Director, Construction Management
Oregon Tech, Klamath Falls, OR, United States
Position Summary
Oregon Institute of Technology (Oregon Tech), the state’s only public polytechnic university, invites nominations and applications for the position of
Director, Construction Management
within the
College of Engineering, Technology and Management (ETM) . This role represents an opportunity to build and shape a new academic program from the ground up at a time when industry demand, institutional commitment, and community investment are uniquely aligned. The Bachelor of Science in Construction Management was launched in Fall 2025 in direct response to regional and statewide workforce needs across both public and private construction sectors, including heavy and general construction. Developed in close partnership with industry leaders, the program reflects Oregon Tech’s polytechnic mission: hands‑on, applied education that prepares graduates to contribute immediately and lead responsibly in complex, real‑world environments. The program is intentionally grounded in management and leadership, preparing graduates for supervisory and project leadership roles across the construction sector.
The program is supported by a
$500,000 gift from the Beavers Charitable Trust , providing foundational resources to launch the program with intention, quality, and long‑term vision. This investment signals institutional confidence and industry trust, ensuring the Director has the support needed to build strong curriculum, meaningful partnerships, and a sustainable program infrastructure from the outset.
The successful candidate will have genuine creative and strategic latitude. This includes shaping two focused pathways – Heavy Construction (horizontal) and General Construction (vertical) – that align curriculum, industry engagement, and applied learning with distinct workforce needs. As the program’s founding leader, the Director will help define its identity, culture, and trajectory – shaping curriculum, establishing industry‑connected learning experiences, and building internship and employment pipelines that serve students and employers alike. Few roles offer this level of influence at a program’s inception, with the opportunity to leave a lasting academic and professional legacy.
Consult the full position prospectus for additional details:
Position Prospectus .
Additional Requirements
Bachelor’s and/or master’s degrees in Construction Management or a closely related field.
More than ten years of construction industry experience, preferably in heavy construction.
Preferred Qualifications
Graduate or terminal degree in a related field.
Demonstrated teaching experience in higher education, in person and/or online.
Ability to establish and maintain relationships with construction industry partners.
Experience with construction technologies, equipment, and emerging tools.
Relevant professional certifications.
Application Information
Applications should be received by
Thursday, February 19, 2026
to ensure full consideration. Include a detailed letter of interest and a current curriculum vitae/resume.
LeadExec is partnering with Oregon Institute of Technology for this national search. For inquiries, nominations, applications, and confidential conversations, please contact the LeadExec recruitment team (contact information provided on the application portal).
Background/Pre‑Employment Check: Any offer of employment will be conditioned upon a satisfactory background check, motor vehicle check, physical abilities check, and any other conditions outlined in the vacancy announcement.
Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Statement
Oregon Tech is an affirmative action/equal opportunity educator and employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring, or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion or creed, sex or gender, gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other basis in law. Oregon Tech is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Office of Human Resource at 541‑885‑1028 or
oithr@oit.edu
.
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Oregon Institute of Technology (Oregon Tech), the state’s only public polytechnic university, invites nominations and applications for the position of
Director, Construction Management
within the
College of Engineering, Technology and Management (ETM) . This role represents an opportunity to build and shape a new academic program from the ground up at a time when industry demand, institutional commitment, and community investment are uniquely aligned. The Bachelor of Science in Construction Management was launched in Fall 2025 in direct response to regional and statewide workforce needs across both public and private construction sectors, including heavy and general construction. Developed in close partnership with industry leaders, the program reflects Oregon Tech’s polytechnic mission: hands‑on, applied education that prepares graduates to contribute immediately and lead responsibly in complex, real‑world environments. The program is intentionally grounded in management and leadership, preparing graduates for supervisory and project leadership roles across the construction sector.
The program is supported by a
$500,000 gift from the Beavers Charitable Trust , providing foundational resources to launch the program with intention, quality, and long‑term vision. This investment signals institutional confidence and industry trust, ensuring the Director has the support needed to build strong curriculum, meaningful partnerships, and a sustainable program infrastructure from the outset.
The successful candidate will have genuine creative and strategic latitude. This includes shaping two focused pathways – Heavy Construction (horizontal) and General Construction (vertical) – that align curriculum, industry engagement, and applied learning with distinct workforce needs. As the program’s founding leader, the Director will help define its identity, culture, and trajectory – shaping curriculum, establishing industry‑connected learning experiences, and building internship and employment pipelines that serve students and employers alike. Few roles offer this level of influence at a program’s inception, with the opportunity to leave a lasting academic and professional legacy.
Consult the full position prospectus for additional details:
Position Prospectus .
Additional Requirements
Bachelor’s and/or master’s degrees in Construction Management or a closely related field.
More than ten years of construction industry experience, preferably in heavy construction.
Preferred Qualifications
Graduate or terminal degree in a related field.
Demonstrated teaching experience in higher education, in person and/or online.
Ability to establish and maintain relationships with construction industry partners.
Experience with construction technologies, equipment, and emerging tools.
Relevant professional certifications.
Application Information
Applications should be received by
Thursday, February 19, 2026
to ensure full consideration. Include a detailed letter of interest and a current curriculum vitae/resume.
LeadExec is partnering with Oregon Institute of Technology for this national search. For inquiries, nominations, applications, and confidential conversations, please contact the LeadExec recruitment team (contact information provided on the application portal).
Background/Pre‑Employment Check: Any offer of employment will be conditioned upon a satisfactory background check, motor vehicle check, physical abilities check, and any other conditions outlined in the vacancy announcement.
Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Statement
Oregon Tech is an affirmative action/equal opportunity educator and employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring, or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion or creed, sex or gender, gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other basis in law. Oregon Tech is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Office of Human Resource at 541‑885‑1028 or
oithr@oit.edu
.
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