"Faculty, Tenure-Track, Assistant Professor - Construction Technologies"

Job Description

Salary:

Depends on Qualifications

Job Type:

FT Faculty

Job Number:

FY2605451

Closing:

2/16/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

Location:

800 W University Parkway, Orem

Division:

VP Academic Affairs

Position Announcement

The Department of Construction Technologies (www.uvu.edu/ct) invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position to begin August 1, 2026.

The construction technologies faculty member develops and teaches undergraduate courses that include a wide range of construction management topics, strategies, techniques, theories, practices, etc. commonly applied in the United States. Additionally, faculty members advise and mentor students and interact with local businesses or industry organizations. The faculty member engages in scholarly activities that contribute to the mission of the university, department, and profession. In addition, the faculty provides service at the department, college, and university levels.

Utah Valley University places a strong emphasis on teaching. Faculty members are expected to develop a learning environment and activities that help students achieve their learning objectives. UVU encourages applicants with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and expertise to apply.

The Construction Technologies Department offers an ABET-accredited degree in BS Construction Management. The department is most interested in candidates with experience in commercial construction, project management software, industry and industry association relationships. All full-time faculty teach one evening per week. Faculty and staff also work closely with Alumni at department events and often visit current job sites managed by graduates and sometimes managed by students. Many alumni stay involved as guest speakers or student mentors. Approximately 91% of all construction management students work full time in the industry during school.

Utah Valley University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and retirement contribution.

Summary of Responsibilities

• Instructs, manages, and supervises individuals and groups in classrooms, online, and laboratories, through demonstration, discussion, visual aids, individualized instruction, lectures, and other appropriate methods for educational delivery.
• Plans, prepares, and follows an approved course of study that includes measurable objectives for each course taught. Prepares instructional materials. Evaluates student performance using appropriate testing and grading procedures.
• Engages in scholarly activities including applied research and produces scholarly/creative work consistent with disciplinary specialization and the academic goals of the department.
• Serves the department, college, and university by attending departmental meetings, working on committees, and accepting other service appointments.

Qualifications / Licenses / Certifications

• Graduation from an accredited institution with a Master's degree in construction management, architecture, business, engineering, or other related field.
• Commercial construction management experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited institution with a doctorate in construction management, architecture, business, engineering, or other related field.
• Five or more years of experience managing construction projects in the United States.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent talking, hearing, sitting, walking, and standing.
• Frequent use of fine-hand manipulation associated with the use of a computer.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Knowledge

• Knowledge of codes, delivery methods, estimating, scheduling, contracts, materials and methods, plan reading, construction software, safety, building science, sustainability, etc.
• Construction project management and controls.
• Commercial construction best practices for project managers, project engineers, superintendents, foremen, etc.
• Knowledge of construction delivery methods, contracts, management strategies, and project controls, building codes.
• Standard industry materials and installation methods.

Skills

• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Strong program coordination skills
• Effective verbal and technical written communication skills
• Effective interpersonal, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Strong presentation and proposal skills

Abilities

• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, students, agency administrators, and community practitioners from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to demonstrate sound judgment and initiative in solving problems.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to interpret the University's core values (exceptional care, exceptional accountability, exceptional results).
• Ability to plan measurable objectives, prepare instructional materials, and follow an approved curriculum.
• Ability to assess student work and maintain and submit accurate and current plans, reports, and records involving student accountability, attendance, and performance.
• Ability to use a classroom learning management system, such as Canvas.
• Ability to conduct scholarship/creative works and service and have teaching interests that align with the construction technologies discipline.
• Ability to relate with students and effectively teach, train, and mentor students.