Construction Management, Open Rank Tenure Line Faculty

Posting Information

Position Title

Construction Management, Open Rank Tenure Line Faculty

Job Posting Number

2026057TTL

Job Location

San Marcos

Department

Department of Engineering Technology

Position Description

The Department of Engineering Technology at Texas State University is seeking applicants to fill a tenure-track position at the rank of Professor, Associate Professor, or Assistant Professor in our growing Construction Science and Management (CSM) and Concrete Industry Management (CIM) programs, beginning in Fall 2026. These undergraduate programs are accredited by the American Council for Construction Education (ACCE) and the Association of Technology, Management and Applied Technology (ATMAE), respectively, and currently serve about 1000 students. The department is also home to MS and PhD programs in construction management with in-person and online options. While candidates with expertise in all areas of construction management will be considered, preference will be given to those in the areas of heavy civil, highway and/or industrial construction.

The selected candidate will be expected to excel in teaching, and have excellent oral and written English communication skills. The individual selected for this position will be expected to teach at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, as departmental needs require.

The selected candidate is also expected to conduct research and to secure external funding, establish an independent research program and publish in areas appropriate for both construction and for an emerging research institution. The candidate will also be expected to engage both undergraduate and graduate students in research activities and to supervise graduate students.

In addition, the selected candidate will participate in appropriate service activities at the program, department, university and professional levels.

Required Qualifications

For all ranks

• An earned doctoral degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a closely related field. ABD may be considered, with the stipulation that the PhD is completed during the first year of employment.
• An undergraduate degree in Construction Management from an ACCE or ABET accredited institution, or in Construction Engineering or Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited institution, or a closely related field from a similarly accredited institution.
• Excellent oral and written English language skills.

For the rank of associate professor, in addition to those required above

• A demonstrated record of excellent teaching abilities.
• A strong record of research (as PI or co-PI) and peer-reviewed publications associated with external funding adequate to support students.
• A minimum of six years of teaching experience as a full-time faculty member in a related discipline.

For the rank of professor, in addition to those required above

• A minimum of 12 years of teaching experience as a full-time faculty member in a related discipline.
• An established national reputation among peers and demonstrated leadership through service to the university, professional organizations, and community or government agencies.

The successful applicant will be offered the appropriate rank and title based on the established standards of the university and the Department of Engineering Technology.

Preferred Qualifications

• Industry experience in construction and/or construction management, or in construction engineering.
• Research interests and experience in fields complementary to those of other faculty in the department.
• Professional licensure or certification as an American Institute of Constructors (AIC) Associate Constructor (AC), or Certified Professional Constructor (CPC), Construction Management Association of America (CMAA) Certified Construction Manager (CCM), Project Management Institute Construction Professional (PMI-CP), professional engineer (PE), registered architect, or other certifications related to the construction profession such as LEED-AP and OSHA Authorized Trainer.
• University level teaching experience in construction management or related programs.

Application Procedures

Only applications submitted through the Texas State University website will be accepted and considered:

To assure full consideration, submit the following before 1 January 2026:

• A cover letter.
• A curriculum vitae.
• Unofficial transcripts (all in one document).
• Statement of teaching philosophy.
• Evidence of teaching experience and evaluation.
• Statement of research interests.
• List of references.

Selected candidates for interview will be required to provide transcripts from all degree granting universities.

Proposed Start Date

Fall 2026

Posting Date

11/05/2025

Review Date

01/01/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled?

Yes

Legal Notices

Texas State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions.

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

This position may conduct research on critical infrastructure depending on the research focus of a hire. Consistent with the requirements of the State of Texas, individuals conducting research on critical infrastructure will be subject to pre-employment, and then subsequent routine background checks/cybersecurity screenings. Employment will at all times be contingent upon the successful completion of these screenings in accordance with State and University requirements.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. The University will not sponsor or assume sponsorship of any candidate requiring a petition for a H1B employment visa.

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Record Checks and Verifications

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

Eligibility for Employment

Proper documentation of identity and eligibility for employment will be required before the hiring process can be completed.

Why Work at Texas State?

Texas State University is home to more than 38,000 students and 2,000 faculty members in the growing Austin-San Antonio corridor. A member of the Doctoral Universities: Higher Research Activity Carnegie classification, the university creates new knowledge, fosters cultural and economic development, and prepares its growing population of diverse students for the endless possibilities that await them as citizens of Texas, the nation, and the world.

Bolstered by research with relevance and innovation in creative and scholarly work in a full range of academic disciplines and a spirit of inclusiveness, Texas State seeks outstanding candidates for a variety of faculty positions.