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Construction Engineer jobs at Kennesaw State University involve managing campus infrastructure projects, renovations, and capital improvements across its growing facilities portfolio. The university has an established process for sponsoring international candidates, making it a realistic target for engineers who need visa support to work in the U.S.
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For more than 60 years, Kennesaw State University has been known for its entrepreneurial spirit and sense of community. A leader in innovative teaching and learning, Kennesaw State is located just north of Atlanta and combines a suburban setting on two metro-Atlanta campuses in Kennesaw and Marietta. As one of Georgia's largest universities, Kennesaw State offers undergraduate and graduate degrees to over 50,000 students. Our high-impact research and Division I athletics also draw students from throughout the region and across the globe. A member of the University System of Georgia, Kennesaw State is a Carnegie-designated doctoral research institution (R2) committed to becoming a world-class academic institution positioned to broaden its academic and research missions and expand its scope on a local, regional, and national level. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice. As part of the University System of Georgia, Kennesaw State exemplifies the power and promise of a student-centered, research-driven university. In addition, Kennesaw State supports the University of Georgia's core values of accountability, excellence, integrity, and respect. We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University in our vision. Kennesaw State is launching a new strategic plan in 2024-2025.
Location
Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.
Department Information
In the College of Architecture and Construction Management (CACM), we are educators, designers, scholars, researchers, and professionals. We nurture environmental sustainability, technological innovation, and integration. We are committed to providing our students with the best learning experiences possible, and to improving our disciplines, professions, and communities. In the products of our graduates, communities are cared for, students are educated, travelers and goods are transported, athletes compete, and minds are opened to limitless possibilities. We believe in collaboration, both within our own built environment disciplines and with other disciplines, as the only means to effectively tackle the complex challenges currently facing our communities. CACM plays a critical role in creatively shaping the future of our communities. Through our educational mission, we prepare our students for built environment professions through which they can help address significant societal challenges in innovative and creative ways. Through our research, scholarship, and creative activities mission, we expand the body of knowledge of our disciplines, as we advance society's understanding, appreciation, and enjoyment of the built environment, the value of design and construction, and develop future innovations in theory and practice. While building a vision for the future, we engage the community today, working to have a direct impact on our local communities and to enhance the quality of life of all community members. CACM engages as the energetic hub at the intersection of the built environment and people, translating ideas into designs and physical structures that add to our architecture and construction professions, enhance our communities, and positively impact the lives of every person in Georgia and beyond.
Job Summary
Kennesaw State University is now accepting applications for a full-time, tenure track faculty position as Assistant Professor or Associate Professor of Architecture OR Construction Management in the College of Architecture and Construction Management (CACM) with a preferred start date of August 2026. This is a nine-month contracted position and is for work to be performed in the state of Georgia. Rank and home department are determined at the time of hiring and will be commensurate with credentials.
Responsibilities
- Lead the newly established CACM Research-in-Practice Consortium.
- Deliver high-quality instruction at the undergraduate or graduate level in Architecture or Construction Management with a focus on practice-based or practice-focused research.
- Develop and sustain a robust research agenda that contributes to the advancement of knowledge and practice in their chosen field.
- Participate in department, college, and/or university service activities. The successful candidate is expected to collaborate with colleagues and contribute to a positive and productive academic environment. Teaching assignments will be based on earned degrees and SACSCOC Faculty Credentials Guidelines.
Required Qualifications
- An earned Doctorate degree, or the foreign equivalent, in Architecture, Construction Management or a closely related discipline is required at the time of hire. OR
- A Master's degree (M.Arch), or the foreign equivalent, in Architecture or a closely related discipline AND Professional Architectural Registration is required at the time of hire. AND
- Record of past teaching in Architecture Studio or Construction Management and an area of specialization.
- Demonstrated evidence of scholarship and/or creative activities.
Additional (required) qualifications to be considered for an Associate Professor position:
- A demonstrated record of research capability including publications and grants.
- An established body of research including external funding record and academic background and appropriate credentials to be hired as a tenure track Associate Professor.
Preferred Qualifications
- Demonstrated record of engagement in applied/practice-based or practice-focused research in architecture or construction management.
- Demonstrated record of leading research units in academic or professional settings.
- Demonstrated experience in managing research or professional projects including budget management.
- Demonstrated prior success in obtaining extramural funding.
- Demonstrated professional practice experience in architecture or construction management.
Required Documents to Attach
- CV
- Cover Letter, explaining how your hire will enhance the department, college, and university's national prominence
- Teaching philosophy and how you will advance student success at KSU
- Research statement indicating how you can contribute to strategic research objectives of the department, college, and university and how you propose to promote and lead the industry research consortium.
- Portfolio including evidence of research, scholarship, teaching and/or creative work (maximum 20 letter sized pages). Three pdfs of papers may be submitted in addition to the 20-page limit. (100 mb maximum for this document)
- Unofficial Transcripts (Official Transcripts and Official International Course-by-Course Evaluations Due Upon Hire)
- Names, phone numbers, and email addresses of at least 3 professional references
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Apply Before Date
Review of applications will begin immediately. For full consideration, please apply by February 20, 2026.
