Posting Detail Information
Working TitleProgram Director and Tenured Faculty Position (Construction Engineering)
Position LocationFort Collins, CO
Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person
Posting Number202500351F
Proposed Annual Salary Range$140,000 to $180,000
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Position TypeFaculty
Work Hours/Week40
Description of Work Unit
Located an hour north of the Denver metro area, Fort Collins is a vibrant community of approximately 175,000 residents that offers the convenience of a small town with all the amenities of a large city. The Fort Collins-Loveland Metro area has over 370,000 residents. Fort Collins is situated on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains with views of 14,000-foot peaks and offers access to numerous cultural, recreational, and outdoor opportunities. Fort Collins is routinely recognized nationally as one of the most desirable places to live in the USA .
1 Best Place to Live in Colorado (Forbes 2022)
6 Safest Cities for Cyclists (Your Local Security 2021)
5 Top 10 Remote-Ready Cities in the US (Livability 2021)
1 The Best Places to Live in America in 2020 (Market Watch)
18 20 Safest Cities in Colorado (SafeWise 2020)
Fort Collins residents enjoy an excellent school system, expansive parks, natural areas, and trail systems. More information about Fort Collins and CSU can be obtained athttp://www.visitftcollins.comandhttp://visit.colostate.edu.
The CEE Department at CSU is recognized both nationally and internationally for its research, education, and service and outreach programs and is ranked in the top 40 CEE programs in the USA . The CEE Department comprises 33 faculty, 6 research scientists/scholars, 17 research associates, and 12 administrative professionals. Our faculty are leaders in interdisciplinary research and education and collaborate with faculty in the Atmospheric Science Department, School of Global Environmental Sustainability, the Natural Resources Ecology Laboratory, and the Ecosystem Science and Sustainability Department, among others, and with researchers around the world. Annual research expenditures by the CEE Department have averaged $14.5M since 2016, including interdisciplinary research and education programs like the NSF U- WIN Center, CLEAN Center, NSF InterFEWS, and the NIST Center for Risk-Based Community Resilience Planning. Additional information about the CEE Department can be found athttp://www.engr.colostate.edu/ce/.
The Department of Construction Management is one of the largest construction management programs in the country, with approximately 800 undergraduate students, 20 graduate students, 20 faculty, and 7 professional staff. The undergraduate program is accredited by the American Council for Construction Education. Academic advising, internship and career placement support are provided by professional staff. The Department engages in teaching, scholarly, and outreach activities to promote the development of knowledge and skills related to construction management. The Department's facilities include over 36,000 square feet in dedicated labs (physical testing and computer), classrooms, and offices to support its research, teaching, and service mission. Applicants are encouraged to visit the department website athttps://www.chhs.colostate.edu/cm.
CEE and CM Partnership
As Construction Engineering is a new degree program within the CEE Department, CSU has developed a unique partnership with the CM Department to develop curriculum, educate, and develop students, building on the strengths of both programs. This degree program is designed for students who seek a career in management, engineering, business leadership or operations in the construction industry. Students graduating from this program will be able to solve complex technical and managerial problems throughout the construction of the built environment. Students will also develop skills that deliver construction programs in a safe, ethical, socially responsible and sustainable manner.
Construction Engineering graduates can choose to pursue Professional Engineering licensure upon graduation and obtaining the requisite years of professional experience.
Tenure/Tenure Track?Yes
% Research15-30
% Teaching20-35
% Service0-10
% Administration40-50
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on12/31/2025
Number of Vacancies1
Desired Start Date08/01/2026
Position End Date
Position Summary
The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering ( CEE ) at Colorado State University ( CSU ) seeks a dynamic leader to become the founding Director of a new Bachelor of Science (BS) degree program in Construction Engineering. The position is a full-time appointment and is expected to be at the level of associate or full professor with tenure in the CEE Department.
Colorado State University is building a top-ranked Construction Engineering program that will marry management and business savvy with technical engineering expertise. Our program has a unique partnership with industry leaders and is enthusiastically supported by university leadership. Through strong collaboration between the Walter Scott, Jr. College of Engineering (WSCoE) and the College of Health and Human Sciences ( CHHS ), the program leverages existing strengths in the CEE and Construction Management (CM) Departments to deliver a second to none student experience. The program welcomed its first cohort of students in fall 2025 and will apply for ABET accreditation upon their graduation.
