Tenure-Track in Construction Management

Location Upland Job Type Full Time Faculty Job Number 202500768 Area School of Natural + Applied Sciences Department Physics + Engineering Opening Date 10/12/2026 Description Benefits Summary Taylor University is seeking applications and nominations for distinctive candidates for a faculty appointment to a tenure-track position in the Department of Physics and Engineering beginning in August 2027, teaching primarily in the areas of Construction Management, Construction Engineering, and/or Civil Engineering. Rank and salary are dependent upon qualifications and experience. Mission and Commitment Taylor's mission is to develop servant-leaders marked with a passion to minister Christ's redemptive love, grace, and truth to a world in need. As a community, Taylor faculty, staff, and students commit to living out Christ's love and truth in the here and now.

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Duties and Responsibilities

A successful candidate will demonstrate, with excellence, the ability and desire to teach a variety of undergraduate construction management and civil engineering courses with associated laboratory sections, which may include but are not limited to the following topics: construction cost estimating and analysis; safe field operations; heavy equipment and construction methods; asphalt, concrete, and soil mechanics with laboratory; and/or mechanics of materials. This position supports the development and continuous improvement of the B.S. in Construction Management curriculum in preparation for ACCE accreditation. Candidates will assist in maintaining and cultivating relationships with regional construction and engineering firms to secure internships, co-ops, and partnerships, building on the program's visibility within the industry. Faculty participate in recruitment efforts, including Taylor’s prospective student events, meeting with prospective families, and support outreach.

Servant-leadership in the Taylor community and the profession, scholarship, and contribution to departmental assessment, self-study activities, and continuous improvement consistent with departmental goals and accreditation practices are expected. As servant-leaders, Taylor University faculty advise students, participate in departmental and university service, including faculty governance, and meaningfully and intentionally integrate their Christian faith into student learning. Typical Qualifications Candidates must hold one of the following: Ph.D. in Construction Management Ph.D. in Construction Engineering Ph.D. in Civil Engineering with demonstrated experience in Construction Engineering Management Master's degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, or Civil Engineering combined with substantial, field-based, construction leadership experience (Candidates with a Master’s degree are considered for a non-tenure track position, where the title of Professor of Practice is an option for qualified candidates.) Demonstrated ability or strong potential to teach construction management and/or civil engineering coursework. A personal commitment to Christ as Savior and Lord, a Christ-centered, vibrant faith, and commitment to the mission and educational philosophy of Taylor University are required.

Candidates will be expected to affirm the Taylor University Life Together Covenant, Statement of Faith, and all university foundational documents Preferred Qualifications : Certified Construction Manager (CCM), Certified Professional Constructor (CPC), Professional Engineer (PE) license, or Project Management Professional (PMP) credential. Prior experience with a program undergoing initial or continuing accreditation, particularly ACCE or ABET. Experience developing curriculum for academic programs. Working knowledge of Building Information Management (BIM) platforms, construction scheduling software, estimating software, and document management tools.

Supplemental Information

The Department of Physics and Engineering is primarily housed in the 127,000 square foot LEED Gold certified Euler Science Complex. The department's Don Wood Foundation Engineering Hub hosts a full machine shop, a rapid prototyping studio with advanced materials 3D printers, a drone room, and multiple research spaces. Construction Management faculty and students share this infrastructure, while also benefiting from a dedicated Construction Management building, expected to open in 2027-28 and a part of a generous $30M Lilly Endowment Inc. grant assisting in support for the program's launch. (https://www.taylor.edu/news/2023/12/transforming-a-town-igniting-a-community) Taylor’s Main Street Mile Initiative, spurred by the Lily Endowment Inc. grant, also provides first-hand opportunities for students to be mentored by leaders in Taylor’s Construction Services and 1846 Enterprises divisions who are leading large campus construction projects like the new Chapel and Welcome Center, currently under construction. Distinctive to Taylor University’s Construction Management and Engineering programs is a long-term partnership and friendship with Kenyan engineers, surveyors, and rural community leaders who serve alongside and empower rural communities with community-focused, construction engineering mission work seeking safe, learning environments for elementary school aged kids.

See more about our 2024 mission service work here: https://www.taylor.edu/news/2024/10/engineering-students-partner-with-kenyan-village-to-renovate-schools. In addition, Physics and Engineering Department students participate in faculty-directed, curricular and co-curricular high-level research in areas including small satellites, orbital robotics, 3D printing for Mars habitation, virtual reality, and mission-focused, water treatment solutions in Bangladesh. Read about the March 30th, 2026 Taylor Engineering satellite launch aboard the SpaceX Transporter 16 here: https://www.taylor.edu/news/2026/02/taylor-engineering-students-reach-for-the-stars) The Department of Physics and Engineering faculty and support staff serve traditionally high achieving students in the following academic majors: Engineering (ABET accredited), with Concentrations in Electrical Engineering, Physics, and General Engineering; Mechanical Engineering (ABET accredited); Computer Engineering (ABET accredited); Construction Management (pursuing ACCE accreditation); Physics; and Physics Education. Minors in Physics and Applied Physics are also offered.

Leveraging the Engineering and Construction Management degree programs, the department is reviewing the addition of a Civil Engineering pathway. Taylor University and the Physics and Engineering Department are committed to providing new and seasoned faculty with an environment to serve, integrate faith and learning, thrive, and succeed. Taylor’s BEDI Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence is a prime example of the university’s commitment to growth and excellence in teaching. Employer Taylor University Address 1846 S Main St Upland, Indiana, 46989 Phone 765-998-5237 Website www.taylor.edu Apply Please verify your email address Verify Email Taylor University Job Opportunities Menu Close Menu Taylor University Job Opportunities Student Opportunities Help & Support Translate Support Job Application Job Details Applying as: | Support Close Close Cancel Clear SIGN Save We've updated our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.

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