"Assistant Professor, Construction Management"

Job Description Summary

The Sweeney Programs of Construction Management (CM) at Wentworth Institute of Technology in Boston invites applications for a full-time regular-appointment track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor to start in August 2026. This position will have an initial appointment to the Myles and Eugenia Sweeney Professorship, a distinguished 3-year term recognizing notable academic work and service, with a unique impact in the field. The successful candidate will contribute to excellence in teaching, research, and service with a strong focus on integrating digital technologies and artificial intelligence (AI) tools into construction management education.

The Myles and Eugenia Sweeney Professorship include:

• Annual salary supplement of $3,000
• Annual research budget of $5,000 to support scholarly work, student engagement, curriculum development, and professional travel

This professorship honors Wentworth alumnus Myles Sweeney, Class of 1928, and his wife Eugenia, a Milwaukee native and retired physical therapist, whose enduring generosity has supported key campus landmarks including Sweeney Field, the Sweeney Nanotechnology Lab, and the Sweeney Pavilion, and celebrates Eugenia’s legacy through an annual award for academic and athletic excellence among student-athletes.

Note: The faculty appointment is regular-appointment-track and ongoing; the Myles and Eugenia Sweeney Professorship designation and associated funding are for a 3-year term.

About Wentworth

Located in the heart of Boston, Wentworth is a private institution known as a university of opportunity with a high return on investment for its graduates. Our mission is to empower, inspire, and innovate through experiential learning and a student-centered approach to education.

Housed by the School of Management (SOM) and with more than 400 students enrolled in the program, the Sweeney Programs of Construction Management is one of the most popular majors at Wentworth. The program offers concentrations in Infrastructure Management and Real Estate & Facility Management. Both baccalaureate and master’s programs in CM are accredited by the American Council for Construction Education (ACCE).

The CM faculty comprises individuals from a wide range of professional and academic backgrounds, bringing diverse perspectives to teaching, research, and industry engagement. All faculty members have significant industry experience, including consulting, entrepreneurship, and leadership in project management. Collaboration is highly encouraged and actively supported, fostering a dynamic environment for interdisciplinary research, student mentorship, and innovative teaching initiatives.

To learn more about the CM program, including its courses, please go to: https://catalog.wit.edu/management/construction-management/construction-management-bs/

Job Requirements

Teaching Responsibilities

The successful candidate will teach a combination of lecture and laboratory courses at both the undergraduate and graduate level across a range of construction management topics, including, but not limited to: Introduction to the Built Environment, Introduction to Plan Reading & BIM, Building Construction, Building Systems, Estimating, Quality Control and Assurance, Construction Project Management, and Senior Project.

Other responsibilities for this position will include:

• Develop new and / or improved curriculum and teaching resources by using innovative instructional methods
• Develop new courses and electives that enhance the CM curriculum
• Provide reliable, accurate and effective student advising and mentoring
• Pursue impactful scholarly work including, but not limited to, presentations, pedagogical studies, conference and journal publications, undergraduate research, and internally/externally funded grants
• Participate in service activities at the program, school, and university levels; and collaborate with related disciplines
• Engage in professional development opportunities that foster continuous improvement and growth
• Establish strong relationships with the construction industry and pursue opportunities to collaborate

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in construction management or closely related field
• Proven work experience in the construction industry, or equivalent
• Relevant teaching experience at college or university level
• Strong commitment to undergraduate and graduate teaching and mentorship

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ph.D. degree in Construction Management or closely related field
• Minimum 3 years of full-time work experience in the construction industry, or equivalent
• Familiarity with novel learning environments and instructional technologies
• Demonstrated ability to integrate digital and AI-based tools into teaching and research
• Proficiency with software relevant to construction management, such as Revit, Navisworks, On-Screen takeoff, Bluebeam, and Procore

Position Details

The position includes a comprehensive benefits package and a competitive salary. Benefits are described briefly HR: https://wit.edu/careers/work-wentworth

At this time, the university is unable to sponsor applicants for H-1B visas.

It is expected that the salary range for this position is between $89,042 and $99,905. The low end of the pay range in all faculty searches is at the minimum salary for the rank per the collective bargaining agreement between Wentworth Institute of Technology and the Wentworth Faculty Federation, Local 2403, AFT MA, AFL-CIO (the “Faculty Federation” or “Federation”). The specific pay for this position will be determined by the University based on consideration of all relevant factors when and if it decides to extend an offer of employment. The range does not include any salary stipend from a named-professorship. Note that these are two semester equivalent salaries.

This position comes with a 10% retirement contribution (no matching required) according to the current Collective Bargaining Agreement with the Wentworth Faculty Federation.

Wentworth uses a three-semester per year schedule. The faculty contracts are for two semesters (fall and spring) with optional summer teaching, which is paid on a prorated basis of the provided two-semester salary. This means the annual compensation could reach 1.5 times the provided two-semester salary, depending on the availability of summer classes.

Applicants should submit a single PDF package containing the following materials:

• A one-page cover letter
• A curriculum vitae
• A teaching statement describing experiences in, and approaches to, teaching and mentoring students (2 pages)
• A research statement describing research interests, accomplishments, and future research plans (2 pages)
• Names and contact information for a minimum of three references. Candidates will be notified before the University contacts their references.

Review of applications is scheduled to begin in January 2026 and will continue until the position is filled.

For additional information, contact Prof. Cristina Cosma, Ph.D., Search Committee Chair (cosmac@wit.edu)

Compensation and Benefits

Wentworth Institute of Technology is committed to fair, transparent, and legally compliant compensation practices. We believe that clarity about pay structures and ranges supports equity, fosters trust, and ensures a positive workplace for all employees.

Please visit here to see the comprehensive benefits package offered to support the best experience for our employees. https://wit.edu/careers/work-wentworth

Inclusive Excellence at Wentworth

Inclusive Excellence is one of the four pillars of the Strategic Plan. Actively and intentionally cultivating a diverse and culturally competent institution where each member has the opportunity and support to reach their full potential and make contributions to our campus community and beyond is Inclusive Excellence at Wentworth.

To find out more about the Wentworth’s commitment to Inclusive Excellence, please visit the website https://wit.edu/about/inclusive-excellence.

All applicants have the right to accessibility support and accommodations. To request accessibility support or accommodations, contact the Executive Director of Equity and Compliance, Catlin Wells, at wellsc1@wit.edu.