The University of Northern Iowa's Department of Construction Management seeks applications for an Assistant or Associate Professor of Practice in Construction Management, starting in August 2025. This is a full-time, two-year term position with possibility of renewal (non-tenure track). The successful candidate will have an interest and expertise in teaching various construction management courses.  Course topics include surveying, construction soils and materials with DOT applications, CAD for construction management, engineering mechanics/statics. This position will be expected to teach four classes and perform university service. Teaching will be on campus and in person. The breakdown of these duties shall be 80% teaching and 20% service.  Service shall include department committees, students clubs and organizations, etc.

Education Requirements: Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field required. 

Required Qualifications: At least ten years of United States construction industry experience; enthusiasm for and commitment to engaged/applied learning and teaching; effective organizational, communication and interpersonal skills; and willingness to develop partnerships with local, regional and national construction-related businesses and organizations required. 

Preferred Qualifications: Master's or terminal degree in Construction Engineering, Construction Management, Civil Engineering or related field; professional certification, such as the Certified Professional Constructor (CPC), Designated Design Build Professional, (DBIA), Professional Engineering (PE), Project Management (PMP), Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED), or licensed Architect; knowledge of Iowa DOT certifications and their applications in construction, including Aggregate Technician, PC Concrete (Level 1 and 2) Technician, HMA Level 1 Technician, Soils Technician, and Erosion Control Technicians; ability to train and certify for Iowa DOT aggregate technician and PC concrete technician (level 1 and 2); experience developing partnerships with local, regional and national construction-related businesses and organizations; and previous teaching experience at the university or community college level preferred.
For more information, please contact Randy Sharp, Search Committee Chair, at 319-273-2561 or email at randy.sharp@uni.edu. Pre-employment background checks required.

Application Instructions: All application materials received by 8/5/2025 will be given full consideration. To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. The following materials must be attached when applying:
1) Curriculum Vita
2) Cover Letter

You will be presented with the opportunity to attach multiple documents when completing the application. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL required materials listed above have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes. If you have questions regarding this application process, please email careers-support@uni.edu or call 319-273-2422.
UNI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The University encourages applications from persons of color, women, individuals living with disabilities, and protected veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other basis protected by federal and/or state law.
 
The University offers an excellent benefits package including a vacation plan, employer sponsored retirement plans, health and dental insurance, and life and disability insurance. Benefits package details can be viewed at https://careers.uni.edu/benefits. Application materials received by 8/5/2025 will be given first consideration. For more information or to apply, visit https://careers.uni.edu/. Criminal and other relevant background checks required. UNI is a tobacco free campus.