About Us

For more than 50 years, Kennesaw State University has been known for its entrepreneurial spirit and sense of community. A leader in innovative teaching and learning, Kennesaw State is located just north of Atlanta, and combines a suburban setting on two metro-Atlanta campuses in Kennesaw and Marietta. As one of Georgia's largest universities, Kennesaw State offers undergraduate and graduate degrees, including a growing number of doctoral programs to over 43,000 students. Our high-impact research, and Division I athletics also draw students from throughout the region and across the globe. A member of the University System of Georgia, Kennesaw State is a Carnegie-designated doctoral research institution (R2) committed to becoming a world-class academic institution positioned to broaden its academic and research missions and expand its scope on a local, regional, and national level.

Our vibrant culture, career opportunities, mission and values and rich benefits make us an employer of choice. As part of the University System of Georgia, Kennesaw State exemplifies the power and promise of a student-centered, research-driven university. Our institutional values are student-inspired, promise-fulfilling, elevational, open and impact-generating, and being true to ourselves. In addition, Kennesaw State supports the University of Georgia's core values of accountability, excellence, integrity, and respect. For more information, visit kennesaw.edu.

Location

Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.

Department Information

The Kennesaw State University (KSU) Department of Construction Management offers Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Construction Management, a Minor and four undergraduate Certificate Programs. Housed within the College of Architecture and Construction Management, the Department of Construction Management helps students understand the importance of working in collaboration with Architects and other design professionals.

KSU is located in metro Atlanta, which is the major air and rail hub for the southeastern United States. Atlanta is the center of the largest construction market in the region and provides excellent internship opportunities for students who prefer to earn while they learn. The Department of Construction Management has an excellent career placement program for students and a decades-long reputation for preparing tomorrow's industry leaders. From infrastructure, commercial and industrial construction, and residential construction to land development, specialty (mechanical, electrical, plumbing) construction, and facilities management, students get the kind of preparation needed for success!

At KSU, we focus on how to apply knowledge and use technology sustainably for solving real world construction problems. Local, regional, national, and international construction projects, combined with strong industry support, provide students with extensive opportunities and educational resources.

Job Summary

Kennesaw State University is now accepting applications for nine-month, full-time, non-tenure track, Limited Term Instructor or Limited Term Assistant Professor of Construction Management faculty positions in the Department of Construction Management with a preferred start date of August 2024. This position is for work to be performed in the state of Georgia.

Responsibilities

The Department of Construction Management seeks candidates who strive for excellence in teaching with extensive experience in construction management. Primary responsibilities include:

• In-person and online teaching of a broad range of courses in construction management at the undergraduate and graduate levels
• Service to the department which includes attending department and college meetings, working with an enthusiastic community of students and faculty. There are no expectations for scholarship/research in this position.

Teaching assignments will be based on earned degrees and SACSCOC Faculty Credentials Guidelines.

Required Qualifications

For Limited Term Instructor

• A minimum of an earned Master's degree , or the foreign equivalent, in Construction Management, Architectural or Civil Engineering, or a closely related discipline is required.

For a Limited Term Assistant Professor

• A terminal degree, or the foreign equivalent, in Construction Management, Architectural or Civil Engineering, or a closely related discipline is required.

AND

• A demonstrated record of a minimum of ten years of previous U.S. construction management experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching online or hybrid courses
• Licenses (PE, NCARB, AIA), certifications (CPC, CCM, CSP), OSHA Authorized Trainer, or advanced education, certification, professional registration, licensure, and other relevant credentials
• Evidence of teaching and/or professional experience in the following subject areas at the undergraduate or graduate levels: construction materials and methods, construction safety, construction equipment, construction estimating, construction project scheduling, commercial construction or industrial construction

Required Documents to Attach

1. CV
2. Letter of Application
3. Unofficial Transcripts (Official Transcripts and Official International Course-by-Course Evaluations Due Upon Hire)
4. Teaching philosophy and how you will advance student success at KSU
5. Names, phone numbers, and email addresses of at least 3 professional references

Incomplete applications will not be considered

Apply Before Date

Review of applications will begin immediately. For full consideration, please apply by April 15, 2024.

Contact Information

For questions about this faculty opening, please contact Dr. Brian Moore, bmoore97@kennesaw.edu .

For technical support or assistance completing a job application, please contact the Shared Services Center at (877) 251-2644 or oneusgsupport@usg.edu .

For questions about a specific job posting at Kennesaw State University, please contact the search chair listed under the contact information section on each posting. For general questions about faculty jobs please email facultyjobs@kennesaw.edu .

Equal Employment Opportunity

Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.

For additional information about this policy or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 202, eeo@kennesaw.edu.

Background Check

Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.

All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.

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