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University of Colorado | Denver
Faculty Level/Title: Director
Working Title: Professor and Director
FTE: Full-time
Salary Range: $100,000.00 - $130,000.00
Position #00350978- Requisition #38058
About the University of Colorado - Denver
Millions of moments start at CU Denver, a place where innovation, research, and learning meet in the heart of a global city. We're the state's premier public urban research university with more than 100 in-demand, top ranked bachelors, master's, and doctoral degree programs. We partner with diverse learners-at any stage of their life and career-for transformative educational experiences. Across seven schools and colleges, our leading faculty inspires and works alongside students to solve complex challenges and produce impactful creative work. As part of the state's largest university system, CU Denver is a major contributor to the Colorado economy, with 2,000 employees and an annual economic impact of $800 million. To learn more about how CU Denver helps learners meet their moment, visit ucdenver.edu.
About the College
The College of Engineering, Design and Computing takes pride in having a faculty of excellent scholars and engineering practitioners. We attract hard-working students who are enthusiastic about engineering, and we are redesigning engineering education to create the agile versatile engineers of the future. Providing an education of enduring value to our students is at the heart of our College mission.
We integrate design innovation and computing technology across disciplines, in conjunction with authentic experiences that develop human and social skills such as creativity, collaboration, entrepreneurship, and leadership. We embrace and leverage our setting across urban and medical campuses to broadly impact the social and economic growth of the Denver urban corridor through enterprise partnerships. Our goal is to emerge as Denver's technological innovation engine and significantly impact Colorado, the nation, and the world via informatics, infrastructure, sustainability, as a smart city.
Job Description
* Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers *
The Department of Civil Engineering and Construction in the College of Engineering, Design and Computing at the University of Colorado Denver invites applications for the position of Professor and Construction Director. Successful candidates will be senior engineers and educators with demonstrated experience and capability to: 1) lead a fast-growing and exceptionally translational program to the next stage of success; 2) mentor and engage a highly collaborative and entrepreneurial group of faculty and students; 3) develop and execute on an ambitious vision for programmatic growth across research, training, entrepreneurship, and service in construction management and construction engineering management; and 4) and grow and engage a large existing industrial advisory board. Candidates should have an exceptional record of collaborative leadership in research, education and service, and must be eligible to be appointed as a full professor with tenure at the University of Colorado.
Teaching duties will be in construction engineering management, including these immediate needs: Construction Management Fundamentals, Field Engineering and Management, Materials and Methods, Advanced Construction Engineering, Construction Safety, and Construction Engineering.
Position level will be commensurate with education and experience.
About the Department
The Civil Engineering and Construction department has 10 full time tenured and tenure track faculty, 3 clinical teaching track, and many part time lecturers. The department offers undergraduate and graduate degrees, including masters and doctoral, in civil engineering, construction engineering management, and construction management. While the civil engineering program has been accredited continuously since its inception, the newly formed construction disciplines were first accredited in 2023. In 2022, the full department had 70 graduate students and 190 undergraduate students. Of these, approximately 40% are in the construction program.
About the Program
The Construction Engineering and Management (CEM) program at the University of Colorado Denver (CU Denver) was launched Fall 2014 as a graduate specialty of the Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering in response to local industry request and support. Work started on two bachelor's degrees in 2017: Bachelor of Science (BS) in Construction Management (CM) and a Bachelor of Science in Construction Engineering Management (CEM). CEDC went forward with both degrees because of the interdisciplinary support throughout the College and other Colleges within the University, especially the College of Architecture and Planning and the Business School. The two BS degrees were approved by CU Denver, the University of Colorado Regents, and the Colorado Department of Higher Education Fall 2019 and the degrees were launched in August 2020 and accredited by ABET in 2023.
Professor and Director
What you will do:
• Provide leadership to develop and implement vision and strategy for the program to continually strengthen its teaching, research, and student support; lead efforts to strengthen access and engagement; enhance collaboration with programs across the College of Engineering, Design and Computing, and across the campuses in general; amplify industry engagement; and increase the programs regional and national visibility and reputation. The programs and department's strategy will align with and contribute to strategies of the college and CU Denver and CU system.
