Full Time Lecturer Construction Management "Professor of Practice"

COLLEGE: Engineering & Computer Science

DEPARTMENT: Construction Management

POSITION TITLE:Professor of Practice - Full-time Lecturer

POSITION DETAILS:

The Department of Construction Management (CM) at Sacramento State is designed for students who enter professional practice immediately upon graduation. The CM program curriculum and teaching methods are therefore practical in nature providing hands-on experience for students through labs and class projects. Graduates of the CM program enjoy an excellent reputation among regional employers and many move quickly into leadership roles on large projects. The CM program enrolls over 500 undergraduate students offering a Bachelor of Science degree in Construction Management with a minor degree in Business Administration.

The Professor of Practice position is a non-tenure-track faculty appointment designed to bring the expertise of distinguished construction management professionals into the academic environment to enhance student learning and strengthen connections with industry partners.

Primary responsibilities include teaching undergraduate students in the candidates areas of expertise course and curriculum development student mentorship and program-related activities. Development of scholarly work while encouraged is not required.

This is a full-time position for a fixed term of one academic year renewable contingent upon funding programmatic need and performance.

Initial rank and salary for lecturer faculty are based on professional and/or teaching experience and educational background and are determined by the hiring department. The classification salary range for the for this position is:

• Lecturer B: $6221-$13224

The salary ranges indicated is based on a full-time rate (15 weighted teaching units WTUs). A semesters worth of compensation is made up of six (6) payments of the given amount.

DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:

This is a full-time appointment equivalent to 15 weighted teaching units (WTU) per semester. The assigned workload includes 12 WTU of instructional duties and 3 WTU of assigned time for additional work in service of the department.

This position may include responsibilities for additional employment:

• Teach a variety of undergraduate construction management courses.
• Participate in curriculum and coursework development.
• Advise students assist with orientations.
• Contribute to Department College and University level committee work.
• Engage in student-related activities such as coaching teams for student competitions serving as student club faculty advisor or supporting the summer bootcamp.
• Identify construction field trip locations obtain permission to visit these sites from responsible party (Prime Contractor Owner etc.) and lead student field trips to these construction sites.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors degree in construction management architecture civil or mechanical engineering or a similar profession.
• Seven-years (minimum) domestic construction experience in commercial building engineering or specialty subcontracting segments of the industry.
• Professional experience in which the applicant has held position(s) with responsibility for and authority to plan schedule monitor and control construction projects or significant portions of large projects.
• Professional experience and demonstrated competency in several of the following areas such as:
  • Estimating;
  • Project management;
  • Planning and scheduling;
  • Construction operations and productivity management
  • Construction safety;
  • Computer applications in construction;
  • Labor relations or construction law; or
  • Specialty contracting (e.g. MEPF).
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability and commitment to effectively teach undergraduate courses in a variety of construction management classes to a diverse student population.
• Commitment to enhance interaction with the construction industry in support of the CM Program.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• College-level teaching experience.
• Local/Regional construction industry experience.
• Contemporary estimating and project management experiences.
• Masters degree in construction civil engineering or similar discipline. Candidates with other professional degrees (MBA juris doctorate etc.) in addition to a bachelors degree in construction management architecture civil or mechanical engineering or a similar profession may also be considered.

APPOINTMENT:

This is a full-time instructional position within the Lecturer classification beginning Fall 2026; salary and range determination commensurate with qualifications and experience.

APPLICATION REVIEW:

APPLICANT INSTRUCTIONS:

Review of applications will begin May 20; position will remain open until filled.

Candidates must include the following application materials. Only ONE (1) file can be uploaded for each item below:

1. Cover Letter:A letter of application that includes a statement identifying the areas of the Construction Management curriculum in which you are qualified and prepared to teach.

2. Statement of Professional Experience:Provide a detailed narrative describing your construction management experience including:

1. 1. Project scope(s) of work under your direct supervision (e.g. field operations project management/office operations self-performed work subcontracted work) and
   2. A detailed description of your specific roles responsibilities and project leadership experience.

3.Detailed Resumé or Curriculum Vitae:Include the following within your CV or resumé:

1. 1. List of construction engineering and/or accounting-related software with brief description of competency and experience in each;
   2. Names emails and telephone numbers of at least three recent references who can address your professional qualifications. At a minimum references must include:
      1. Peer (colleague or coworker)
      2. Supervisor (current or former)
      3. Professional/Client reference from within the construction industry

4. Unofficial Transcripts:Submit unofficial transcripts of all college-level coursework. Official transcripts will be required prior to appointment.

5. Statement of Teaching Philosophy:Provide a written statement describing your teaching philosophy and approach to student learning.

6. Inclusivity/Diversity Statement:A written statement describing your experience working with diverse populations and your commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment. The statement should address how your professional experience and/or teaching practices support student success in an inclusive educational environment.

About Sacramento State

Sacramento Stateis located in the heart of Californias capital city five miles from State Capitol. The lush 300-acre campus is situated along the American River close to numerous bike trails and other recreational areas. Sacramento also known as the Farm-to-Fork Capital is one of the most ethnically diverse and livable cities in the country with a population of half of a million. Sacramento State proudly serves asa Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI) and is recognized by the California Legislative Assembly as a Black-Serving Institution.The university enrolls around 31000 students from the Greater Sacramento Region throughout California across the nation and around the world. Our 1800 faculty and 1500 staff are committed to meeting our mission:

As Californias capital university we transform lives by preparing students to lead serve and succeed. Sacramento State will be a welcoming caring and inclusive leader in education innovation and engagement. As the regional hub of higher education Sacramento State is dedicated tolearning and student success;teaching research scholarship and creative activity;justice diversity equity and inclusion;resource development and sustainability;dedicated community engagement andwellness and safety.

As evidenced by the values embedded in ourHornet Honor Code Sacramento State is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all faculty staff students and guests are welcome and valued. Our commitment is more than simply ensuring that our campus is free from bias and discrimination but is one devoted to celebrating many diverse identities life experiences and perspectives that enrich our community teaching and learning.

To learn more about why you should join the Hornet Family please visit theWhy Sac Statepage.

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Out of State Employment

Per CSU-wide policy (HR2021-04) all faculty who will begin initial employment (or return from a 12-month break in service) on or after January 1 2022 are required to perform their work from within the State of California. Faculty hired prior to January 1 2022 must be available to perform work in the State of California if their assignment is in-person.

Eligibility Verification

Candidate will be required to provide official transcripts of their highest degree earned and must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the U.S.. California State University Sacramento is not a sponsoring agent for non-tenure track (temporary/lecturer) faculty for H1-B Visa.

California State University Sacramento is currently not sponsoring applicants for H-1B employment that are subject to the $100000 fee established by the Presidential Proclamation: Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers issued on September 19 2025. Applicants are responsible for determining the applicability of the fee.