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DeVry University · 1 day ago

Remote Construction Management Course Developer and Visiting Professor

United States

Part-time

Remote

Senior Level

$22/hr - $23.50/hr

5+ years exp

DeVry University is dedicated to closing the opportunity gap in society by preparing learners for careers shaped by technological change. They are seeking a Remote Construction Management Course Developer and Visiting Professor who will be responsible for developing and reviewing course material, facilitating student learning, and collaborating with the instructional design team to enhance the online learning experience.

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Responsibilities

Act as subject matter expert in area of Construction Management to develop and review course material, following the guidance set forth by the curriculum dean, including course objectives, syllabus, assignments, lessons, and projects in the areas listed below

Selection, properties, and application of construction materials including concrete, steel, wood, and masonry

Evaluation of construction techniques and material performance

Integration of materials, design, and structural integrity in building systems

Emphasis on sustainability and code compliance in construction practices

Strategic planning and execution of construction projects with a focus on material roles

Principles and practices of cost estimation and budget development

Preparation of quantity takeoffs and detailed cost estimates

Budget analysis using industry-standard tools and methodologies

Application of cost control strategies and bid preparation processes

Financial decision-making to support accurate and competitive project delivery

Communicate regularly with the curriculum dean and instructional design team throughout the curriculum development process through email and virtual conferencing

Collaborate with the instructional design team to present course material in a manner that will provide students with the best classroom experience

Identify and integrate appropriate course instructional technologies into course design

Develops and provides students with an approved DeVry University syllabus that follows a template established by the local campus, and which includes the terminal course objectives

Organizes, prepares, and regularly revises and update all course materials

Uses appropriate technological options for online technologies and course-related software, including websites, e-mail, and online discussions for preparing the course and making it accessible to students

Models effective oral and written communications that engage the students, provide clarity, and improve student learning

Sets clear expectations for the course by publishing course terminal objectives, assignment/examinations dates, and weight the distribution of various evaluation categories

Ensures that the content and level of material included on exams correspond to the course terminal objectives

Demonstrates consistency and fairness in the preparation and grading of exams, and provide timely feedback to students

Completes other duties as assigned

Qualification

Construction ManagementCost EstimationBudget DevelopmentCertified Construction ManagerProject Management ToolsTeaching ExperienceCommunication Skills

Required

A Master's degree in Construction Management or related field is required

A Master's degree in Business Management is acceptable along with certification in construction management such as: Certified Construction Manager (CCM), Construction Management Expert (CME), or Construction Professional (PMI-CP)

Please upload a copy of your unofficial transcripts (graduate level and above) with your application

Qualifying credentials must be awarded by an institution accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Administration, or by an international institution determined to hold equivalent accreditation

5 or more years of relevant experience in Construction Management is required in these areas: Selection, properties, and application of construction materials including concrete, steel, wood, and masonry; Evaluation of construction techniques and material performance; Integration of materials, design, and structural integrity in building systems; Emphasis on sustainability and code compliance in construction practices; Strategic planning and execution of construction projects with a focus on material roles; Principles and practices of cost estimation and budget development; Preparation of quantity takeoffs and detailed cost estimates; Budget analysis using industry-standard tools and methodologies; Application of cost control strategies and bid preparation processes; Financial decision-making to support accurate and competitive project delivery

Faculty must have requisite subject matter expertise and outstanding communication skills