The City of Calgary is also home to Métis Nation of Alberta, Districts 5 and 6.
Position Description
The Department of Civil Engineering at the University of Calgary invites applications for a Sessional Instructor position to teach the following course online/web-based in Fall 2020:
ENCI 471 - Project Management I
Lecture 01 Monday, Wednesday 17:00-18:15
Tut 01 Wednesday 18:30-20:20
Tut 02 Monday 18:30-20:20
ENCI 471 Project Management I
Introduces techniques that provide rational solutions to a range of project management decision-making problems encountered in engineering projects. Students are expected to gain a detailed understanding of some of the techniques, tools and processes available and their application in planning and managing engineering and construction projects. The course covers project management fundamentals including project planning and scheduling techniques, cash flow forecasting, performance evaluations and decision analysis. Introduction to operations research.
The successful candidate will be expected to have earned at least a Masters degree in civil engineering and must have a demonstrated background in the subject matter related to the course. The successful candidate must also have very good previous teaching performance or show the potential for very good to excellent teaching ability, and a strong commitment to engineering education.
The programs offered by the Department of Civil Engineering are accredited by the Canadian Engineering Accreditation Board (CEAB). To maintain the accreditation of our programs, faculty are required to be licensed to practice engineering in Alberta. The successful candidate will be expected to hold professional engineering licensure with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA) or with the equivalent association in another Canadian province.
If you are a graduate student, please note that you must receive permission from your graduate supervisor prior to applying.
Interested individuals are encouraged to submit an application online via the 'Apply Now' link. Application letters, including curriculum vitae, a one-page teaching statement, and the contact information of three referees should be addressed as below.
Department Head
Department of Civil Engineering
University of Calgary
2500 University Drive NW
Calgary, AB T2N 1N4
The deadline for applications is July 31, 2020.
The University of Calgary recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers that have been historically encountered by some people in our society. We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their academic and professional success while they are here. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. In this connection, at the time of your application, please answer the following question: Are you a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada? (Yes/No)
Additional Information
To learn more about academic opportunities at the University of Calgary and all we have to offer, view our Academic Careers website. For more information about the Schulich School of Engineering visit Careers in the Schulich School of Engineering.
About the University of Calgary
The University of Calgary is Canada’s leading next-generation university – a living, growing and youthful institution that embraces change and opportunity with a can-do attitude. Located in the nation’s most enterprising city, the university is making tremendous progress on its Eyes High journey to be recognized as one of Canada’s top five research universities, grounded in innovative learning and teaching and fully integrated with the community it both serves and leads. The University of Calgary inspires and supports discovery, creativity and innovation across all disciplines. For more information, visit ucalgary.ca.
About Calgary, Alberta
Calgary is one of the world's cleanest cities and has been named one of the world's most livable cities for years. Calgary is a city of leaders - in business, community, philanthropy and volunteerism. Calgarians benefit from a growing number of world-class dining and cultural events and enjoy more days of sunshine per year than any other major Canadian city. Calgary is less than an hour's drive from the majestic Rocky Mountains and boasts the most extensive urban pathway and bikeway network in North America.
