Assistant Professor for Construction Management

Assistant Professor for Construction Management

Job no: 562960
Work type: Instructional Faculty - Tenured/Tenure-Track
Location: Chico
Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Tenured/Tenure-Track, Full Time, Faculty - Engineering

The Position: Tenure-Track Assistant Professor

Position Starts: Fall 2027

College: College of Engineering, Computer Science, and Construction Management

Department/School: Construction Management

Salary: Salary commensurate with education and experience. (Anticipated hiring range: $74,600 - $96,500 per year).

Initial Review Date: 11/20/26; complete applications received after that date may be considered.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education and Industry Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in construction management, or closely related field, with the candidate committing to obtain a graduate degree (master's) in a construction related field within three years from the date of appointment, and 8 years of experience managing construction.
  • Or, possession of an MS in Construction Management or closely related field prior to the date of appointment, and 5 years of experience managing construction operations.
  • Or, possession of an MBA, MS Engineering degree, or closely related field prior to the date of appointment, and 6 years of experience managing construction operations.
  • Or, possession of a PhD or doctoral degree in construction or closely related field prior to the date of appointment, and 5 years of experience managing construction operations.
• Project management experience in the United States construction industry or equivalent international experience. Experience must include project management techniques to oversee and control a project's scope, time, cost, safety, and quality.
• Experience with design-bid-build or design-build construction for commercial building, heavy civil, or specialty construction projects.

Responsibilities:

• Undergraduate teaching in discussion, activity, and lab courses
• Demonstrated ability to work with a diverse population
• Development of instructionally related curriculum
• Effective communication skills and proficiency in written and oral use of English language
• Advising and mentoring students
• Coaching and advising student organizations and student competitions
• Working closely with industry partners and related disciplines
• Scholarly research and activities and professional development in areas such as, but not limited to:
  • Design-build and interdisciplinary practices
  • Lean Construction and Pull Planning
  • Virtual Design and Construction,
  • Construction Technology
  • Construction Means and Methods
  • Estimating and Scheduling, both Commercial and Heavy Civil
  • Project Management
• Service to the department, university, and community. Service includes student advising, serving on academic committees, the Industry Advisory Council, and accreditation and outreach activities.
• Teaching assignments are based upon qualifications of the individual and the needs of the department.
• See the Construction Management Dept. Faculty Retention, Tenure, & Promotion Standards and Procedures.

How to Apply:

Applicants must provide a current cover letter (including how you have addressed, or plan to address, teaching to diverse student groups), a CV, and contact information of three professional references. Additional information may be requested at a later time. All applicants must apply online; applications submitted via email or in-person to the department will not be considered.

The Department:

The Construction Management (CM) Department offers an American Council for Construction Education accredited Bachelor of Science in Construction Management degree program, along with two interdisciplinary minors in heavy construction and electrical construction. It is one of six departments within the College of Engineering, Computer Science, and Construction Management. Fall semester 2026 began with 700 CM majors and an entry-level course enrolling more than 200 students. The University "Quick Facts" lists the CM Major as #6 of the "10 Largest Majors" on campus based on Fall 2025 enrollment and believed to be the largest in the state. CM graduate placement statistics remain steady, averaging over two job offers per graduate, with normally over 90% placement before the end of the graduating semester. Placement by type of construction company varies slightly within these ranges: Building/Commercial Construction 50-60%; Heavy Civil 20-30%; and Specialty (Electrical, Mechanical, and other) 15-20%. The CM Department has an active chapter of the Sigma Lambda Chi Honor Society and award-winning Student Chapters of National Associations, including Associated General Contractors, Design Build Institute of America, The Beavers, Mechanical Contractors Association of America, and Women in Construction. Visit the Construction Management Department for more information.

Chico State College of Engineering, Computer Science, and Construction Management ranks 27th in the nation, 11th in the West and #4 in California for the "Best Valued Degree", which takes into account the cost of living through job opportunity and salary upon graduation.

Job-related questions should be directed to:

Marie Patterson, Search Committee Chair
530-898-6309
mepatterson@csuchico.edu

Benefits Information:

This position qualifies for benefits including tuition fee waiver (if eligible). California State University, Chico offers a number of benefits to its employees (e.g., sick leave, vacation, health insurance). For more information, please visit https://www.csuchico.edu/hr/benefits/index.shtml.

Additional Information:

Out of State Employment: All work must be performed within the State of California. Faculty assignments include in-person duties that require an on-campus presence.

Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant's current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

Authorization to Work: Employment is contingent upon proof of eligibility to work in the United States. Chico State is not currently sponsoring faculty for H-1B work status if they are subject to the $100,000 fee established by the "Presidential Proclamation: Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers" issued on September 19, 2025. For faculty already in the United States who hold a valid nonimmigrant visa (such as F-1, J-1, or O-1), Chico State may consider filing a petition to change their status to H-1B if the fee does not apply.

Mandated Reporter: The person holding this position is considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 (revised July 21, 2017) as a condition of employment. The person also will have a duty to report to the campus Title IX coordinator information pertaining to discrimination, harassment, sexual misconduct or exploitation, dating or domestic violence, stalking, and/or retaliation under CSU policy.

Clery Act: Chico State's Annual Security Report includes summaries of institutional policy relating to campus safety, drug and alcohol use, sexual assault, and other matters. The report is published in compliance with the Clery Act and includes three years of certain crime statistics that occurred in Clery Act defined geography. A copy of the report may be requested in person at the Chico State Police Department or by calling 530-898-5555. It is also available online at Annual Security & Fire Safety Report.

All positions are contingent on funding.

Advertised: Oct 08 2026 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close:

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