Beavers Charitable Trust Professor of Practice

Kansas State University • Manhattan, KS • 5d ago

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rBeavers Charitable Trust Professor of Practice

rKansas State University

rAbout This Role:

Kansas State University (K-State) is seeking a dynamic and innovative individual for the position of Beavers Charitable Trust Professor of Practice within the Carl R. Ice College of Engineering within the G.E. Johnson Department of Architectural Engineering and Construction Science or the Department of Civil Engineering. This faculty position is integral in developing educational initiatives in heavy or highway construction, with a focus on educating the next generation of construction managers and thinkers and assisting the college with fostering industry partnerships. The position is a regular (9-month) appointment.

Key Responsibilities:

Curriculum and Program Development: Design and deliver

undergraduate courses in heavy or highway construction. Possible courses could include but are not limited to: cost estimating, project scheduling, construction methods and operations, finance, and risk management. The position would also allow for the enhancement of current educational programs and materials that align with current and future industry practices.

Industry Engagement: Assist the college with continuing to

enhance relationships with industry professionals and stakeholders. Represent the College and University at relevant industry events, conferences, and contribute to industry-driven initiatives and professional organizations.

Student Mentorship: Guide students in their academic and career

development. Promote internships and other experiential learning opportunities in the heavy or highway construction sector. Opportunity to serve on graduate theses and dissertation committees as a subject matter expert would also be welcomed.

Workforce Development: Explore ways to assist the college of

engineering by developing or delivering professional or K-12 workforce development activities to enhance skills or gain interest in highway or heavy construction.

Administrative Duties: Participate in departmental and college

meetings. Support strategic planning and contribute to the growth of the College\'s programs in heavy or highway construction.

Worksite Options:

This position is required to be performed on-site. Work is performed on employer premises or designated assignment location.

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What You\'ll Need to Succeed:

Candidates should have a degree in civil engineering, construction engineering, construction management or a related field. A strong record of industry engagement, team leadership in heavy or highway construction is required. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and leadership skills and have the potential to teach effectively.

Minimum Qualifications:

Degree in civil engineering, construction engineering, construction

management or a related field

Five years of professional experience with a firm or construction

company engaged in the heavy or highway construction industry

Proven expertise in heavy or highway construction

Commitment to high-quality instruction and mentoring students

Preferred Qualifications:

Graduate degree in civil engineering, construction engineering,

construction management, business administration, architecture, lawor another related field

Professional licensure or construction-related certification, or the

ability to obtain one in nine months of employment