CS Instructor - Estimating Construction Costs (PROP 1085)
About The Position
The CS Instructor is responsible for delivering and evaluating the PROP 1085: Estimating Construction Costs course in accordance with its curriculum and course outline. The instructor prepares materials aligned with course learning outcomes, plans lessons, and develops assignments and exams that reflect the integrated nature of the curriculum. The course is delivered on campus on Wednesdays from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., for 21 hours over seven weeks, from March 3 to April 14, 2027. Course topics include measuring the scope of construction work, assembling unit prices for measured items, summarizing and breaking down project cost estimates, and understanding work phases and scheduling. The instructor will design and update course slides, in-class exercises, and supporting instructional materials, drawing on practical construction and estimating experience and current industry practices. The instructor reports to the Program Coordinator and also performs course preparation, administrative, and student-support duties. This is a temporary, fixed-term position for the January 2027 term, with a stated salary of $81.73 per hour for 21 contract hours.
Requirements
- Practical experience in residential construction, construction estimating, project management, or a related field involving the preparation and review of construction cost estimates.
- Ability to explain estimating concepts using practical industry examples and working knowledge of current industry practices.
- A master’s degree in an appropriate discipline from an accredited university, or a license/designation in a related field; a bachelor’s degree in a related discipline is acceptable.
- Specialized training or exposure to the program area.
- Experience developing course materials or curriculum.
- Sound knowledge of contemporary adult education principles.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to develop and implement new strategies, policies, and procedures.
- Ability to interpret and apply College, government, agency, and departmental policies, procedures, and guidelines.
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to exercise a high level of initiative and responsibility.
- Ability to use tact and discretion when dealing with or settling complex requests or complaints.
- Ability to communicate effectively with people who have limited English language proficiency.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Nice To Haves
- Teaching experience in a similar course or related subject at a post-secondary institution.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and deliver the assigned course according to its curriculum and course outline.
- Develop and/or revise curriculum in consultation with the Program Coordinator as required.
- Update course structure, teaching methods, and evaluation tools as necessary.
- Select and apply appropriate resources to enhance curriculum delivery.
- Maintain current and comprehensive knowledge of assigned subject areas.
- Facilitate course learning outcomes and students’ educational goals.
- Create an environment conducive to purposeful learning and positive interaction.
- Monitor student performance and provide constructive feedback throughout the learning process.
- Record student attendance and administer student course evaluations according to stated procedures.
- Return classroom furniture and equipment to their original positions at the end of class.
- Submit reports and records, including final grade breakdowns, timesheets, and attendance registers, on time and according to procedures.
- Enter final grades into Langara’s student management system within 10 business days of the final class or exam.
- Model professional behaviour and appropriate appearance, and adhere to Langara College policies and procedures.
- Establish and maintain effective relationships with administrators, peers, support staff, students, and the community.
- Participate in scheduled meetings and appropriate college-related activities as requested by the Program Coordinator.
- Design and update course slides, in-class exercises, and supporting instructional materials.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Hybrid-work program for eligible positions.
- Vacation package and paid time off during the college winter closure.
- Employer-paid defined benefit pension plan.
- Potential eligibility for educational, training, and developmental programs.
- Access to on-site daycare, subject to availability.
- Tuition waivers for Langara College courses, subject to space availability.
- Course and program tuition reimbursements.
- Wellness classes and campus engagement events.
