American Association of Blacks in Higher Education
Assistant Professor of Practice, Construction Management
American Association of Blacks in Higher Education, Flagstaff, Arizona, United States, 86004
Assistant Professor of Practice, Construction Management
Northern Arizona University
Special Information
This position is an on‑site position which requires the incumbent to complete their work primarily at an NAU site, campus, or facility with or without accommodation. Opportunities for remote work are rare.
About the Department/College The Construction Management (CM) Program serves 345 undergraduate students and is accredited by the American Council for Construction Education. The Civil Engineering and Environmental Engineering Programs (CENE) jointly serve 287 undergraduate and 18 graduate students and are accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET. The CM Program receives substantial industry support, offering a Construct for Practice (C4P) lab and engaging students in industry‑supported competitions and field trips. Faculty includes recognized and award‑winning teachers with extensive construction and management experience.
About the Position We seek candidates with a passion for teaching undergraduate students who have recent and relevant domestic construction and/or engineering industry experience. The primary duties involve in‑person classroom teaching in the Construction Management Program, with optional teaching in the Civil Engineering Program depending on qualifications and departmental needs. The candidate will be hired as a full‑time, non‑tenure track, benefit‑eligible Assistant Professor of Practice for a nine‑month academic year beginning Fall 2026 on the Flagstaff Mountain Campus, with a possible earlier Spring start based on availability. The position is renewable pending satisfactory job performance and program need.
Five or more years of domestic construction and/or engineering experience and a master’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture or a related field.
Five or more years of domestic construction and/or engineering experience and a bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture or a related field; and Master of Business Administration or equivalent.
Ten or more years of domestic construction and/or engineering experience and a bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture or a related field.
Responsibilities Include Teach four classes each semester in areas based on qualifications, including (but not limited to) the following:
Infrastructure
Geotechnical
Project management and control
Construction project estimating and scheduling
Building systems
Construction materials, means and methods
Construction documentation (plan reading)
Additional responsibilities:
Manage courses using online Learning Management System (LMS).
Provide service to the department, university, and profession.
Participate in curriculum development.
Maintain professional currency, relevance, and certification.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, architecture or a related field.
Five years of U.S. construction and/or engineering experience.
*** A combination of related education, experience, and training may be used as an equivalent to the above Minimum Qualifications. ***
Preferred Qualifications
Construction and/or engineering experience in excess of five years.
Teaching experience and/or training.
Experience in fields related to Geotechnical and/or Infrastructure.
Industry certifications and/or professional registration.
Scholarly, creative, and/or professional achievements.
Master’s or Doctorate degree by date of appointment.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Knowledge
Knowledge of the needs related to public education.
Knowledge of learning management systems.
Knowledge of instructional design, effective pedagogy, team teaching, and innovative learning methodologies.
Knowledge of best practices in teaching and learning in traditional and hybrid classroom environments.
Knowledge of online course development and delivery.
Knowledge of current trends in higher education and demographic trends.
Knowledge of strategic planning, budget development, fiscal planning, and management techniques.
Knowledge of effective supervisory and leadership practices.
Skills
Program development skills.
Effective leadership and active listening skills.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Abilities
Communicates effectively.
Develops and maintains good working relationships.
Facilitates learning in multiple modalities.
Offers content courses to augment department curriculum at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.
Teaches a wide variety of courses.
Advocates for faculty, staff, and students in the department.
Recruits, advises, and mentors undergraduate or graduate students.
Works effectively with members at all levels of the university.
Teaches in specialized areas such as construction management, civil engineering, and related fields.
Engages with and leads collaborative multi‑ and inter‑disciplinary teams.
Works in a collaborative environment with faculty, staff, and students.
Organizes and coordinates others in developing, implementing, and evaluating short‑ and long‑term goals, standards, curriculum, and programs.
Compensation Annual salary commensurate with candidate’s qualifications and related experience.
Pre‑Employment Check Northern Arizona University requires satisfactory results for a criminal background investigation, employment history verification, and degree verification (in some cases). A fingerprint background check may also be required. As an employer in Arizona, NAU participates in the federal E‑Verify program that ensures new employees have the right to work in the United States.
Immigration Support/Sponsorship NAU will not provide any U.S. immigration support or sponsorship for this position.
Submit Your Application Vacancy will remain open until filled. Applications received before the deadline will receive full consideration. To apply, please click the "Apply" button on this page. Application must include: (1) a cover letter highlighting your qualifications; (2) a curriculum vitae; and (3) names and contact information for three references. Please do not include any other documents, as they will not be considered. If you have a disability and need reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process, contact the Disability Resources Office at 928‑523‑8773, DR@nau.edu, or PO Box 5633, Flagstaff AZ 86011.
