Description
The Construction Engineering Technology program combines construction, engineering and management in a practice-oriented education that leads students to rewarding careers in building construction and infrastructure nationwide.
The successful applicant will develop and teach courses at all levels of the curriculum and will be open to using teaching styles that reach students who otherwise might not choose engineering. Engineering technology faculty members clearly communicate with students the connections between principles and professional practice. The selected faculty member is expected to engage in scholarship, professional service and/or consulting; service to the discipline and the community, as well as professional society activities; ETAC/ABET accreditation efforts; recruitment; student advising; and University committees. The department encourages faculty members to pursue professional development opportunities.
About the University:
The University of Maine is a community of more than 11,900 undergraduate and graduate students, and 2,500 employees located on the Orono campus, the regional campus in Machias, and throughout the state. UMaine is a land, sea and space grant university, and maintains a leadership role as the University of Maine System's flagship institution. UMaine is the state's public research university and a Carnegie R1 top-tier research institution, dedicated to providing excellent teaching, research and service for Maine, the nation and the world. More information about UMaine is at umaine.edu.
The University of Maine offers a wide range of benefits for employees including, but not limited to, tuition benefits (employee and dependent), comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long term disability as well as retirement plan options.
UMaine is located in beautiful Central Maine. Many employees report that a primary reason for choosing to come to UMaine is quality of life. Numerous cultural activities, excellent public schools, safe neighborhoods, high quality medical care, little traffic, and a reasonable cost of living make the greater Bangor area a wonderful place to live. Visit the Maine Office of Tourism to learn more about what the Bangor region has to offer.
Other Information:
To be considered for this position you will need to “Apply” on Oracle
1.) a cover letter which describes your experience, interests, and suitability for the position
2.) a resume/curriculum vitae
Candidates selected to proceed to the final stages of the search process will be requested to provide a list of names and contact information for references.
Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.
For full consideration, materials must be submitted by 4:30 p.m. EST on May 11, 2026.
For questions about the search, please contact search committee chair Meredith Kirkmann at meredith.kirkmann@maine.edu.
The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening.
Requirements
- A Bachelor of Science (or higher) degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Construction Engineering or a closely related discipline by date of hire.
- Post-graduation employment for at least three years as a full-time, permanent hire construction or engineering professional with experience in several of the following areas: construction safety, surveying, computerized graphics (CAD, BIM), cost estimating, scheduling, and/or construction management in building, heavy civil, road or industrial construction.
- A construction or engineering B.S. or higher degree from a U.S. or Canadian institution, or at least three years of full-time permanent hire construction experience in the U.S. or Canada.
- Excellent communication skills
- Have performed effectively in collaborative team environments.