• Lead the program to strategically grow undergraduate and graduate enrollment in degree and other credentialing programs through retention and contemporary curriculum/program development efforts that leverage investments in technology and human capital across campus.
• Lead and grow fundraising for program activities, identify and pursue opportunities to expand and diversify revenue streams; develop a strong industry advisory council that advises and advocates for the program and contributes to resource generation.
• Facilitate a collaborative culture and environment for research in the program with active collaborations with academia, industry, and government agencies; foster productive interdisciplinary relationships with entities across the college and CU Denver
• Work with the department chair to oversee management of the program with budgetary responsibilities for strategic, academic, and operational development.
• Promote and support continued professional growth of faculty and staff, particularly in the areas of research program development and educational innovation.
• Administer and lead the continual refresh and renewal of curricula, delivery methods, and teaching activities of academic and adjunct faculty.
• Represent the program to the university administration, other university units, industry, and to public and private agencies at the local, regional, national, and international levels.
• Keep abreast of the cutting edge in construction education and professional expectations of project managers.
• Oversee recruitment of faculty and staff, and facilitate professional development, and retention of faculty, staff, and students.
• Contribute to the teaching and graduate mentoring activities in the program and department.
• Maintain regular ABET accreditation practices and procedures to prepare for 2030 self-study.
Qualifications you already possess (Minimum Qualifications)
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
• PhD in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• A record to quality for a tenured, full-professor appointment in the Department of Civil Engineering.
• 5 years of experience working in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry.
• Experience in working with an industrial advisory board.
Preferred Qualification to possess (Preferred Qualifications)
• Teaching experience at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels.
• Experience advising and mentoring students.
• Experience in course and curriculum development.
• Experience networking and engaging with the AEC industry.
• Experience using construction industry technology.
• At least one degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program.
• Professional Engineer or other professional license.
• Experience supporting and managing student functions and programs.
• Scholarly research skills and experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Effective communication and interpersonal/human relations skills.
• Strong commitment to undergraduate and graduate education and success.
• Sensitivity to the needs of a diverse student population, including minority and international students.
• Interested and committed to growing a new and innovative team-orientated program.
• Experience teaching online and using online learning platforms.
• ABET self study authorship experience.
Conditions of Employment
• Occasional work during the evening and/or weekends may be required.
Mental, Physical, and/or Environmental Requirements
• The ability to sit for extended periods, stand and walk occasionally, reach with hands and arms, use hands to manipulate a keyboard and mouse, and have good near vision for computer work; often requiring minimal lifting, but may involve bending or reaching to retrieve items from shelves or drawers.
The University of Colorado Denver is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting diverse faculty and staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications inclusive of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, creed, religion, veteran status, marital status, political affiliation, political philosophy, pregnancy or related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression.
Employment Sponsorship
Please be advised that this position is not eligible now or in the future for visa sponsorship.
Compensation and Benefits
The salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established at:
• Professor $115,000 - $130,000 per 9-month academic year. Additional salary for summer months can be sourced from research funds or for additional duties.
• Associate Professor $100,000 - $115,000 per 9-month academic year. Additional salary for summer months can be sourced from research funds or for additional duties.
• Director 7-10% of the base salary per 9-month academic year.
The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty, and training.
The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado Denver provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.
Benefits statement to include in all benefits-eligible positions. See Eligibility Matrix.
Benefits: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefit
Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125
Application Deadline
• Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Preference will be given to complete applications received by January 1st, 2026.
• Please Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.
Required Application Materials:
To apply, please visit: http://www.cu.edu/cu-careers and attach:
• A one-page cover letter which specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications.
• A current CV/resume.
• Two-page statement of director philosophy.
• The names and email addresses or phone numbers of three professional references. (we will notify you prior to contacting both on and off-list references).
Questions should be directed to Kevin Rens, kevin.rens@ucdenver.edu
Background Check Policy
The University of Colorado Denver strives to maintain a safe and productive educational, clinical, research and employment environment. All prospective employees and current employees must, therefore, consent to and pass background checks prior to any final appointment/employment.