Position Title:
Assistant or Associate Professor of Construction Technology & Management (9-Month, Tenure-Track)
Location:
Big Rapids (Main Campus)
Advertised Salary:
$72,000 - $95,000; $72,000 - $77,000 Assistant Professor; $84,000-$95,000 Associate Professor. Salary commensurate with qualifications pursuant to the FFA Agreement.
Benefits:
Comprehensive benefits package (health care, vacation, etc.).
Faculty Health Benefit Plans
Temporary/Continuing:
Continuing
Part-Time/Full-Time:
Full-Time
Union Group:
Ferris Faculty Association (MEA-NEA)
Term of Position:
9 Month
At Will/Just Cause:
Just Cause
Summary of Position:
The College of Engineering & Technology at Ferris State University seeks a diverse group of outstanding applicants for a 9-month, full-time, tenure track Assistant or Associate Professor position within the Department of Construction Technology & Management. Primary responsibilities include teaching and advising students in a four-year BS Construction Management program (accredited by the American Council for Construction Education – ACCE) and its two-year AAS program – Building Construction Technology & Management. Teaching assignments will be from a wide range of construction technology and construction management topics.
Candidates are expected to foster a meaningful learning experience for our students, faculty are expected to be student-oriented, advise, and integrate current technology into the learning environment.
Additionally, faculty will participate in collaborative efforts to foster curricular efforts, participate in assessment of student learning, and further develop programmatic enhancement.
Specifically, we expect the candidate to be willing to engage students outside the classroom, support and expand our existing academic initiatives, and be willing to mentor students beyond a traditional academic advising role.
In support of teaching, candidates will engage in scholarly/professional activities and participate in department, college, and university committees.
Off-campus and online teaching may be required.
Courses are to be taught in person on one of Ferris State University's Campuses. The candidate(s) selected for the position must reside in Michigan after acceptance of employment and will perform duties at a Ferris site.
Tenure awarded at a previous institution is required to be hired at the rank of Associate Professor.
The anticipated start date of this position is August 2026 at the earliest and January 2027 at the latest.
Position Type:
Faculty - Temporary & Continuing
Required Education:
1. Master's degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Construction Technology, Architectural Engineering or appropriate related field AND five years full-time US construction experience (commercial or industrial). OR
2. Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Construction Technology, Architectural Engineering or appropriate related field AND an MBA plus eight years full-time US construction experience (commercial or industrial) with increasing levels of responsibility OR
3. Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Construction Technology, Architectural Engineering or appropriate related field and eight years full-time US construction experience (commercial or industrial) with increasing levels of responsibility. A Master's degree in field or an approved related field will be required prior to tenure.
If a candidate has a PhD in Construction Engineering or Construction Management, the Bachelor’s or Master's degree must be in Construction Engineering or Construction Management and five years full-time construction experience (commercial or industrial) is required.
Required Work Experience:
Required work experience is based on the degree attained. See Required Education field.
Minimum five years of higher education teaching experience, including an award of tenure for the rank of Associate Professor.
Higher-level degree (PhD) in Construction Management or a closely related degree requires five years of full-time US construction experience (commercial or industrial).
Required Licenses and Certifications:
Physical Demands:
- Office Environment
- Moving
- Sitting
- Repetitive movement
- Standing
Additional Education/Experiences to be Considered:
Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated industry experience applying BIM, VDC, artificial intelligence, and related construction technologies in professional practice.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
Teach full-time during the 9-month academic year. Full-time status is defined by the faculty contract with the university and currently is defined as 24 credit hours or 36 contact hours per academic year but may be limited by contact hours or student credit hours per the contract.
Recruitment of students (including Dawg Days, Admitted Student Days, visits to high schools or career tech centers, and other University-outreach events) will occur throughout the academic year and include some Saturdays.
Serve on program committees and represent the program(s) on College and University committees.
• Collaborate with faculty on curriculum development, assessment, and quality assurance. • Candidate is expected to teach face-to-face on the main campus in Big Rapids. There may be opportunities in the future to teach some courses online or at the Grand Rapids campus.
Teach and coordinate elective courses in areas of expertise; assignments are made based upon faculty expertise and faculty load.
Course assignments may include any course taught within the program.
Collaborate in design and implementation of additional undergraduate and graduate degrees.
Maintain records and conduct assessment and advising in accordance with policies and procedures developed by the university, college, school, department, and/or program.
Perform duties in accordance with established University policies.
Act as liaison between the program and professional organizations through active, individual involvement and, potentially as the program-appointed representative.
Enthusiastically support student success through active involvement with individual students, student organizations, and student competitions, both within and outside of the classroom.
Remain current in the profession, both in content and licensure (if holding such licenses is considered important in the position).
The position reports to the Director of the School of Built Environment (through the Program Coordinator) and the Dean.
Support, promote, and develop University student enrollment and retention initiatives.
Cultivate an environment of belonging that values, respects, supports, and celebrates individual similarities and differences, allowing students, faculty and staff to thrive authentically.
Ferris State University's philosophy places excellence in teaching as the first priority while encouraging involvement in scholarly activity.
Work with colleagues to develop new curricular initiatives and on accreditation documentation preparation.
Faculty members also have professional responsibilities which may include advising students, orientation and registration of students, participation in university committees, keeping regular posted office hours (which are scheduled at times convenient for students), and participation in traditional functions which have academic significance (ex. reporting initial student participation data and submitting final grades on time).
Ferris State University seeks a diverse group of outstanding applicants for a full-time, tenure-track position.
Teaching will include undergraduate and graduate courses.
Candidates are expected to foster a meaningful learning experience for our students, faculty are expected to be student-oriented, advise, and integrate current technology into the learning environment.
Additionally, faculty will participate in collaborative efforts to foster curricular efforts, participate in assessment of student learning, and further develop programmatic enhancement.
Specifically, we expect the candidate to be willing to engage students outside the classroom, support and expand our existing academic initiatives, and be willing to mentor students beyond a traditional academic advising role.
In support of teaching, candidates will engage in scholarly/professional activities and participate in department, college, and university committees.
Off-campus and online teaching may be required.
Courses are to be taught in person on one of Ferris State University's Campuses. The candidate(s) selected for the position must reside in Michigan after acceptance of employment and will perform duties at a Ferris site.
Any other duties assigned within the position classification area.
Marginal Duties/Responsibilities:
Skills and Abilities:
Demonstrated successful experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Required Documents:
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Unofficial Transcripts 1
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Unofficial Transcript 1 (REQUIRED): Applicants must attach a copy of unofficial transcript of applicable degree per the Required Education Section. Transcript must include institution name, applicant name, date degree attained, degree awarded. Finalist will be required to submit an official transcript.
Initial Application Review Date:
May 4, 2026
Open Until Position is Filled?:
Yes
EEO Statement:
Ferris State University, an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, is committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity within its community. Ferris offers employment opportunities to qualified candidates seeking careers in a student-focused environment that values opportunity, collaboration, diversity and educational excellence. Learn more about the Ferris Mission and community at ferris.edu. The University actively seeks applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and other underrepresented groups. For more information on the University’s Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit: Ferris Non-Discrimination Statement.
