Professor - Construction Management (Open Rank)

Abilene Christian University•Abilene, TX

3d•Onsite

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 willing to support the university's Christian mission. 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 teaching excellence and provide intentional student mentorship is expected. The candidate will also establish a sustainable research or scholarly program that prioritizes undergraduate student participation. The Department of Engineering, founded in 2012, serves approximately 200 students and its program is ABET/EAC accredited under “General Engineering.” The department is preparing for accreditation in Civil, Electrical, and Mechanical Engineering in Fall 2027, offering a robust academic environment for the expanding Construction Management program. Applications are reviewed until the position is filled.

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.
Must 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.)

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.