COLLEGE: Engineering & Computer Science
DEPARTMENT: Construction Management
POSITION TITLE: Professor of Practice - Full-time Lecturer
POSITION DETAILS:
The Department of Construction Management (CM) at Sacramento State is designed for students who enter professional practice immediately upon graduation. The CM program curriculum and teaching methods are therefore practical in nature, providing hands-on experience for students through labs and class projects. Graduates of the CM program enjoy an excellent reputation among regional employers and many move quickly into leadership roles on large projects. The CM program enrolls over 500 undergraduate students, offering a Bachelor of Science degree in Construction Management with a minor degree in Business Administration.
The Professor of Practice position is a non-tenure-track faculty appointment designed to bring the expertise of distinguished construction management professionals into the academic environment to enhance student learning and strengthen connections with industry partners.
Primary responsibilities include teaching undergraduate students in the candidate’s areas of expertise, course and curriculum development, student mentorship, and program-related activities. Development of scholarly work, while encouraged, is not required.
This is a full-time position for a fixed term of one academic year, renewable contingent upon funding, programmatic need, and performance.
Initial rank and salary for lecturer faculty are based on professional and/or teaching experience and educational background and are determined by the hiring department. The classification salary range for the for this position is:
- Lecturer B: $6,221-$13,224
The salary ranges indicated is based on a "full-time rate" (15 weighted teaching units [WTUs]). A semester's worth of compensation is made up of six (6) payments of the given amount.
DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:
This is a full-time appointment equivalent to 15 weighted teaching units (WTU) per semester. The assigned workload includes 12 WTU of instructional duties and 3 WTU of assigned time for additional work in service of the department.
This position may include responsibilities for additional employment:
- Teach a variety of undergraduate construction management courses.
- Participate in curriculum and coursework development.
- Advise students, assist with orientations.
- Contribute to Department, College and University level committee work.
- Engage in student-related activities, such as coaching teams for student competitions, serving as student club faculty advisor, or supporting the summer bootcamp.
- Identify construction field trip locations, obtain permission to visit these sites from responsible party (Prime Contractor, Owner etc.), and lead student field trips to these construction sites.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in construction management, architecture, civil or mechanical engineering or a similar profession.
- Seven-years (minimum) domestic construction experience in commercial building, engineering, or specialty subcontracting segments of the industry.
- Professional experience in which the applicant has held position(s) with responsibility for and authority to plan, schedule, monitor, and control construction projects or significant portions of large projects.
- Professional experience and demonstrated competency in several of the following areas, such as:
- Estimating;
- Project management;
- Planning and scheduling;
- Construction operations and productivity management,
- Construction safety;
- Computer applications in construction;
- Labor relations or construction law; or
- Specialty contracting (e.g., MEPF).
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ability and commitment to effectively teach undergraduate courses in a variety of construction management classes to a diverse student population.
- Commitment to enhance interaction with the construction industry in support of the CM Program.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- College-level teaching experience.
- Local/Regional construction industry experience.
- Contemporary estimating and project management experiences.
- Master’s degree in construction, civil engineering, or similar discipline. Candidates with other professional degrees (MBA, juris doctorate, etc.) in addition to a bachelor’s degree in construction management, architecture, civil or mechanical engineering or a similar profession may also be considered.
APPOINTMENT:
This is a full-time instructional position within the Lecturer classification, beginning Fall 2026; salary and range determination commensurate with qualifications and experience.
APPLICATION REVIEW:
APPLICANT INSTRUCTIONS:
Review of applications will begin May 20; position will remain open until filled.
Candidates must include the following application materials. Only ONE (1) file can be uploaded for each item below:
1. Cover Letter: A letter of application that includes a statement identifying the areas of the Construction Management curriculum in which you are qualified and prepared to teach.
2. Statement of Professional Experience: Provide a detailed narrative describing your construction management experience, including:
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- Project scope(s) of work under your direct supervision (e.g. field operations, project management/office operations, self-performed work, subcontracted work), and
- A detailed description of your specific roles, responsibilities, and project leadership experience.