Contact Information
For questions about this faculty opening, please contact Giovanni Loreto, gloreto@kennesaw.edu. For technical support or assistance completing a job application, please contact the Shared Services Center at (877) 251-2644 or support@usg.edu. For questions about a specific job posting at Kennesaw State University, please contact the search chair listed under the contact information section on each posting. For general questions about faculty jobs please email facultyjobs@kennesaw.edu.
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community. For additional information on this policy, or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, eeo@kennesaw.edu.
Background Check
Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility. All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, preemployment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.
About us
For more than 60 years, Kennesaw State University has been known for its entrepreneurial spirit and sense of community. A leader in innovative teaching and learning, Kennesaw State is located just north of Atlanta and combines a suburban setting on two metro-Atlanta campuses in Kennesaw and Marietta. As one of Georgia's largest universities, Kennesaw State offers undergraduate and graduate degrees to over 50,000 students. Our high-impact research and Division I athletics also draw students from throughout the region and across the globe. A member of the University System of Georgia, Kennesaw State is a Carnegie-designated doctoral research institution (R2) committed to becoming a world-class academic institution positioned to broaden its academic and research missions and expand its scope on a local, regional, and national level. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice. As part of the University System of Georgia, Kennesaw State exemplifies the power and promise of a student-centered, research-driven university. In addition, Kennesaw State supports the University of Georgia's core values of accountability, excellence, integrity, and respect. We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University in our vision. Kennesaw State is launching a new strategic plan in 2024-2025.
Location
Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.
Department Information
In the College of Architecture and Construction Management (CACM), we are educators, designers, scholars, researchers, and professionals. We nurture environmental sustainability, technological innovation, and integration. We are committed to providing our students with the best learning experiences possible, and to improving our disciplines, professions, and communities. In the products of our graduates, communities are cared for, students are educated, travelers and goods are transported, athletes compete, and minds are opened to limitless possibilities. We believe in collaboration, both within our own built environment disciplines and with other disciplines, as the only means to effectively tackle the complex challenges currently facing our communities. CACM plays a critical role in creatively shaping the future of our communities. Through our educational mission, we prepare our students for built environment professions through which they can help address significant societal challenges in innovative and creative ways. Through our research, scholarship, and creative activities mission, we expand the body of knowledge of our disciplines, as we advance society's understanding, appreciation, and enjoyment of the built environment, the value of design and construction, and develop future innovations in theory and practice. While building a vision for the future, we engage the community today, working to have a direct impact on our local communities and to enhance the quality of life of all community members. CACM engages as the energetic hub at the intersection of the built environment and people, translating ideas into designs and physical structures that add to our architecture and construction professions, enhance our communities, and positively impact the lives of every person in Georgia and beyond.
Job Summary
Kennesaw State University is now accepting applications for a full-time, tenure track faculty position as Assistant Professor or Associate Professor of Architecture OR Construction Management in the College of Architecture and Construction Management (CACM) with a preferred start date of August 2026. This is a nine-month contracted position and is for work to be performed in the state of Georgia. Rank and home department are determined at the time of hiring and will be commensurate with credentials.
Responsibilities
- Lead the newly established CACM Research-in-Practice Consortium.
- Deliver high-quality instruction at the undergraduate or graduate level in Architecture or Construction Management with a focus on practice-based or practice-focused research.
- Develop and sustain a robust research agenda that contributes to the advancement of knowledge and practice in their chosen field.
- Participate in department, college, and/or university service activities. The successful candidate is expected to collaborate with colleagues and contribute to a positive and productive academic environment. Teaching assignments will be based on earned degrees and SACSCOC Faculty Credentials Guidelines.
Required Qualifications
- An earned Doctorate degree, or the foreign equivalent, in Architecture, Construction Management or a closely related discipline is required at the time of hire. OR
- A Master's degree (M.Arch), or the foreign equivalent, in Architecture or a closely related discipline AND Professional Architectural Registration is required at the time of hire. AND
- Record of past teaching in Architecture Studio or Construction Management and an area of specialization.
- Demonstrated evidence of scholarship and/or creative activities.
Additional (required) qualifications to be considered for an Associate Professor position:
- A demonstrated record of research capability including publications and grants.
- An established body of research including external funding record and academic background and appropriate credentials to be hired as a tenure track Associate Professor.
Preferred Qualifications
- Demonstrated record of engagement in applied/practice-based or practice-focused research in architecture or construction management.
- Demonstrated record of leading research units in academic or professional settings.
- Demonstrated experience in managing research or professional projects including budget management.
- Demonstrated prior success in obtaining extramural funding.
- Demonstrated professional practice experience in architecture or construction management.
