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Assistant Professor of Construction Management
Compensation:
$70,000-$75,000
Department:
Department of CMID
Start Date:
08/20/2027
About this opportunity:
The Department of Construction Management and Interior Design has a full-time tenure track faculty position for the Construction Management program available August 2027. Primary responsibilities include teaching 12 credit hours per semester in the area of construction management and participating in department, college and university service tasks as needed. Employer will consider sponsorship.
What you'll do and what you will bring:
Duties and Responsibilities: The new faculty is expected to cover the following three areas and perform other related duties as assigned by the department chair. Major focus of the position includes:
- (1) teaching and scholarly activity;
- (2) growing industry partnerships, identifying and supporting other strategically aligned revenue generating initiatives; and
- (3) work cooperatively with faculty and staff to foster curriculum implementation, assessment, and improvement.
Minimum Qualifications:
- An earned degree with a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in construction management, civil engineering, architecture or other related fields conferred on or before August 20, 2027
- A record of successful teaching for a minimum of one semester or quarter, in higher education, as demonstrated by teaching evaluations, reappointment, or other means. Teaching experience may be gained concurrently with degree.
- Minimum three years relevant professional experience in construction management. Experience should be full-time and in a professional, managerial, and/or supervisory capacity.
- Demonstrate teamwork skills as demonstrated by collaborative projects, committee services, or other means.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Significant professional experience in construction management.
- Experience with Building Information Modeling (BIM) and other construction management related software and technologies.
- Relevant professional registration/licensure/certifications (e.g., PE, RA, LEED-AP, DBIA, etc.).
- Evidence of scholarship through publications, presentations, and successful grant proposals.
- Successful involvement with professional organization in the discipline.
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
How to apply:
Please contact Search Committee Chair, Dr. Sherif Attallah, at soattallah@bsu.edu or call 765-285-5694.
Required: Note: Do not use the Auto fill feature for resume:
- Cover letter
- Current resume
In the application three original letters of recommendation will be requested.
The position will begin on August 20, 2027.
Consideration date: to ensure full consideration, applications must be received by December 1, 2026, (Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants).
What we offer:
At Ball State University, we understand the importance of balancing professional responsibilities with personal well-being. That's why we offer 12 paid sick days and 10 holidays a year. Plus, our paid parental leave (6 weeks) is there for life's most significant moments. We offer affordable health and dental insurance, robust long-term disability and life insurance plans, as well a range of retirement benefits to provide financial security to you and your family. These benefits ensure that you can focus on your work and personal growth without worrying about the unexpected.
When you work for us, you are family. And to show our support of your family, we will cover 90 percent of your child's (or children's) undergraduate college tuition at Ball State. This offer is good from the very first day you start. It's just one way we do our part to uplift you.
Let's fly together toward a secure and prosperous tomorrow.
Curious about our excellent benefits package?
We have developed a calculator that shows you the value of our core benefits.
Select the Total Compensation Calculator - Faculty and download our calculator spreadsheet.
Relocation Program: MakeMyMove
Looking for a place where your career, community, and quality of life can grow together? Muncie and Delaware County offer the advantages of a university community with the accessibility and affordability of a mid-sized city—short commutes, local arts and culture, parks and trails, educational opportunities, healthcare, athletics, and a strong sense of connection.
Through the City of Muncie’s MakeMyMove program, eligible new residents may access relocation incentives, university-related benefits, co-working options, and community-building opportunities designed to help them get settled and connected.
Current benefits for eligible participants may include:
- Up to $5,000 cash for relocation
- Co-working space courtesy of The Innovation Connector
- Access to the Ball State University Library
- One-semester Rec Fit pass at Ball State University
- Discounted Ball State Athletics tickets
- Help desk for connecting to local resources
- Opportunity for board participation
- Six-month YMCA membership
Relocation programs on MakeMyMove have specific eligibility requirements, and benefits may vary by program. Applicants should review the current MakeMyMove page to confirm eligibility, available benefits, and program status.
Ball State’s support for relocation resources and community partnerships aligns with Destination 2040: Our Flight Path, the University’s strategic plan. The plan calls our University to work with community partners to promote talent attraction and retention, foster economic growth in East Central Indiana, and strengthen the economic and social vitality of the communities we serve.
Explore the program and check your eligibility through MakeMyMove.
Position Title:
Assistant Professor of Construction Management
Compensation:
$70,000-$75,000
Department:
Department of CMID
Start Date:
08/20/2027
About this opportunity:
The Department of Construction Management and Interior Design has a full-time tenure track faculty position for the Construction Management program available August 2027. Primary responsibilities include teaching 12 credit hours per semester in the area of construction management and participating in department, college and university service tasks as needed. Employer will consider sponsorship.
What you'll do and what you will bring:
Duties and Responsibilities: The new faculty is expected to cover the following three areas and perform other related duties as assigned by the department chair. Major focus of the position includes:
- (1) teaching and scholarly activity;
- (2) growing industry partnerships, identifying and supporting other strategically aligned revenue generating initiatives; and
- (3) work cooperatively with faculty and staff to foster curriculum implementation, assessment, and improvement.
Minimum Qualifications:
- An earned degree with a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in construction management, civil engineering, architecture or other related fields conferred on or before August 20, 2027
- A record of successful teaching for a minimum of one semester or quarter, in higher education, as demonstrated by teaching evaluations, reappointment, or other means. Teaching experience may be gained concurrently with degree.
- Minimum three years relevant professional experience in construction management. Experience should be full-time and in a professional, managerial, and/or supervisory capacity.
- Demonstrate teamwork skills as demonstrated by collaborative projects, committee services, or other means.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Significant professional experience in construction management.
- Experience with Building Information Modeling (BIM) and other construction management related software and technologies.