3. Detailed Resumé or Curriculum Vitae: Include the following within your CV or resumé:
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- List of construction, engineering, and/or accounting-related software, with brief description of competency and experience in each;
- Names, emails, and telephone numbers of at least three recent references who can address your professional qualifications. At a minimum, references must include:
- Peer (colleague or coworker)
- Supervisor (current or former)
- Professional/Client reference from within the construction industry
4. Unofficial Transcripts: Submit unofficial transcripts of all college-level coursework. Official transcripts will be required prior to appointment.
5. Statement of Teaching Philosophy: Provide a written statement describing your teaching philosophy and approach to student learning.
6. Inclusivity/Diversity Statement: A written statement describing your experience working with diverse populations and your commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment. The statement should address how your professional experience and/or teaching practices support student success in an inclusive educational environment.
About Sacramento State
Sacramento State is located in the heart of California’s capital city, five miles from State Capitol. The lush, 300-acre campus is situated along the American River, close to numerous bike trails and other recreational areas. Sacramento, also known as the “Farm-to-Fork Capital,” is one of the most ethnically diverse and livable cities in the country, with a population of half of a million. Sacramento State proudly serves as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI), Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and is recognized by the California Legislative Assembly as a Black-Serving Institution. The university enrolls around 31,000 students from the Greater Sacramento Region, throughout California, across the nation, and around the world. Our 1,800 faculty and 1,500 staff are committed to meeting our mission:
“As California’s capital university, we transform lives by preparing students to lead, serve, and succeed. Sacramento State will be a welcoming, caring, and inclusive leader in education, innovation, and engagement.” As the regional hub of higher education, Sacramento State is dedicated to learning and student success; teaching, research, scholarship and creative activity; justice, diversity, equity and inclusion; resource development and sustainability; dedicated community engagement, and wellness and safety.
As evidenced by the values embedded in our Hornet Honor Code, Sacramento State is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all faculty, staff, students, and guests are welcome and valued. Our commitment is more than simply ensuring that our campus is free from bias and discrimination, but is one devoted to celebrating many diverse identities, life experiences, and perspectives that enrich our community, teaching and learning.
To learn more about why you should join the Hornet Family, please visit the Why Sac State? page.
Equal Employment Opportunity
California State University, Sacramento is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Sacramento State hires only those individuals who are lawfully authorized to accept employment in the United States.
It is the policy of California State University, Sacramento to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified persons with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. If you need a disability related reasonable accommodation as part of the application and/or interviewing process, visit https://www.csus.edu/administration-business-affairs/human-resources/benefits/reasonable-accomodation.html.
The University is committed to creating an education and working environment free from discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. For more information on mandatory training for new employees, visit https://www.csus.edu/people-climate/human-resources/learning-development/support/csu-learn.html.
Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act Notification:
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act, the current Annual Security Report (ASR) is available for viewing at https://www.csus.edu/clery .
The ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and sexual assault prevention information, and drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics of Clery Act crimes for Sacramento State for the last three (3) calendar years. Paper copies are available upon request by emailing the Clery Director at clery@csus.edu.
Under the Clery Act, this position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) depending upon the role on campus and/or job duties. If this position is identified by the Director of Clery Compliance as a CSA position, you will be notified via email and will be assigned the appropriate training in CSU Learn.
Background Check Disclaimer
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with California State University, Sacramento. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current California State University, Sacramento employees who apply for the position.
COVID19 Vaccination Policy
Effective May 2023, per the CSU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy, it is strongly recommended that all California State University, Sacramento employees who are accessing office and campus facilities follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications.
Out of State Employment
Per CSU-wide policy (HR2021-04), all faculty who will begin initial employment (or return from a 12-month break in service) on or after January 1, 2022 are required to perform their work from within the State of California. Faculty hired prior to January 1, 2022 must be available to perform work in the State of California if their assignment is in-person.
Eligibility Verification
Candidate will be required to provide official transcripts of their highest degree earned and must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the U.S.. California State University, Sacramento is not a sponsoring agent for non-tenure track (temporary/lecturer) faculty for H1-B Visa.
California State University, Sacramento is currently not sponsoring applicants for H-1B employment that are subject to the $100,000 fee established by the “Presidential Proclamation: Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers” issued on September 19, 2025. Applicants are responsible for determining the applicability of the fee.