Required Documents to Attach
- CV
- Cover Letter, explaining how your hire will enhance the department, college, and university's national prominence
- Teaching philosophy and how you will advance student success at KSU
- Research statement indicating how you can contribute to strategic research objectives of the department, college, and university and how you propose to promote and lead the industry research consortium.
- Portfolio including evidence of research, scholarship, teaching and/or creative work (maximum 20 letter sized pages). Three pdfs of papers may be submitted in addition to the 20-page limit. (100 mb maximum for this document)
- Unofficial Transcripts (Official Transcripts and Official International Course-by-Course Evaluations Due Upon Hire)
- Names, phone numbers, and email addresses of at least 3 professional references
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Apply Before Date
Review of applications will begin immediately. For full consideration, please apply by February 20, 2026.
Contact Information
For questions about this faculty opening, please contact Giovanni Loreto, gloreto@kennesaw.edu. For technical support or assistance completing a job application, please contact the Shared Services Center at (877) 251-2644 or support@usg.edu. For questions about a specific job posting at Kennesaw State University, please contact the search chair listed under the contact information section on each posting. For general questions about faculty jobs please email facultyjobs@kennesaw.edu.
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community. For additional information on this policy, or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, eeo@kennesaw.edu.
Background Check
Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility. All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, preemployment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.
Tips for Finding Construction Engineer Jobs at Kennesaw State University
Frame your credentials for U.S. licensing standards
Universities assess construction hires against U.S. licensure benchmarks. Have your foreign engineering credentials evaluated by a NACES-member body before applying so Kennesaw State's hiring committee can immediately confirm your qualifications meet state and federal standards.
Target facilities and capital projects postings specifically
Kennesaw State's Construction Engineer roles sit within Facilities Management and Capital Projects, not academic departments. Search those divisions directly on the university's careers portal to find roles where visa sponsorship is most consistently extended to qualified candidates.
Understand how university H-1B timelines differ from private sector
As a cap-exempt employer, Kennesaw State University can file H-1B petitions with USCIS year-round, outside the April lottery window. That means you can start and accept an offer at any point, rather than waiting for the annual cap season.
Use Migrate Mate to surface active Construction Engineer openings
University job boards bury roles across multiple portals and update inconsistently. Search Migrate Mate to find verified Construction Engineer openings at Kennesaw State filtered by visa sponsorship eligibility, so you're applying to roles where sponsorship is already confirmed.
Clarify OPT and CPT authorization timelines with the hiring team early
If you're on F-1 OPT or CPT, confirm that your authorization end date gives Kennesaw State enough runway to onboard you. Universities run longer hiring cycles than private firms, so an offer accepted late in your OPT period can create a gap before H-1B filing.
Prepare for a PERM-backed Green Card path through the university
Universities with active capital programs often support EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship for long-term construction staff. Ask the HR team early whether Kennesaw State initiates DOL PERM labor certification for construction roles, since this shapes your long-term residency timeline significantly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Kennesaw State University sponsor H-1B visas for Construction Engineers?
Yes. Kennesaw State University sponsors H-1B visas for Construction Engineer roles and, as a public university, qualifies as a cap-exempt institution. This means it can file H-1B petitions with USCIS at any time of year, bypassing the annual lottery. You're not limited to applying only in early spring, which gives you more flexibility when timing your job search and offer acceptance.
How do I apply for Construction Engineer jobs at Kennesaw State University?
Applications go through Kennesaw State University's official careers portal, where Facilities Management and Capital Projects roles are posted. Upload a resume tailored to campus infrastructure, licensed construction project management, and any large-scale renovation experience. You can also browse active openings filtered by visa sponsorship eligibility on Migrate Mate, which surfaces verified Construction Engineer postings and lets you confirm sponsorship availability before investing time in an application.
Which visa types does Kennesaw State University commonly use for Construction Engineers?
The most common pathways are H-1B for specialty occupation roles, TN visa for Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying engineering classifications, and F-1 OPT or CPT for recent graduates completing authorized practical training. For candidates seeking a longer-term path, the university has supported EB-2 and EB-3 Green Card sponsorship through DOL PERM labor certification for construction staff in ongoing capital programs.
What qualifications does Kennesaw State University expect for Construction Engineer roles?
Kennesaw State typically looks for a bachelor's degree in civil, construction, or architectural engineering, often with a preference for licensure such as a Professional Engineer (PE) certification or progress toward it. Relevant project management credentials and direct experience with institutional or higher-education facility projects strengthen an application. Familiarity with university procurement rules, ADA compliance, and multi-phase campus construction programs is a practical differentiator for this environment.
How long does the hiring and visa sponsorship process take at Kennesaw State University?
University hiring cycles for construction roles run longer than private-sector timelines, often eight to fourteen weeks from posting to offer. H-1B processing after an offer depends on whether you need a new petition or a transfer, and USCIS standard processing currently runs three to five months. Premium processing reduces USCIS adjudication to 15 business days. Build that full timeline into your planning, especially if your current work authorization has a fixed end date.