Professor - Construction Management (Open Rank)
About The Position
The Department of Engineering at Abilene Christian University (ACU) invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position. ACU is affiliated with the fellowship of the Church of Christ, and this position requires the employee to be a professing Christian and to support the Christian mission of ACU. The successful candidate will be a talented engineer and dedicated follower of Christ, eager to shape the next generation of engineers through teaching, mentorship, research, and program-building. A strong desire to develop excellence in teaching and provide intentional mentorship to students is expected. The candidate will also establish a sustainable research or scholarly program that prioritizes the active participation of undergraduate students. The Department of Engineering, founded in 2012, serves approximately 200 students and is currently ABET/EAC accredited under “General Engineering.” It will be seeking accreditation in Civil, Electrical, and Mechanical Engineering in Fall 2027, offering a robust academic environment for the expanding Construction Management program.
Requirements
- Master's or Doctorate degree in construction management, engineering, business, or a closely related construction field.
- Past record of effective communication, teamwork, and planning skills.
- Record of or demonstrated potential for scholarly work.
- Be a professing Christian and willing to support the Christian mission of ACU.
Nice To Haves
- Classroom or laboratory teaching experience at the University level.
- Significant professional field experience in the construction management industry.
- Professional certification or licensure within construction, construction management, or engineering related fields.
- Demonstrated ability to gain research or external project funding for scholarly work.
- Experience with construction software (eg., Primavera, MS Project, Procore, Bluebeam, BIM, etc.).
- Terminal degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or a closely related construction discipline.
Responsibilities
- Deliver effective instruction across a range of foundational and discipline-specific construction management courses and laboratories.
- Implement evidence-based instructional methods that reflect current best practices in construction and engineering pedagogy.
- Lead the development and execution of experiential learning activities, hands-on instruction, and project-based coursework.
- Collaborate on the continuous improvement of curriculum and facilities to support the program's initial accreditation process.
- Establish a sustainable program of scholarly activity consistent with your expertise and the university’s mission.
- Actively involve undergraduate students in applied research or scholarly projects, providing them with high-impact professional experiences.
- Pursue opportunities for external funding, industry sponsorships, and peer-reviewed dissemination of findings.
- Mentor construction management students in their academic progress, career planning, and professional development.
- Assist the program Chair in building industry partnerships and navigating the program accreditation process.
- Serve as a faculty advisor for student professional organizations and departmental or university committees.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
