Description

School of Planning, Design and Construction Academic Teaching Specialist Position Description for the Construction Management Program

Position: Teaching Specialist in Continuing System – Construction Management Program

Posting Number: 1113369

Appointment: 90% Teaching and 10% Service

Start Date: August 16, 2026

Position Summary

The Construction Management (CM) program in the School of Planning, Design & Construction (SPDC) at Michigan State University (MSU) invites applications for a full-time Teaching Specialist, with an expected start date of August 16, 2026. This position is an academic year (9-month) appointment, with 90% teaching and 10% service.

The selected candidate will teach three classes per semester (six per academic year), at the undergraduate or graduate level, including two or more of following: construction methods and materials, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP), building science, building information modeling (BIM), real estate development and nance, structural analysis and design, quantity take os and cost estimating, scheduling, contracts & specications, project management, sustainable built environment, construction safety, soils and site survey, infrastructure construction. In addition to teaching, the selected candidate will be expected to provide service to the CM program and the school, which includes supporting student activities, maintaining relationships with industry professionals, and attending faculty meetings and serving on appropriate committees.

Required Qualications

Master’s degree in Construction Management or a closely related eld

Required Degree

Master’s degree in Construction Management or related eld by position start date.

Minimum Requirements

Minimum qualications for this position include: 1) A Master’s degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering and Management, Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Civil Engineering, Real Estate, Business Administration, or a closely related eld; 2) Strong communication skills; 3) two years of construction management experience.

Desired Qualications

Three or more years of U.S. Construction Management experience; relevant professional licensing or certications; and demonstrated ability to deliver applied, hands-on instruction; two years of post-secondary college level teaching experience.

Salary and Benets

Salary will be commensurate with qualications. MSU oers a generous benets package (details at https://hr.msu.edu/benefits/index.html).

Required Application Materials

All candidates for the position (posting #1113369) must apply online at http://careers.msu.edu/. Applicants for this position should submit 1) a formal letter of interest addressing your teaching philosophy including summary of your professional experience and skills, 2) a curriculum vitae, 3) a one-page statement that describes how you will contribute to CANR’s positive culture, fair access to resources, and creating a sense of belonging , and 4) the names and contact information for three references (letters are not initially required, but these individuals will be approached for letters before the final interviews).

Special Instructions

Questions regarding this position should be directed to the Search Committee Chair, Prof. Bob Aydukovic, aydukov2@msu.edu, 517-353-0781. Contact for administrative inquiries: Ms. Mary Beth Graebert, lakemary@msu.edu, 517-353-5274.

Review of Applications Begins/Closing Date

Review of applications will begin on 4/6/26 and will continue until the position is filled. The appointment will commence August 16, 2026.

Website – http://www.canr.msu.edu/spdc/

Program Statement

The Construction Management program has a nationally recognized program that awards an ACCE accredited baccalaureate degree as well as master’s and Ph.D. Degrees in Construction Management. The program currently has 10 full-time faculty members, an undergraduate student advisor, and approximately 350 undergraduate students and 25 graduate students. This position provides exceptional opportunities for individuals who wish to be associated with a well-established program with strong university, industry and alumni support, and with rapidly developing research and outreach opportunities. For further information about the School of Planning, Design and Construction and the Construction Management Program, visit https://www.canr.msu.edu/spdc/programs/Construction_Management/.

School Statement

The School of Planning, Design, and Construction unites four academic programs related to the built environment: Construction Management, Interior Design, Landscape Architecture, and Urban and Regional Planning, with 48 faculty and academic specialists, and 7 staff members. The School offers 9 degree pathways from Bachelors to Ph.D. – including 5 professionally accredited degrees with over 600 undergraduate and 75 graduate students. The School is administered by the Colleges of Agriculture & Natural Resources.

The mission of the School is to advance the knowledge, prepare innovative leaders, and support the practice of planning, design, and construction. Our academic activities address sustainability, health, transportation, economic development and communities. Please refer to the School’s homepage available at: https://www.canr.msu.edu/spdc/.