Assistant Professor, Practice, Civil Engineering

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Engineering Technology or a closely related discipline from a nationally recognized institution.
• A master’s degree in construction engineering, civil engineering, construction management, or a closely related field is required.
• Ability to teach courses related to Construction Management (e.g., estimating; contracts and legal/regulatory issues; project management) and Construction Practices and Systems (e.g., plan reading and construction methods; sustainable construction practices; building systems including MEP)
• Significant professional experience in the construction industry.

• Professional Engineer (PE) licensure, or the ability to obtain licensure within one year of appointment.
• Relevant industry certifications (e.g., CCM, LEED AP, or related credentials).
• Ten (10) or more years of progressive industry experience in project execution and leadership roles within the construction sector.
• Well-networked within the Northeast Ohio construction industry.
• Experience with construction practice competitions and advising student competition teams

• Teach multiple undergraduate CET courses, including associated laboratories and applied/practical instruction.
• Deliver high-quality instruction grounded in professional practice.
• Contribute to curriculum enhancement aligned with industry standards and ABET outcomes.
• Engage in departmental, college, and university service activities.
• Support experiential learning initiatives and industry engagement activities within the Construction & Surveying Hub.

Application Instructions: In order to be considered for this position, please attach the necessary documents (Cover Letter, CV, Teaching philosophy/statement).

Any application materials that are requested beyond the CV can be uploaded in the Application Questions 2 of 2 section.

Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted through May 8th, 2026.

Compensation: The compensation for this position is commensurate with experience and qualifications. 

Union Affiliation (if applicable):

For assistance with your application or attachments, please contact the Human Resources representative listed:

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