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Special Information
This position is an on‑site position which requires the incumbent to complete their work primarily at an NAU site, campus, or facility with or without accommodation. Opportunities for remote work are rare.
About the Department/College The Construction Management (CM) Program serves 345 undergraduate students and is accredited by the American Council for Construction Education. The Civil Engineering and Environmental Engineering Programs (CENE) jointly serve 287 undergraduate and 18 graduate students and are accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET. The CM Program receives substantial industry support, offering a Construct for Practice (C4P) lab and engaging students in industry‑supported competitions and field trips. Faculty includes recognized and award‑winning teachers with extensive construction and management experience.
About the Position We seek candidates with a passion for teaching undergraduate students who have recent and relevant domestic construction and/or engineering industry experience. The primary duties involve in‑person classroom teaching in the Construction Management Program, with optional teaching in the Civil Engineering Program depending on qualifications and departmental needs. The candidate will be hired as a full‑time, non‑tenure track, benefit‑eligible Assistant Professor of Practice for a nine‑month academic year beginning Fall 2026 on the Flagstaff Mountain Campus, with a possible earlier Spring start based on availability. The position is renewable pending satisfactory job performance and program need.
Five or more years of domestic construction and/or engineering experience and a master’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture or a related field.
Five or more years of domestic construction and/or engineering experience and a bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture or a related field; and Master of Business Administration or equivalent.
Ten or more years of domestic construction and/or engineering experience and a bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture or a related field.
Responsibilities Include Teach four classes each semester in areas based on qualifications, including (but not limited to) the following:
Infrastructure
Geotechnical
Project management and control
Construction project estimating and scheduling
Building systems
Construction materials, means and methods
Construction documentation (plan reading)
Additional responsibilities:
Manage courses using online Learning Management System (LMS).
Provide service to the department, university, and profession.
Participate in curriculum development.
Maintain professional currency, relevance, and certification.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, architecture or a related field.
Five years of U.S. construction and/or engineering experience.
*** A combination of related education, experience, and training may be used as an equivalent to the above Minimum Qualifications. ***
Preferred Qualifications
Construction and/or engineering experience in excess of five years.
Teaching experience and/or training.
Experience in fields related to Geotechnical and/or Infrastructure.
Industry certifications and/or professional registration.
Scholarly, creative, and/or professional achievements.
Master’s or Doctorate degree by date of appointment.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Knowledge
Knowledge of the needs related to public education.
Knowledge of learning management systems.
Knowledge of instructional design, effective pedagogy, team teaching, and innovative learning methodologies.
Knowledge of best practices in teaching and learning in traditional and hybrid classroom environments.
Knowledge of online course development and delivery.
Knowledge of current trends in higher education and demographic trends.
Knowledge of strategic planning, budget development, fiscal planning, and management techniques.
Knowledge of effective supervisory and leadership practices.
Skills
Program development skills.
Effective leadership and active listening skills.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Abilities
Communicates effectively.
Develops and maintains good working relationships.
Facilitates learning in multiple modalities.
Offers content courses to augment department curriculum at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.
Teaches a wide variety of courses.
Advocates for faculty, staff, and students in the department.
Recruits, advises, and mentors undergraduate or graduate students.
Works effectively with members at all levels of the university.
Teaches in specialized areas such as construction management, civil engineering, and related fields.
Engages with and leads collaborative multi‑ and inter‑disciplinary teams.
Works in a collaborative environment with faculty, staff, and students.
Organizes and coordinates others in developing, implementing, and evaluating short‑ and long‑term goals, standards, curriculum, and programs.
Compensation Annual salary commensurate with candidate’s qualifications and related experience.
Pre‑Employment Check Northern Arizona University requires satisfactory results for a criminal background investigation, employment history verification, and degree verification (in some cases). A fingerprint background check may also be required. As an employer in Arizona, NAU participates in the federal E‑Verify program that ensures new employees have the right to work in the United States.
Immigration Support/Sponsorship NAU will not provide any U.S. immigration support or sponsorship for this position.
Submit Your Application Vacancy will remain open until filled. Applications received before the deadline will receive full consideration. To apply, please click the "Apply" button on this page. Application must include: (1) a cover letter highlighting your qualifications; (2) a curriculum vitae; and (3) names and contact information for three references. Please do not include any other documents, as they will not be considered. If you have a disability and need reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process, contact the Disability Resources Office at 928‑523‑8773, DR@nau.edu, or PO Box 5633, Flagstaff AZ 86011.
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