Job Description

UCB is an equal opportunities employer. We are TEF rated Silver, with a Good Ofsted rating.
The Role:
University College Birmingham is seeking an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Lecturer in the Built Environment with expertise in Quantity and Building Surveying. This role is ideal for an academic or industry expert who is passionate about shaping the future workforce in advanced and technology-driven construction sectors
We are particularly interested in candidates with experience or research interests in areas such as:

• Civil engineering practice
• Architectural or architectural technology roles
• Building services (mechanical and/or electrical) engineering
• CAD software (AutoCAD, Revit/BIM)
• CAD and digital modelling

The successful candidate will:

• Deliver high-quality, innovative, and inclusive teaching to support student success
• Contribute significantly to curriculum design in manufacturing, automation, and related areas
• Bring strong research-informed practice and/or industry expertise into their teaching
• Support students in achieving their academic, technical, and professional ambitions
• Engage actively in departmental development and continuous improvement

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a growing, forward-thinking team that values industry experience as much as academic knowledge.
• Teach and support motivated apprentices-over 25 currently enrolled and more joining soon.
• Play a key role in shaping future talent in Building Services Engineering through both review processes and lecture delivery.
• Work with cutting-edge resources and collaborate with passionate colleagues and industry partners.
• Enjoy a role that combines flexibility, purpose, and professional impact-ideal for someone seeking to give back to the industry in a meaningful way.

If you're looking for a rewarding opportunity to use your skills, guide the next generation of professionals, and contribute to a sustainable future for construction-this could be your next move.
Benefits:

• Generous allocation of annual leave

• 38 days' paid leave per year
• 12 Bank Holidays & Concessionary Days
• Excellent Teachers' Pension Scheme

• Employer Contributions - 28.6%
• Subsidised private healthcare provided by Aviva including a Digital GP Service.
• Employee Assistance Programme inclusive of counselling services, financial wellbeing support and bereavement support
• Annual health MOTs with our Registered Nurse
• Excellent staff development opportunities including professional qualification sponsorship
• A variety of salary sacrifice schemes including technology and cycle.
• Heavily-subsidised on-site car parking in central Birmingham
• Free on-site gym membership

Extra Information:
All applicants for employment at the University will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of the principles of Safeguarding and the PREVENT agenda in the context of further and higher education.
Closing Date - Sunday 1st February 2026.
Interview Date - Wednesday 18th February 2026.
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Candidates with experience of: Lecturer, Civil Engineering Lecturer, Engineering Lecturer, Construction Lecturer, Built Environment Lecturer, Construction Built Environment Lecturer, HNC/D Lecturer, Academic Lecturer, University Lecturer, Education Lead, Academic Lead, College Tutor, Tutor, Teacher, College Teacher will also be considered for this role.
How can we help?
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