Thoughtfully designed to create a premier program valued by both students and industry, the CSU Construction Engineering program will have a competitive advantage over peer institutions with expert faculty, strong industry participation, dedicated staff, and innovative learning spaces, all of which are crucial to success. A key to establishing a top program, a robust student support program will recruit and retain students who will fuel the workforce pipeline and develop into future industry leaders.
Responsibilities:
The Program Director will lead the Construction Engineering program, including supporting the recruitment of students, faculty and staff; managing program curriculum and accreditation; developing strategic partnerships within the construction industry and other stakeholders; overseeing program budget; supervising staff; and fostering close collaboration between CEE and CM Departments. The Director will work closely with an industry advisory board ( IAB ), Department heads of both the CEE and CM Departments, and the Deans of both WSCOE and the CHHS to launch and grow a leading Construction Engineering degree program.
As a tenured faculty member in WSCOE , the Director will teach relevant undergraduate and graduate courses that prepare students to pursue a career in the construction and engineering industry, develop and maintain an independent and nationally recognized research program that is supported by external funding, work with student organizations, participate in graduate student advisement, integrate relevant research expertise into current and new academic courses, direct student research, and participate in service and development activities in support of the program, Department, College and University. The establishment of a research program at CSU will also build upon the existing collaborative Ph.D. in Civil Engineering with a focus on Construction Engineering and Management. Additional information about the program can be found at:
https://www.engr.colostate.edu/ce/graduate/construction-engineering-and-management/
Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Valid Driver's License
Required Job Qualifications
PhD in Construction Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related field;
Professional experience in the construction industry;
Experience with industry partnerships to support education and/or research;
Demonstrated ability to effectively teach construction engineering related courses;
Demonstrated ability to conduct and publish construction related research;
Demonstrated evidence of organizational/departmental service;
Evidence of publications in academic proceedings and peer-reviewed journals; and
In accordance with CSU's Land Grant Mission, candidates must demonstrate a commitment to creating a welcoming departmental environment that fosters access and success for all students, faculty, and staff.
Preferred Job Qualifications
Licensed Professional Engineer, or the ability to obtain a professional engineering license after appointment;
Demonstrated administrative experience, indicating the ability to effectively budget, control costs, and equitably allocate resources;
Demonstrated effectiveness and experience in donor relations;
Track record of attracting external funding from a variety of sponsors (industry, government, and/or private foundations) to support research;
Track record of publishing research findings in peer-reviewed journals;
Demonstrated evidence of forming and managing internal/external partnerships;
Track record of innovation in teaching and curriculum development;
Track record of mentoring students in settings beyond the classroom (e.g. student organizations, competitions, undergraduate research); and
Service in positions of leadership for national and/or international professional organizations.
Special Instructions to Applicants
To apply, please upload a cover letter that addresses the required and preferred job qualifications, a resume, and the contact information for three professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates.
CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.
Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The @type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
EEO
Colorado State University ( CSU ) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any @type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Search ContactKeith Meyer (keith.meyer@colostate.edu)
Essential Duties
Job Duty CategoryAdministration
Duty/Responsibility
The Program Director will lead the Construction Engineering program, including supporting the recruitment of students, faculty and staff; managing program curriculum and accreditation; developing strategic partnerships with the construction industry and other stakeholders; overseeing program budget; supervising staff; and fostering close collaboration between Construction Engineering and CM.
The Director will work closely with an industry advisory group, Heads of both the CEE and CM Departments, and the Deans of both WSCOE and the CHHS to launch and grow a leading BS in Construction Engineering degree.
Percentage Of Time40-50
Job Duty CategoryTeaching
Duty/Responsibility
Teach relevant undergraduate and graduate courses that prepare students to pursue a career in the construction and engineering industry.
Integrate relevant research expertise into current and new academic courses.
Participate in graduate student advisement.
Percentage Of Time20-35
Job Duty CategoryResearch
Duty/Responsibility
Develop and maintain an independent and nationally recognized research program that is supported by external funding.
The establishment of a research program at CSU will also build upon the existing collaborative Ph.D. in Civil and Environmental Engineering with a focus on Construction Engineering and Management. Additional information about the program can be found at https://www.engr.colostate.edu/ce/graduate/construction-engineering-and-management/.
Direct student research
Percentage Of Time15-30
Job Duty CategoryService
Duty/Responsibility
Participate in service and development activities in support of the program, Department, College and University.
Work with student organizations
Percentage Of Time0-10
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Cover Letter
Curriculum Vitae
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