience.
- Experience working on commercial, industrial, infrastructure, public-sector, or large-scale construction projects.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and deliver instruction in construction estimating, scheduling, project management, and related construction topics.
- Develop lesson plans, classroom activities, assignments, and assessments that align with industry standards and workforce needs.
- Facilitate engaging learning experiences for adult learners using lectures, demonstrations, case studies, and hands-on exercises.
- Teach students how to develop construction cost estimates, budgets, bid proposals, and project schedules.
- Provide instruction on Critical Path Method (CPM) scheduling and project management best practices.
- Utilize construction management software and instructional technology to support student learning.
- Assess student performance and provide timely feedback and academic support.
- Maintain accurate attendance, grade, and course records.
- Support student retention, completion, and employment outcomes.
- Collaborate with Continuing Education staff, Academic Affairs, Student Services, Career Services, and industry partners.
- Assist with curriculum development, updates, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Stay current on emerging practices, technologies, and trends within the construction industry.
- Participate in recruitment, outreach, and workforce development activities as assigned.
Benefits
- Information is found at https://www.ccc.edu/departments/Benefits/
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
