"Assistant Professor in Construction Management"

Job Summary

The Construction Management (CM) Department in the College of Architecture & Environmental Design at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, is seeking applications for a tenure track Assistant Professor position to start in the 2026-27 academic year. The CM Department is a tight-knit group of faculty and staff working to provide students with the best possible education and the help they need to succeed academically and prepare for the challenges they can expect in the professional world. We are seeking candidates who share our commitment to diversity and teaching excellence and who are grounded in professional experience. Successful candidates are expected to contribute to fostering an inclusive environment and conducting teaching and scholarly activities that cultivate diverse communities that shape the built environment.

Candidates should have a strong interest in and are expected to:

1. Teach and develop courses in the construction management program;
2. Advise students to help them attain academic and professional success;
3. Work with and mentor student organizations and competition teams;
4. Collaborate with related disciplines, industry partners, and communities;
5. Pursue professional development that includes scholarly activities

Salary commensurate with education and experience of the individual selected. Anticipated hiring range: $99,996 to $110,004.

Required Qualifications

1. A master's degree in construction or a construction-related field from an accredited institution.
2. 5 years of relevant professional experience in the United States construction industry or comparable international experience. Individuals with an earned doctorate in construction or a construction-related field shall receive credit for the equivalent of two years of professional construction experience.
3. Ability to communicate effectively, work cooperatively with students, faculty, staff, and administrators from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds, conduct themselves professionally, and perform appropriate service functions at the department, college, and university levels.
4. Specialization in a scholarly area that addresses topics applicable to the construction industry and demonstrated ability and commitment to pursue scholarly activities.
5. Demonstrated proficiency in the written and oral use of the English language.

Preferred Qualifications

1. A PhD or doctoral degree in construction or a construction-related field.
2. Demonstrated record of scholarly activities that contribute to the field of construction management.
3. Professional certifications or licenses related to the construction industry.
4. 3 years of relevant professional experience in project management or a supervisory capacity.
5. Experience in working with diverse populations and fostering a collaborative, supportive, and inclusive environment.
6. A teaching specialization in one of the following areas, but not limited to: industrial construction, defense/marine facilities, renewable energy systems, MEP building systems, and data centers.

About the Department

The Construction Management Department is one of five departments in Cal Poly’s College of Architecture and Environmental Design. It offers an ACCE-accredited, 4-year Bachelor of Science in Construction Management degree program, a minor in Construction Management, and sponsors interdisciplinary minors in Heavy Civil Construction and Real Property Development. The Department maintains close ties with industry and takes pride in its career-oriented programs focused on practical application. As part of the college’s commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration, Construction Management partners with Architecture, Architectural Engineering, City and Regional Planning, Civil Engineering, and Landscape Architecture. The Department currently has 17 full-time faculty, 13 part-time faculty and over 500 undergraduate majors.

About the University

Founded in 1901, Cal Poly is one of only five comprehensive polytechnic universities in the nation. It has approximately 21,000 undergraduate, 800 post-baccalaureate/graduate students. U.S. News and World Report has ranked Cal Poly #1 among public master's universities in the western United States for 26 consecutive years. A primarily undergraduate university, Cal Poly offers academically focused students 65 baccalaureate degrees and 39 master's degrees. Operating on the quarter calendar system, Cal Poly takes pride in its "Learn by Doing" approach to teaching and learning, which has characterized Cal Poly since its founding. One of the 23 campuses of the California State University system, Cal Poly has a statewide mandate as a polytechnic university. Situated on 1,321 acres, 155 of which make up the campus core, Cal Poly is one of the largest land-holding universities in the nation and uses all of its land holdings in active support of its educational programs.

Cal Poly is located in historic San Luis Obispo, a city of 47,500, just twelve miles from the Pacific Ocean and midway between San Francisco and Los Angeles on California's scenic Central Coast. With excellent public education resources, recreational facilities and an expanding dedication to the arts, the area is known for its scenic landscapes, extraordinary temperate climate, and an abundance of outdoor activities.

How to Apply

To apply, applicants should complete a required online faculty application and attach the following documents: (1) a cover letter providing some details of the applicant's qualifications and interest in the position; (2) a current CV; (3) copy of unofficial transcripts (sealed official transcripts and letters of recommendation will be required for final consideration); and (4) a Universal Student Success Statement (See prompt below).

Prompt: Cal Poly is a public, student-centered university that serves the diverse constituents of the state of California and has a strong emphasis on the teacher-scholar model. Please detail your approach to teaching and learning at the collegiate level, including evidence of experience with inclusive, accessible, and intentional teaching, to a wide variety of students and a description of how you will continue to develop this expertise at Cal Poly. Service or scholarship related to skills developed in these areas might also be included here.

Please be prepared to provide three professional references with names and email addresses when completing the online faculty application. Applicants are encouraged to submit materials by the review begin date for full consideration; however, applications received after this date may be considered. REVIEW BEGIN DATE: February 9, 2026.

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