Professor, Construction Technology

[George Brown College]

Competition Number: REQ 6114

TITLE: Professor, Construction Technology

DIVISION: Centre for Construction & Engineering Technologies

SALARY: Faculty Teaching Scale

LOCATION: 160 Kendal Avenue

STATUS: Full Time Faculty

EFFECTIVE DATE: August 2024

INTERNAL CLOSING DATE: May 31, 2024


Land Acknowledgement

George Brown College is located on the traditional territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation and other Indigenous peoples who have lived here over time. We are grateful to share this land as treaty people who learn, work, and live in the community with each other.

Equity Statement

George Brown College is committed to creating and sustaining an equitable and inclusive learning and working environment. We encourage and actively seek applications from Indigenous, Black, racialized people, visible minorities, 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, all genders, and persons with disabilities.

GBC Vision

To be a college renowned for its inclusion, excellence, relevance, impact, and leadership.

Position Description:

The Professor, Construction Technology is responsible for providing academic leadership and for developing an effective, learning-centered environment for students through the design and delivery of curriculum within the Angelo DelZotto School of Construction Management at George Brown. The professor will teach courses to students in all years at the graduate level, in the Building Information Modelling Management (T412) and Construction Management (T403) graduate certificate programs in addition to other degrees, diplomas, and certificate level courses when required.

Education / Certification / Designation:

Minimum Master’s degree (or equivalent) in a built environment discipline (i.e. architecture, civil, construction or façade engineering, building sciences, building services, urban planning, facilities management).

BIM industry certification is highly desirable.

Experience:

Minimum three (3) years of practical experience in the built environment using building information modelling (BIM) tools and processes.

Knowledge and experience in:
- BIM tools for quantity extraction, data extraction and re-use in BIM, model coordination/clash detection, construction sequencing and 4D/5D simulation.
- BIM for project procurement, across the supply chain, and BIM for on-site management and field engineering practices.
- BIM Execution Plans.

A history of scholarship and peer reviewed publications will be an asset.

Prior post-secondary teaching training and experience in adult instructions techniques, and curriculum design experience will be preferred and will be applied in a variety of teaching and learning settings.

Knowledge / Skills Set:

A thorough knowledge of current trends in building information modelling and management, with proven ability to teach the entry-level practitioner in the classroom, laboratory, and online settings will be required. Academic leadership experience in a post-secondary program is an asset.

Must have experience with advanced learning technologies, including online delivery.

Involvement in innovation and professional development related to teaching, use of technology, and student success.

Ability to convey conceptual and practical aspects of subjects to students respecting their diverse backgrounds, experience and learning needs.

Demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching and life-long learning.

Excellent communication, collaboration, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.

Demonstrated commitment to uphold the College’s priorities on diversity and equity.

Candidates seeking full-time faculty positions with the College must demonstrate the ability to design, facilitate and assess learning in accordance with adult learning principles and Universal Design for Learning (UDL).

Interview process will consist of a mock teaching experience and, in some cases, a practical skills component.

To Apply:

External candidates, please visit https://georgebrown.csod.com/ats/career ... =1&id=6114 to apply

GBC employees, please visit Cornerstone to apply internally before the internal closing date for consideration.

Notes:

Please include your teaching philosophy with your application. Written or digital portfolio as applicable.

The College requires proof of degrees, credentials, or equivalencies from accredited regional or federal post-secondary institutions and/or their international equivalents. Credentials may require validation at the time of interviews or offer. Official transcripts required.

In addition to the screening qualifications listed for the position advertised, the duties of a professor and complementary competencies will be found in the Professor Position Profile.

Priority will be given to internal candidates per our Academic Collective Agreement. External candidates are welcome to apply, and their applications will be considered after the internal review is complete. George Brown College may keep applications for up to 12 months and may contact you for future opportunities.

About Us:

George Brown College prides itself on educating students through real-world learning, in the heart of Toronto. Our faculty and employees make this vision a reality, and we support them by making George Brown a great place to work. See why we are consistently ranked as one of GTA’s top employers.

Why work here?

George Brown College offers hybrid work opportunities, a competitive pension plan, generous holiday and vacation time, a tuition assistance program, discounted rates for employees taking Continuing Education courses, and an equitable work environment where everyone matters.

George Brown College is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Candidates who require accommodation in the hiring process may contact TalentAcquisition@georgebrown.ca confidentially.