Construction Technology Lecturer

UHI Inverness

Make the Move from Industry to Education

Permanent | Full-Time | Part-Time Applicants Welcome

Are you ready for a new challenge where your industry experience can make a real impact? Whether you're a seasoned professional or someone considering a move into education, this could be the next exciting step in your career.

Why This Role?

Civil Engineering and Construction Management are evolving fast and so is the demand for skilled professionals. At UHI Inverness, you’ll help develop the next generation of engineers and managers who will shape Scotland’s infrastructure and built environment.

You don’t need to be a qualified lecturer we’ll provide full training. What matters most is your expertise, enthusiasm and passion for helping others learn.

What You’ll Do

• Deliver engaging teaching across NC, HNC, and Graduate Apprenticeship degree programmes (SCQF 5–10)
• Teach in classrooms, workshops, labs and through blended learning
• Assist students in developing their knowledge, skills and confidence
• Develop high-quality learning materials and assessments
• Contribute to planning, curriculum development and continuous improvement

About You

Essential Requirements

• A minimum of an Honours degree (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Structural Engineering, or a closely related discipline
• Relevant, recent and demonstrable industry experience in civil engineering or construction management
• Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD)

Desirable Qualities

• Are a member of a relevant professional body (e.g. Institution of Civil Engineers, the Institution of Structural Engineers, the Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation, the Institute of Highway Engineers)
• Are a strong communicator with effective interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Have a positive, student focused approach and a passion for helping others develop‑focused approach and a passion for helping others develop
• Are enthusiastic about ongoing professional growth and learning

Teaching experience is welcome but not essential,we’ll support your journey into education with full training and development.

What We Offer

• 62 days annual leave per year (pro rata for part‑time staff)
• Membership of the Scottish Teachers Pension Scheme (SPPA)
• 10% discount at Highlife Highland
• Access to onsite commercial hair & beauty salon and gym facilities
• Occupational sick pay and a range of family‑friendly leave options
• Employee Assistance and Staff Support Programmes
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• £60 contribution towards glasses required for VDU use

If you’re excited about inspiring others and bringing your industry knowledge into a new environment, we’d love to hear from you.

The successful candidate will be required to obtain a satisfactory PVG Scheme check through Disclosure Scotland before employment begins.

UHI Inverness does not hold a sponsorship licence. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK, as we are unable to consider candidates requiring visa sponsorship.

We welcome feedback requests following interview; however, due to the volume of applications, we cannot provide feedback to applicants who are not shortlisted.

For queries or to request a manual application form, please contact the HR Team:
recruitment.ic@uhi.ac.ukor 01463 273210

Key Dates

Application Closing Date: Wednesday 11th March 2026

Shortlisting: 12th - 13th March 2026

In‑person Interviews: Friday 20th March 2026