Construction Management Instructor - FT40

Construction Management Instructor - FT40

Keiser University's Jacksonville campus is seeking a qualified, industry-experienced professional to join our faculty in the Bachelor of Science in Applied Construction Management program. This is an opportunity to bring real-world construction leadership into the classroom and help prepare students for careers across residential, commercial, industrial, and civil construction.

We are looking for a construction professional who can connect the realities of the field with career-focused education: how projects are planned, estimated, scheduled, contracted, built, documented, managed, and delivered safely. The right candidate will enjoy developing future construction managers and sharing the lessons that only industry experience can provide.

Every role at Keiser University contributes to the student experience and community impact. Whether in the classroom or behind the scenes, your work directly supports student achievement and long-term outcomes.

Who Thrives in This Role

• An experienced construction professional who enjoys mentoring and developing others
• A strong communicator who can make complex construction concepts practical and understandable
• Someone who values quality, accountability, teamwork, and professional standards
• A practitioner who can connect classroom concepts to real projects, field conditions, schedules, estimates, contracts, drawings, submittals, RFIs, and project documentation
• Someone who stays engaged with current construction practices, digital tools, and emerging technology
• A collaborative professional who enjoys working with students, faculty, and industry partners

Primary Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in construction management using applied, hands-on instructional methods
• Develop and update course materials to align with industry standards and program outcomes
• Support student learning through mentorship, academic guidance, and timely feedback
• Incorporate real-world applications, case studies, and project-based learning
• Participate in program assessment and continuous improvement initiatives

Industry Engagement

• Engage with industry partners to enhance experiential learning opportunities
• Support connections with construction employers, professionals, guest speakers, and community partners that strengthen student career readiness
• Help students understand the expectations, professionalism, and accountability required to succeed in construction management roles

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a closely related field
• Minimum of three years of professional construction industry experience
• Strong knowledge of construction operations, project management, and safety practices
• Commitment to student success and high-quality instruction

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certifications such as Project Management Professional (PMP), PMI Construction Professional (PMI-CP), Certificate of Management - Building Information Modeling (CM-BIM), Certified Associate Constructor (CAC/AC), or similar industry credentials
• Experience teaching at the college level
• Familiarity with construction management software and digital tools
• Experience with tools or workflows such as Procore, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Revit, Navisworks, Bluebeam, Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, estimating platforms, BIM/VDC, or comparable industry systems
• Experience in one or more areas such as preconstruction, estimating, project controls, field operations, safety, contracts, scheduling, BIM/VDC, or project management

Keiser University offers a supportive, mission-driven workplace where employees are valued for their contributions and are encouraged to grow.

Our benefits are designed to support your well-being, professional development, and work/life balance, and include:

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance options
• Retirement plan opportunities
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional development, training, and opportunities for continued education
• Collaborative environment focused on stability, purpose, and long-term impact

If you are inspired by student success and motivated to make a difference, we invite you to apply and be part of the Keiser University mission.