Lecturer: Construction Management and Quantity Surveying

Lecturer: Construction Management and Quantity Surveying - (7744)

Job Title: Lecturer: Construction Management and Quantity Surveying

Faculty: Engineering and the Built Environment

Department: Construction Management and Quantity Surveying

Campus/ Location: Cape Peninsula University of Technology

Job Type: Permanent

Number of Positions: 1

Advert Closing Date: 28/2/2025

Job Purpose

• The ability to teach at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels and produce prospective graduates in the fields of (i) Construction Management and (ii) Quantity Surveying.
• Contribute to academic initiatives undertaken by the department to enhance learning according to the needs of the industry and the department’s teaching & learning goals.
• Incorporate teaching & learning, and research & innovation outcomes into an academic project.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• A Master's degree in Construction Management or Quantity Surveying.
• At least 2 years relevant teaching experience in higher education or 2 years industrial experience in the Built Environment.

Recommendation

• Registration with a relevant professional body.
• Eligible to register for a Doctorate degree. Successful applicants commit to studying towards and completing a cognate Doctorate within 5 years of appointment.

Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities

• Lecturing on the Diploma, Advanced Diplomas and Postgraduate Diploma levels.
• Academic administration.
• Conducting research and postgraduate supervision.
• Participation in SACPCMP and SACQSP professional body accreditation.
• Participation in Quality Assurance activities.
• Participation in Industry Advisory Committees & partnerships.
• Assisting with Community engagement, WIL and service learning initiatives.
• Assisting with recruitment, admissions and marketing.
• Language proficiency: English and any other official language.
• Proficiency in English (written and spoken).
• Computer literacy in MS Office with good organizational and time management skills.
• Knowledge and understanding of the latest technology and developments in the field of Construction Management & Quantity Surveying.
• Good communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Knowledge of continuous evaluation and integrated assessment.
• Strong learner focus.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Coaching and mentoring skills.
• Team member.
• Aptitude for continuous learning.

General Information

Closing Date: 28 February 2025

NB: PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS SYSTEM DOES NOT ALLOW APPLICANTS TO UPLOAD CVs. IT IS THUS IMPORTANT THAT APPLICANTS COMPLETE ALL SECTIONS COMPREHENSIVELY AS FAILURE TO DO SO MIGHT DISADVANTAGE YOU.

The Cape Peninsula University of Technology is committed to Employment Equity and aims to attract and retain talented individuals to achieve our equity objectives. Therefore, people from the designated groups, including those with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to applicants whose appointment contributes towards the achievement of demographic representation. We reserve the right not to make an appointment.