- Relevant professional registration/licensure/certifications (e.g., PE, RA, LEED-AP, DBIA, etc.).
- Evidence of scholarship through publications, presentations, and successful grant proposals.
- Successful involvement with professional organization in the discipline.
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
How to apply:
Please contact Search Committee Chair, Dr. Sherif Attallah, at soattallah@bsu.edu or call 765-285-5694.
Required: Note: Do not use the Auto fill feature for resume:
- Cover letter
- Current resume
In the application three original letters of recommendation will be requested.
The position will begin on August 20, 2027.
Consideration date: to ensure full consideration, applications must be received by December 1, 2026, (Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants).
What we offer:
At Ball State University, we understand the importance of balancing professional responsibilities with personal well-being. That's why we offer 12 paid sick days and 10 holidays a year. Plus, our paid parental leave (6 weeks) is there for life's most significant moments. We offer affordable health and dental insurance, robust long-term disability and life insurance plans, as well a range of retirement benefits to provide financial security to you and your family. These benefits ensure that you can focus on your work and personal growth without worrying about the unexpected.
When you work for us, you are family. And to show our support of your family, we will cover 90 percent of your child's (or children's) undergraduate college tuition at Ball State. This offer is good from the very first day you start. It's just one way we do our part to uplift you.
Let's fly together toward a secure and prosperous tomorrow.
Curious about our excellent benefits package?
We have developed a calculator that shows you the value of our core benefits.
Select the Total Compensation Calculator - Faculty and download our calculator spreadsheet.
Relocation Program: MakeMyMove
Looking for a place where your career, community, and quality of life can grow together? Muncie and Delaware County offer the advantages of a university community with the accessibility and affordability of a mid-sized city—short commutes, local arts and culture, parks and trails, educational opportunities, healthcare, athletics, and a strong sense of connection.
Through the City of Muncie’s MakeMyMove program, eligible new residents may access relocation incentives, university-related benefits, co-working options, and community-building opportunities designed to help them get settled and connected.
Current benefits for eligible participants may include:
- Up to $5,000 cash for relocation
- Co-working space courtesy of The Innovation Connector
- Access to the Ball State University Library
- One-semester Rec Fit pass at Ball State University
- Discounted Ball State Athletics tickets
- Help desk for connecting to local resources
- Opportunity for board participation
- Six-month YMCA membership
Relocation programs on MakeMyMove have specific eligibility requirements, and benefits may vary by program. Applicants should review the current MakeMyMove page to confirm eligibility, available benefits, and program status.
Ball State’s support for relocation resources and community partnerships aligns with Destination 2040: Our Flight Path, the University’s strategic plan. The plan calls our University to work with community partners to promote talent attraction and retention, foster economic growth in East Central Indiana, and strengthen the economic and social vitality of the communities we serve.
Explore the program and check your eligibility through MakeMyMove.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Construction Assistant
Frame your degree around technical duties
Your H-1B petition succeeds or fails on whether your Construction Assistant role requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field. Document how your civil engineering, construction management, or architecture degree directly applies to your day-to-day technical responsibilities before approaching employers.
Search employers using LCA filing history
Target companies that have already filed Labor Condition Applications for construction-related roles. Migrate Mate lists employers with verified H-1B LCA sponsorship history, so you can focus outreach on companies with a proven track record of sponsoring construction positions.
Verify prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your specific job title and worksite ZIP code. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage level before you accept an offer so there are no surprises during filing.
Confirm each worksite gets its own LCA
Construction work often moves across multiple project sites. Each worksite location where you'll work for more than 30 consecutive or 60 non-consecutive workdays requires its own certified LCA filed with DOL. Confirm your employer understands this requirement before signing an offer.
Review your O*NET profile with your employer
Pull up the O*NET occupation profile for Construction Managers or related titles and walk through the listed tasks with your prospective employer. Aligning your job description to degree-required duties documented in O*NET strengthens the specialty occupation argument in your I-129 petition.
Account for cap timing in your start date
H-1B cap selection rules have changed recently, so coordinate your expected start date carefully with your employer and confirm the USCIS filing window before resigning from your current position or committing to a project timeline.
H-1B Visa Construction Assistant: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Construction Assistant role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Not automatically. A specialty occupation requires the position to normally demand at least a bachelor's degree in a specific related field. Construction Assistant roles can qualify when the employer structures the job around degree-level duties in civil engineering, construction management, or architecture, and the job description clearly documents that those duties require a specific degree. Employers who have previously sponsored this title have done exactly that.
How do I find employers who have sponsored H-1B visas for construction roles?
Search Migrate Mate for Construction Assistant and related construction management titles. The platform shows employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history, so you can target companies that have already navigated DOL and USCIS requirements for this category. Focusing on proven sponsors saves time compared to cold outreach to companies with no construction sponsorship track record.
What happens to my H-1B status if my construction project ends early?
If your employment ends before your approved H-1B period expires, you have a 60-day grace period to find a new sponsoring employer, change to a different visa status, or depart the United States. Your H-1B status is tied to the specific employer and position on the petition, not the project. A new employer must file a new I-129 transfer petition before you begin work for them.
Do I need a new LCA every time I move to a different construction site?
Yes, in most cases. Each worksite where you work for more than 30 consecutive workdays or 60 non-consecutive workdays within a year requires a certified LCA listing that specific location. Your employer must file a separate LCA with DOL for each qualifying worksite before you begin work there. Short-term placements under those thresholds may qualify for the short-term placement exception.
How long does H-1B status last for a Construction Assistant position?
USCIS grants H-1B status in an initial period of up to three years. Your employer can file for an extension, allowing you to remain in H-1B status for a total of six years. Beyond six years, extensions are only available if you have an approved I-140 immigrant petition or a pending PERM labor certification that has been filed for at least 365 days.