Washington State University School of Design and Construction
NOTICE OF VACANCY APPOINTMENT: Construction Management Assistant Professor Position (continuous Career-Track) – Full-time, 9-month
LOCATION: Washington State University – Pullman, WA. This is an in-person teaching appointment on the WSU Pullman Campus.
START DATE: August 16, 2026
THE OPPORTUNITY: The School of Design and Construction (SDC) at Washington State University (WSU) invites applications for a full-time faculty member as a continuous career track (non-tenure track) Assistant Professor. We seek candidates who are student-centered, collaborative, possess relevant industry experience, and are technologically and professionally competent.
The Construction Management (CM) program exists within the SDC which is comprised of academic degree programs in Architecture, Construction Management, Interior Design, and Landscape Architecture. The SDC is housed within the Voiland College of Engineering & Architecture (VCEA), providing access and potential collaborations with faculty and students in civil engineering, mechanical engineering, computer science, and more. For more information about the SDC and CM program, visit our homepage: https://sdc.wsu.edu/.
The curriculum is a four-year professional program leading to a Bachelor of Science in Construction Management. Upon completion of prerequisite courses, pre-professional students must apply after their first year to be admitted into the program and complete the final three years. The CM program has a robust in-house student internship and full-time recruiting program, active industry partners, and an engaged advisory board. Additionally, many non-CM students enroll in our CM Minor program from many disciplines including Business, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Interior Design, and Civil Engineering.
DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES, AND QUALIFICATIONS: Teach lecture, lab, and seminar courses central to the core CM curriculum in the CM (B.S.) program and allied disciplines within the SDC. Courses include, but are not limited to, materials and methods, project management/delivery, construction cost accounting, construction law, estimating, BIM/VDC, and scheduling.
Additionally, faculty are expected to participate in program and SDC committees, mentor students, and serve as a faculty advisor for student groups and/or coach competition teams. The ability to conduct research and scholarly activities in a defined area of interest is beneficial but not required. This is a 100% FTE position with an 80% Teaching and 20% Service workload distribution. The successful candidate will be expected to teach courses central to the construction management core curriculum. Those with multidisciplinary teaching interests are encouraged to apply.
Required Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications: The ideal candidate will have:
Additional Preferred Qualifications:
ABOUT THE SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION: The SDC provides a vital academic and research culture where students and faculty engage in complex social, environmental, and technological questions of our time. We seek forward-thinking candidates with the vision, passion, and expertise to advance the field and inspire future leaders.
The SDC is comprised of accredited academic degree programs in Construction Management (B.S. ACCE + CM minor), Architecture (B.S. + M.Arch NAAB), Interior Design (B.A. CIDA + M.A. Research), Landscape Architecture (BLA LAAB), Construction Engineering with the Department of Civil Engineering (B.S. ABET), and emerging certificate programs and a Master of Science in Building Science with Departments in Civil Engineering and Mechanical Engineering. The SDC is committed to being the premier destination for integrated design and construction education in the nation. The collaborative make-up of the SDC enables faculty to work with students from different disciplines in an integrated environment with the goal of promoting and increasing effectiveness within the professions.
Interdisciplinary and collaborative opportunities for both teaching and research also extend throughout the Voiland College of Engineering and Architecture, especially with the Composite Materials & Engineering Center (www.cmec.wsu.edu), the Integrated Design + Construction Laboratory (https://idcl.wsu.edu/), and the Departments of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Mechanical and Materials Engineering, and Electrical Engineering & Computer Science. Visit (www.sdc.wsu.edu) for more information on the School of Design and Construction.
LINE OF RESPONSIBILITY: This position reports administratively to the School of Design and Construction Director.
ACADEMIC YEAR (9-month) SALARY: $95,000 – $105,000 Commensurate with experience and qualifications
In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate’s current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.
WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation and optional supplemental retirement accounts. For a more detailed summary of benefits offered by WSU for Faculty please review the summary of benefits for WSU Faculty and Total Compensation.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: All candidates must upload a cover letter and resume/cv to their online application. Application materials should clearly communicate how the candidate meets all required qualifications. Documents may be submitted in one file or separate files. Candidates are encouraged to upload as a PDF if possible. Candidates will be requested to provide contact information for professional references within the online application.
A complete application must include:
POSTING CLOSING DATE: Applications must be submitted through WSU’s applicant tracking system: Construction-Management-Assistant-Professor—Career-Track_R-14294
Applicants must submit their application by February 1, 2026. First consideration will be provided to applications submitted prior to January 5, 2026.
For questions about the position, please contact Darhl Edwards at darhl.edwards@wsu.edu.
WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY: Washington State University is a land grant, multiple-campus, Research 1 institution. This position will serve on the Pullman campus, which has an enrollment of around 20,000 students and is located in Southeastern Washington on the homelands of the Nimíipuu (Nez Perce) Tribe and Palus people. Located about 70 miles south of metropolitan Spokane, Pullman is also a quick drive away from the scenic Idaho panhandle and Moscow Mountain. The rolling hills of the Palouse offer a wide range of activities and a true four-season climate. The area provides ample opportunity to enjoy the cultural and academic hub of both Washington State University and the University of Idaho, in the neighboring town of Moscow, Idaho. Find more information about the region online at https://pullmanchamber.com.
Washington State University encourages all qualified candidates to apply, including members of the military and veterans, and persons with disabilities. WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
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